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Castles & History

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Castles & History

Castles & History in Jersey — 21 places

St Matthew's Glass Church — Jersey
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St Matthew's Glass Church

A plain chapel hiding a breathtaking René Lalique glass interior.

Best for:Art lovers · Rainy days · Curious minds
Millbrook, St Lawrence 30–45 minutes

Did you knowLalique created the interior in memory of Florence Boot, Lady Trent — of the Boots pharmacy family — who lived nearby.

Noirmont Point & Batterie Lothringen — Jersey
HistoryFree

Noirmont Point & Batterie Lothringen

A headland of WWII bunkers with sweeping views over St Aubin's Bay.

Best for:History · Walkers · Sunset
Noirmont, St Brelade 1–1.5 hours

Did you knowJersey bought Noirmont headland after WWII as the island's war memorial — a plaque marks it as a place of remembrance.

16 New Street — Jersey
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16 New Street

A beautifully rescued Georgian townhouse in the heart of St Helier.

Best for:History · Rainy days
New Street, St Helier 1 hour

Did you knowBefore its rescue the house spent decades as a gentlemen's club and a warehouse — its original wig cupboards survived intact.

La Rocco Tower — Jersey
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La Rocco Tower

Napoleonic-era granite tower standing on a tidal islet in St Ouen's Bay.

Best for:Photography · Sunset · History
Check tide times before visiting
St Ouen's Bay 30–45 min
A note on accuracy. This guide is designed to help you plan your trip. Opening times, prices, travel rules, transport and tide information can change. Always check official sources before travelling or booking.
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