16 New Street

The story

Saved from the brink of dereliction by the National Trust for Jersey, 16 New Street stands as a testament to diligent conservation. This elegant townhouse, dating back to the 1730s, once belonged to a prosperous St Helier merchant family. Through painstaking restoration, each room now echoes with the stories of its former inhabitants, from the formal drawing-room to the bustling domestic quarters below. It offers a tangible connection to an era when St Helier was flourishing as a trading port, its narrow streets teeming with commerce and ambition. The house provides context for understanding the island's enduring connections with the sea and the influences that shaped its unique character.

What to expect

Visitors to 16 New Street can wander through authentically recreated Georgian interiors, ascending graceful staircases and peeking into bedrooms and studies. The kitchen, in particular, offers an insight into the domestic workings of the period. Informative panels and discreet audio elements enhance the experience, bringing the rooms to life without overwhelming the senses. Occasional guided tours provide deeper narratives, illuminating the personal histories and anachronisms that make the house so compelling.

Highlights

• Authentic Georgian townhouse restoration
• Period furnishings and domestic items
• Insights into 18th-century merchant life
• Detailed working Georgian kitchen
• Atmospheric indoor historical experience

Where you'll find it

Find 16 New Street tucked away just off King Street, one of St Helier’s main pedestrianised arteries. It’s easily reachable on foot from most points in the town centre. Its proximity to the vibrant Central Market, only two streets away, makes for a convenient pairing of historical immersion and contemporary local flavour. Regular bus services stop nearby, connecting it to the wider island.

Good to know

Limited opening days — check before visiting. Guided tours bring it to life.