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Jersey Sporting Facilities A - H
Angling/Fishing |
FreshwaterTrout fishing is available in certain reservoirs and day and season tickets are available from tackle shops. Three reservoirs are set aside for game fishing; these are Val de la Mare, Grands Vaux and Queen's Valley during April through to October.
Overseas membership is available which allows fishing on all the Association's waters. Millbrook and Dannemarche reservoirs are available on Day and Weekly permits. Contact: Tel: 01534 701162 or 861083. Sea fishingSurrounded by clear waters and many coves, the island is an angler's paradise. Fish from the shore or take a guided boat trip and fish further out. Black bream, mackerel and rays all migrate into Jersey waters in the summer.Jersey is famous for its fishing and conger fishing in Jersey was recorded in the Doomsday book. Take a charter boat trip from St Helier and catch red bass, turbot and brill North and North West CoastsThere are many spots along the coastline of rugged 400 foot high cliffs ideal for deep water shore fishing. Look out for Garfish and Congers. There are also bays and small harbours for shallower fishing and these include Grève de Lecq Bay, Bonne Nuit Bay, Bouley Bay and Rozel Bay. Many also enjoy fishing from the various piers. West CoastHere you will find the island's finest surfing beach with Atlantic rollers. It is also an ideal bay for Bass and Wrasse in the outer gullies at the rocky ends of the bay. South West CoastThe South West coast with its flat beaches is less challenging than some of the other parts of Jersey but still offers splendid fishing opportunities, including Grey Mullet, Pollack, Wrasse, Conger, Bass and Mackerel. East CoastWith the tide falling back around two miles, there are plenty of opportunities for anglers. The rock pools make it interesting for the children while Dad enjoys the solitude of fishing for Bass and Mullet. However keep an eye on the tide as it travels up the beaches at a fast rate.St Catherine's BreakwaterOn the north east coast is St Catherine's breakwater and offers deep water fishing with species such as garfish, pollack, wrasse, black bream, conger and mackerel being most common, particularly in summer. A tackle shop is located on the pier. Link to the Jersey Angling site
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Bird Watching |
| A large number of species stop off in Jersey during their migration south and these include Wheaters, Swallows and Yellow Wagstaff. Other visitors include sand Martins, Swifts and Cuckoos Contact: Tel 483140 for more details |
Canoeing |
Enjoy canoeing from various points of the Island all year round. Equipment provided except wetsuits. Contacts: Ecole D'Activites |
Clay Pigeon Shooting |
| Contacts: Crabb Clay Pigeon Club, |
Croquet |
Four international standard courts and a club house are situated at Les Quennevais Sports Centre, St. Brelade Contacts: The Jersey Croquet Club |
Cycling |
| A network of green lanes has been developed for cyclists and walkers alike and where cars are restricted to speeds of just 15mph (24 kph) |
Flying |
| Although Jersey is one of the busiest airfields in the British Isles it welcomes private pilots and fuel is a lot cheaper than in the UK. Flying lessons and private flying is available Contact: Jersey Aero Club, St Peter, Tel: 743990. |
Golf |
| The Island, although measuring just nine miles by five, has an excellent selection of golf courses including the 18 hole championship courses at La Moye and Royal Jersey and also at the Jersey Recreation Grounds, Les Mielles Golf and Country Club, Les Ormes and Wheatlands.
JERSEY RECREATION GROUNDS Grève d'Azette,St. Clement.Off Victoria Road at the junction with Green Road/La Grande Route de St. Clement. 9 holes, with par 3 and 4 holes. Putting green, crazy golf, bowls, boules, tennis and restaurant. LA MOYE GOLF CLUB La Route Orange, St. Brelade, off the A13, Route Orange next to La Moye School. 18 holes - par 72. 72 white - 72 yellow. Golf shop, clubhouse, restaurant, driving range and putting green. Open to visitors who are members of a recognised club - proof of handicap required. Contact course ranger for reservations. LES ORMES GOLF AND LEISURE CLUB Mont à La Brune, St Brelade; turn off the B36, Avenue de la Commune at the sports field next to the airport. 9 holes - par 33. Length 5018 yds 17 bay covered driving range, practice green and practice bunker. LES MIELLES GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB La Route de la Marette,St Ouen's bay, St. Peter; centre of St. Ouen's Bay on the B35, La Grande Route des Mielles. 18 holes - par 70 gents, 71 ladies. Length: Gents - 5,705 yds, Ladies - 5,172 yds. 2 practice putting greens and bunker,70yd practice green and chipping area, 30 bay covered driving range. ROYAL JERSEY GOLF CLUB Le Chemin au Greves, Grouville; before Gorey Village, turn right off the A3, La rue de la Ville as Renauds. 18 holes - par 70.
Golf shop, clubhouse, restaurant and putting green. WHEATLANDS GOLF COURSE Les Grupieaux, off Le Vieux Beaumont, St. Peter: off the C107, Le Vieux Beaumont. 9 holes/18 tees - par 3/par 54. Length: 2767 yds, Normal standard of dress and etiquette required. Golf shop, practice putting green, bar, light snack lunches and garden terrace. |
Horse Racing |
| Meetings are held between April and September at Les Landes racecourse, St Ouen, overlooking the sea. Contacts: Tel: 863484 |
Horse Riding |
Visitors have the chance to ride along country lanes, or a fast gallop along the beach although beach rides are only available to experienced riders. Hats and boots may be hired and tuition and escorted rides are available. Contacts: Bon Air Stables |