Oyster & Mussel Beds

All of Jersey's oysters benefit directly from the daily natural filtering effect of our unique tide and crystal clear water. All of the oysters are harvested from the Royal Bay of Grouville. Facing the Normandy coast, this is an ideal place to see the incoming tide rushing through the gullies. The historic Seymour tower stands alone against this daily influx of some of the cleanest sea water in Europe.

The waters around Jersey are warmed by the Gulf stream and produce a large variety of seafood including crabs, sole, plaice and lobsters. Each year approximately 200 tonnes of oysters are produced, with 90% exported to France. The Jersey Oyster company produces in excess of 12 million partly grown oysters, known as 'half ware' for sale to French and UK shellfish farmers for on-growing to market size.

It is possible to walk to the Oyster and Mussel Beds, for information about guided walks across this low tide area, please visit our Walking pages.