Jersey War Tunnels

Jersey War Tunnels tells the true story of the Occupation of Jersey during World War Two. It is one of the Island's most popular tourist attractions as well as an important site of heritage conservation and interpretation.
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The Garden of Reflection

Jersey War Tunnels is a permanent reminder of the German Occupation of Jersey, which lasted almost five years until the island's liberation on 9th May 1945. The tunnel complex, formerly known as Höhlgangsanlage 8 (Ho8), now plays host to a series of galleries detailing Occupation history through the diverse experiences of those who lived through it. Visitors will be led through the events of evacuation, deportation, captivity and siege, to eventual liberation.

The tunnel complex of Ho8, which took almost three and a half years to build, was excavated by forced and slave labourers from all over Europe, some of whom died from the terrible hardship they were made to endure. In addition to the main 'Captive Island' exhibition, Jersey War Tunnels is home to the Garden of Reflection, War Trail, Visitor Centre, Research Centre, Shop and Cafe. The latest addition to the tunnels is a sculpture by internationally renowned artist, Paul de Monchaux. Entitled 'Silence' it has been commissioned to commemorate the suffering endured by forced and slave labourers who worked on the construction of the Ho8 complex.

To mark the 65th anniversary of the island’s liberation, Jersey War Tunnels has launched two thought-provoking, interactive experiences, 'Liberation' and 'Resistance' providing greater insight into the issues and hardships faced by islanders during the occupation of the island by German forces.

How to get there:

New for 2012 - Travel to Jersey War Tunnels in style on an original Jersey vintage bus, complete with on-board local Occupation commentary. Your experience starts here! The shuttle Bus runs from Liberation Station daily from Stand M (starts April 1st 2012).

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Driving west from St Helier take the A1 (Inner Road) that becomes the A11 (St Peter's Valley). Turn right before Tesson Mill, following signage.

Seasonal status:

March - November

Contact Information:

Phone:
+44 (0)1534 860808
Email:
info@jerseywartunnels.com
Website:
www.jerseywartunnels.com
Address:
Les Charrières Malorey, St Lawrence
Jersey, JE3 1FU
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