Samares Manor

Samares Manor is a beautiful house, dating in part to Norman times, surrounded by exceptional gardens originally constructed in the 1920s by Sir James Knott. He had a special enthusiasm for the Orient, and recognised that the environmental conditions of manor grounds offered potential for growing plants from all over the world. The Japanese Garden, rock and water gardens, formal gardens, large ponds with islands and camellia plantations are the result of his passion. In recent years, the survival of this unique horticultural site has required a massive programme of restoration, development and diversification, including the creation of the internationally renowned herb garden - the work of garden designer and author, John Brookes. Talks on herbs and their uses take place each week day and there is a plant trail and activities for children. Current projects include the recently designed exotics garden which contains many exuberant plants, the hot garden of Mediterranean style, and the introduction of field walks through areas set aside for wild flowers. The manor's picturesque Victorian courtyard is the home of the Jersey Rural Life and Carriage museum; it contains a unique collection of vehicles and exhibits and is open to the public each day at no extra charge. Visitors can discover the history of the Manor on an informative guided tour every day except Sunday.

Shell Garden

The Jersey Shell Garden was created by Jersey man Mr Colin Soudain and the first shells were laid in 1957. Every year the garden has been added to and the work is still ongoing, consisting now of millions of shells. It is the largest Shell Garden in the world and a truly unique. The Garden exists on the three levels, with Dolphins, Doves, Sea Horses, mermaids, Giant Clams, contrasting with thousands of flowers. For shell lovers and gardeners alike it's a paradise with a shell shop selling shells and hand made gifts.

Judith Quérée's Garden

Set into the side of a valley in the rural parish of St Ouen is a garden containing over 2,500 plants. The owner and gardener Judith will take you on a personal guided tour and show you some of the many unusual plants in her award winning garden. Hear about all the efforts to encourage wildlife in the garden and surrounding meadow. Judith and the garden have appeared in many television programmes both in the UK and world wide and photographs of the garden and the 350 year old traditional Jersey granite cottage have been in several magazines. A large elevated wooden board walk allows you to view the large bog garden filled Iris and Primula and many interesting plants. A warm Jersey welcome awaits you for a relaxing and informative stroll around the garden.

Reg's Garden

A lovely place to sit and pass away a few hours in a relaxing area of one and a half acres of landscaped gardens with a large hundred and eighty feet long Koi pond with waterfall, fairy garden, bird aviary/sanctuary and amphitheatre. The garden has won the Jersey Tourism Silver Bowl major award two years following, for the best 'open garden' Strolling around the garden you will see thousands of plants, they have been carefully chosen for their perfume, looks and mainly for their attraction to wildlife.

Awards:
1st Place - Environmental garden of any size
1st Place - Jersey Tourism Silver Bowl, Tourist Attraction

Jersey Lavender Farm

Wonderfully scenic and fragrant attraction, only 5 minutes from the airport and near the west of the island beaches, Jersey Lavender offers a relaxing, interesting and educational way of spending a few hours of your holiday. From the end of May to early August the lavender is in bloom, providing a spectacular site and smell. The pure lavender essential oil produced from the distillation is used in the manufacture of the superb Jersey Lavender toiletries - the whole process is explained in a presentation video and a talk by friendly staff. There are natural gardens and woods to wander through, with swings and benches in scenic spots, as well as a National Collection of lavenders, herb beds and a bamboo collection. The Café serves delicious meals and snacks, all made with fresh, local ingredients and the shop is always beautifully stocked with all the products made on the farm, and much more! Jersey Lavender products are also sold online through our website.

Eric Young Orchid Foundation

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful parish of Trinity and sitting within its own wonderful landscaped garden, is a nursery and display complex housing one of the world’s finest collections of orchids. The Foundation was established by the late Eric Young, a man whose enthusiasm for orchids knew no bounds. This dedication to breeding and exhibiting orchids continues today, and has resulted in gold medals at prestigious shows around the world including the Chelsea Flower Show. As you stroll through the display house a series of breathtaking vistas present themselves as each corner is turned. These landscapes create a heady and exotic environment in which the orchids are displayed in naturalistic settings which showcase their extravagant and compelling beauty. Here at the Foundation we are truly passionate about orchids; after your visit we hope you will be too!

Closed: 21st December 2008 to 1st January 2009 inclusive