Jersey Heritage sites to stay open over winter

Gorey Castle Drone Shot
Mont Orgueil is one of the sites which will stay open over the winter. Credit: ITV Channel TV

Jersey's castles and museums will remain open over the winter after losing £1.5 million in income due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Jersey Heritage would normally close some of its sites and reduce the hours of others from 1 November.

Instead, the majority of the visitor attractions will remain open until the end of the year.

The only exception will be Elizabeth Castle, which will close for the winter from November as planned because access to the Castle relies on fair weather.

Jersey Heritage say it is extending opening hours to thank members for their support over the past few months.

Elizabeth Castle will close over the winter due to weather affecting the causeway. Credit: ITV Channel TV

Which sites will remain open until 30 December?

  • Hamptonne Country Life Museum (closed weekend 17-18 October)

  • Mont Orgueil

  • Jersey Archive

  • Maritime Museum

  • La Hogue Bie Museum

  • Jersey Museum & Art Gallery

All sites will be closed on 24, 25 and 31 December for Christmas and New Year.

Which sites will close from 1 November?

  • Elizabeth Castle

  • Occupation Tapestry Gallery