HERITAGE
HERITAGE
The islands that dot the British coastline have colourful , multi-layered pasts to delve into and are packed with fascinating landmarks including ancient castles , informative museums and stately homes which bring the past to life .
Grosnez Castle , St Ouen
CULTURAL HERITAGE The heritage of our islands is unique and varied , with some moulded over time by occupying forces , languages and local customs , while others have a heritage strongly linked to the traditional pastimes of farming and fishing . Crofting is a hugely important part of life and communities in the Scottish islands . Visitors can witness first hand modern crofting methods , while also having the chance to delve into its history and heritage .
ICE AGE WALKING TOUR Jersey Heritage have carefully curated an Ice Age Island Trail which weaves its way from Ouaisne Bay to St Aubin ’ s Village via the hunting grounds of La Cotte De St Brelade . The walk takes about two hours in total and passes through Portelet Bay and the heavily fortified Noirmont Point . Download dedicated walking guides and discover more at www . jerseyheritage . org / walks-trailsand-tours / ice-age-island-walking-tours .
NATURAL HERITAGE Incredible coastlines feature secluded beaches , huge cliffs , coves and caves , while inland there are an abundance of beauty spots . The Isle of Wight is fantastic for dinosaur and fossil discovery , with an almost complete skeleton discovered as recently as 2013 , and guided fossil walks available .
UNESCO BIOSPHERE The Isle of Man became the first entire nation to become a UNESCO Biosphere region in 2016 , and in 2019 the Isle of Wight was awarded UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status . Both accolades recognise a region where people and the natural environment coexist harmoniously .
ABBEYS & CHURCHES Don ’ t miss Little Chapel on Guernsey , which is modelled on the shrine at Lourdes and is quirkily decorated in shells and pottery . On the Isle of Man , Rushen Abbey offers an insight into life through the ages dating back to 1180 , and on the Isles of Scilly , Tresco Abbey Garden has the remains of a Benedictine Abbey . In Orkney , 12th century St Magnus Cathedral dominates Kirkwall ’ s skyline .
JERSEY HERITAGE LETS To truly absorb island history and heritage , choose to stay in a Jersey Heritage Lets property . Please ask for details .
UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE Orkney ’ s most famous archaeological treasures - Skara Brae , the Ring of Brodgar , the Stones of Stenness and the Maeschowe chambered tomb - form the keystones of the UNESCO Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site . In addition , The Zenith of Iron Age Shetland is on UNESCO ’ s tentative list to receive World Heritage Site designation and are well worth a visit .
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