VISIT JERSEY - 2012 JERSEY

Following the theme set by PostEurop for 2012, our set of stamps highlights four of the many
reasons to ʻvisit Jerseyʼ. The largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey is situated 14 miles from the
Cotentin Peninsula, in Normandy, France and enjoys a particularly favourable climate during the
summer months. For many years, tourism has been one of the islandʼs greatest industries and it is
little wonder when one considers just how much it has to offer.
GOURMET JERSEY
Jerseyʼs forty-five square miles are largely made up of unspoilt countryside and arable land. Steep
south-facing slopes can be seen around the island, used extensively for farming the world-famous
Jersey Royal Potato and other crops. The warm climate provides perfect conditions for vineyards
and orchards in the production of local wines and cider, which may well be enjoyed with a selection
of Jersey seafood. Lobster and moules (or mussels) are available in abundance during the summer
months, as are crabs (Chancre and Spider), oysters and a variety of fish such as bass, black bream
and plaice.
OUTDOOR ACTIVE JERSEY
Being such an attractive island, many of the activities to be enjoyed take place at some of Jerseyʼs
beaches. Surfing has been a popular sport in the island since the 1950s. The bay of St Ouen
stretches for five miles along the entire length of the west coast and offers some of the best surfing
conditions in Europe. Sand yachts, or blokarts, can also be seen here and at St Aubinʼs Bay
making the most of the large stretches of sand. Sailing is of course very popular all around the
island as is kayaking, windsurfing and kite surfing whilst Hobie catamarans line the promenade at
Beaumont in the parish of St Peter.
GREEN JERSEY
In 1996, Jersey was the first destination in the world to receive Green Globe status. The award was
given in recognition of the progress which has been made within the island in developing schemes
such as coastal footpaths, cycle tracks and the green lane network. Walking is promoted within the
island and a third of visitors to Jersey enjoy the 15 miles of cliff paths, 46 miles of Green Lanes and
a host of self-guided walks including food trails, parish walks, ale trails and heritage walks. Together
with a 96 mile cycle network, there can be little better way to enjoy the islandʼs natural beauty and
architectural heritage.
HERITAGE
The islandʼs heritage can be traced back 250,000 years when Neolithic people began to arrive.
Dating back to 4000-3250BC, one of Europeʼs finest passage graves can be found at the historic
site of La Hougue Bie. A medieval chapel sits on top of the prehistoric mound and dolmen and
many artefacts dating back thousands of years are on show at the museum nearby. Magnificent
castles dominate both the east and south coasts; visitors can experience re-enactments at Elizabeth
Castle where the 1781 Jersey Militia put on a thrilling display of artillery during the summer months.
Technical details: Stamps, First Day Cover envelope and Presentation Pack painted by Colleen
Corlett. Stamps printed by Joh. Enschedé Security Print in Holland in four colour process offset
lithography in sheets of 10 (2 across x 5 down). Stamp die size 24mm deep x 60mm wide. FDC
image painted from photograph & pack photograph © Stuart Abraham, Jersey Photos. Stamp
products © Jersey Post Ltd 2012.