Enjoy a Summer of Heritage Fun!

Publish date: 20 Jul 2022

With the school holidays just around the corner, Jersey Heritage has plenty of entertainment ready and waiting for families to enjoy as part of a five-week programme of fun activity.

‘A Summer of Fun’, kindly sponsored by Ogier, involves creative sessions across the castles and museums every weekday from 11am-3pm, starting from next Monday (25th). From pottery to performance, there will be something to engage and delight youngsters at a different heritage site each week.

Nicky Lucas, Jersey Heritage’s Events Curator, said: “If you’re short on ideas on how to keep the kids in your life occupied during the summer holidays, we’ve got lots of fun and activity planned and can’t wait to get started! Families can begin with ‘Oodles of Doodles’ at Elizabeth Castle, then take part in some wild play, drama sessions and pottery during the middle of the holidays, before heading into the ‘Junkyard Jungle’ at Hamptonne as the summer comes to an end.”

‘A Summer of Fun’ involves artists Jools Holt and Margarida Lorenco Olivier, naturalist Stephen Le Quesne, the Butterfly Theatre Company and potter Stuart Copeland. All sessions are drop-in with no booking required, although children must be accompanied by an adult who’s on hand and ready to help as the creativity begins!

Kate Kirk, Director of Marketing for Ogier, said: “Ogier is committed to supporting education projects and we’ve partnered with Jersey Heritage to offer a series of family learning events packed with activities across the year. We can’t wait for ‘A Summer of Fun’ to begin – such great opportunities for families to have a fun, creative day out at the heritage sites, while also learning about our Island’s culture and history, is something we’re proud to support.”

Usual site entry fees apply. Free to Jersey Heritage Members and children under the age of six.

‘A Summer of Fun’ programme 2022:

Oodles of Doodles Elizabeth Castle Monday to Friday, 25-29 July 11am-3pm

Take your imagination for a walk with artist Jools Holt, who’ll be providing oddles of fun opportunities to draw, play and explore. We’ll provide the materials and clear up afterwards, all you have to do is join in, ‘collabradoodle’ and create!

Wild Play Hamptonne Country Life Museum Monday to Friday, 1-5 August 11am-3pm

Wild Play days at Hamptonne are perfect for connecting with each other and experiencing nature through crafts, skill learning and free play. All sessions are led and supported by naturalist Stephen Le Quesne. Activities will vary daily but themes will include dens and ropes, wood and whittling, the art of colour, natural crafts and the living world (insects).

Kids Castle Theatre Mont Orgueil Castle Monday to Friday, 8-12 August 11am-3pm (sessions start 11am and 1pm and are two hours long)

Explore Mont Orgueil through the world of theatre with a professional team from Butterfly Theatre Company and enjoy an exciting week of immersive and creative workshops. Each day will centre on a different theme, giving the opportunity to learn fun performance skills through games and activities.

Going Potty La Hougue Bie Monday to Friday, 15-19 August 11am-3pm

Pottery is an ancient art form so where better to spend time creating with clay that at the ancient and beautifully-inspiring La Hougue Bie. Join potter Stuart Copeland, whose enthusiasm for his craft is contagious. He’ll help you to create unique artworks to take home with you.

Junkyard Jungle Hamptonne Country Life Museum Monday to Friday, 22-25 August 11am-3pm

Escape into your imagination with the help of artist Margarida Lorenco Olivier. Join her in the Orchard at Hamptonne to turn everyday rubbish into creative treasure, inspired by the natural beauty of your surroundings.

Latest news

02 Jul 2025

The 5th Edition of Le French Festival returns to Jersey

The island of Jersey will once again celebrate its rich French connections with the much-loved Le French Festival, taking place from 10 to 14 July 2025, with additional exhibitions and activities starting mid-June.
26 Jun 2025

Visit Jersey Board appoints new Non-Executive Directors

The Board of Directors of Visit Jersey Limited, the organisation responsible for promoting Jersey as a tourist destination, announces the appointment of Matthew Jones and James Hooker as Non-Executive Directors, effective from 01 August 2025.
26 Jun 2025

Jersey Pearl Celebrates 40th Anniversary

This June, Jersey Pearl marks 40 years of sharing the magic of pearls. Since 1985, this Jersey family-run business has welcomed over 30 million visitors to its St Ouen home, offering unforgettable experiences in shopping, dining, and pearl discoveries.
17 Jun 2025

Celebrating 15 Years at the UK’s Leading Cheese and Dairy Event

The Atlantic Hotel is delighted to announce that Executive Chef Will Holland will be attending the International Cheese and Dairy Expo 2025, taking place on Wednesday 25 – Thursday 26 June at the Staffordshire County Showground.
17 Jun 2025

The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ comes to Jersey Zoo

Visitors to Jersey Zoo will be transformed into the beautiful world of Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, as he is brought to life across the site with a brand-new trail.
06 Jun 2025

New direct route between Brest, Jersey and Alderney this summer with Finistair

Finistair, a regional airline based in Brittany, France, is pleased to announce the launch of a new direct summer route between Jersey, Alderney and Brest, operated in partnership with the Governments of Jersey and Alderney.
20 May 2025

Jersey stakes its claim on the world stage with Geopark campaign launch

The aspiring Jersey Island Geopark has today launched a brand campaign aimed at securing UNESCO Global Geopark status.
02 May 2025

New exhibition looks at life after Liberation

A new exhibition at Jersey Museum opens today (02 May) as part of Jersey Heritage’s celebrations to mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation in 2025.
02 May 2025

Pomme d’Or awarded in Tripadvisor’s top 25 Hotels in the UK and Channel Islands 2025

Pomme d'Or are delighted to have been voted as the 23rd best Hotel in the UK & Channel Islands in the 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards, Best of the Best Hotels.
02 May 2025

Greenhills awarded Tripadvisor’s fifth best Hotel in the UK and Channel Islands 2025

Greenhills are delighted to have been voted as the fifth best Hotel in the UK & Channel Islands in the 2025 Travellers’ Choice Awards, Best of the Best Hotels.
Damien Molony as Berrgerac walking along a cliff edge with the Radio Tower and Le Pinacle in the background.
30 Apr 2025

Re-imagined series of Bergerac set to return to U and U&DRAMA in 2026

Damien Molony will head back to Jersey for a second series of Bergerac, written by Toby Whithouse alongside Ashley Sanders, Emilie Robson and Faebian Averies
23 Apr 2025

Walk free, feel alive with Walk in the Park this May

The Jersey National Park invites you to move beyond the familiar - to walk new paths, see with new eyes, and feel what it means to be truly free, with this year’s Walk in the Park.