Jersey Week – Free Democracy themed walking tour of St. Helier

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As part of Jersey Week, Islanders and visitors are invited to join a free guided 90-minute stroll through St.Helier on Saturday 10 May, to uncover more about Jersey’s political history. You’ll be greeted by your Jersey Uncovered, Blue Badge Guide and embark on a time travelling journey around the squares, streets, and lanes of town. You’ll uncover quirky and fascinating facts about the Island’s political history and how it has shaped our political system of today. Where did the phrase “the States of Jersey” derive from? What are those “Etats de Jersey”, why are our laws based on both French and English laws, and just how important were people like Ivy Forster, Philippe Le Geyt, Caroline Trachy, Philippe Falle, Stephanie Nicole, Thomas Pipon, and Pierre le Sueur? Learn about these Jersey heroes, and the villains of their time; uncover the sites of battles and riots, find hidden messages in the pavements and road signs, and delve into the Island’s democratic history in a fun and informative way, with a humorous twist. Meet in the Royal Square, St. Helier, by the statue of King George II by 1pm. The tour will finish at Jersey Library in Halkett Place at 2:30pm.

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