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One Last Jersey Outing (11/1/25)

How can it be November?! Time flies, but what a year (so far) it’s been. Bob and I headed west today to see a bit more of the west coast of the island. This time a bit farther north than the Corbiere Lighthouse that we saw on our first day.

We did see a bit more of the west coast, but mostly from the bus ride there, as bright sunshine turned to blowing rain. We ended up spending most of our time at the Jersey Pearl shop — first perusing the lovely store and exhibits and then keeping out of the rain with a stop at their cafe.

We walked downtown to the bus station to catch the number 22 bus to the Jersey Pearl store near the coast. It was about a 50 minute ride out there. Some photos of the ride out —

A view of heavy traffic from the top level of the bus
What appears to be part of an old fortress near the coast
The Corbiere Lighthouse
Serious waves along the coast
A tree covered road on the route.
Some of the beaches
A closer view of the La Rocco Tower
One of a number of restaurants along the beach
Walkers and wind surfers enjoying the lovely day

Bob and I had visited the Guernsey Pearl shop while we were there, but only because we had to go into the shop to get tickets for the shipwreck museum. It was packed with jewelry and a bit kitschy. The Jersey Pearl shop was much more refined in presentation.

The Jersey Pearl shop
A walk in the entry hall to the store
They had a number of examples of pearl necklaces
with photos of the Queen wearing them.

After we perused the store, we left to explore a bit more of the coast. We got a few photos before the clouds looked like they were about to open up on us. We headed back inside and had a bite at the cafe. We did not end up buying any jewelry.

The Military Museum in an old German bunker
across the road from the store
Looking along the coast with the darkening clouds coming towards us.
Walking back across towards the store

It rained and blew quite hard for most of the time we were in the cafe. We left about 2:00 to catch the bus back and stood in the rain (with umbrellas) to await the bus, but luckily, the wind and rain had lightened considerably by then.

A couple of pics from the drive back —

2 replies on “One Last Jersey Outing (11/1/25)”

Just to wish you “Bonn Voyage” as you head back States Side . It’s been an absolute delight following your latest journey through Jersey. Let us know when you get back to “Old clothes and Porridge “ 😁👍

S.J.B

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