Jersey is positioned near the coast of France, near Normandy, and is the biggest of the group of islands acknowledged as the Channel Islands. The Channel Islands are a group of small islands in the channel between the UK and France and include Guernsey, Jersey, Alderney and Sark, the first two being the major of these islands. Although Jersey is closer to the French coast than the English coast it is the responsibility of the United Kingdom to guard it against any invasion attempts, however, with this said the island itself is not part of the United Kingdom or the European Union, instead it is part of the Common Travel Area which fundamentally means that it is a passport free zone.

Jersey is a position that is immersed in history, dating back thousands of years with signs of early Iron Age influence, Bronze Age artefacts and even verification of Roman settlements have been revealed in recent centuries . In the 9th century Jersey was in danger by Viking attacks which lasted right into the tenth century and this is where Jersey got its name from. Over the centuries there have been continuous arguments between Britain and France concerning the ownership of Jersey which has stemmed from, and featured such key names as William Longsword (The Duke of Normandy), William the Conqueror and King Harold of Hastings. In recent time Jersey was also occupied under the Nazi party from July 1st 1940 until May 9th 1945 during which time they made coastal defences, watch towers and war tunnels around the outskirts of the island.

In 1945 the island was liberated by British forces after the German habitation on the island surrendered. The date of the liberation is now celebrated annually on the 9th May to commemorate that era.

Jersey has been known as a place of natural beauty and offers a selection of places to visit and things to do. If you wished to you could visit World War II bunkers and underground tunnels or marvel at the history in museums that are scattered around the island. Or if you would rather choose a golfing holiday you can venture down to Grouville and play at the Royal Jersey Golf Club.

One thing to bear in mind even though the coinage of Jersey is pound sterling it is only legal tender in Jersey itself so you won’t be able to use it on the British Isles.

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