Jersey Accommodation and Activity Centre

Contents About Accommodation & Catering Safety Activities Education & Leisure All Ages Other Breaks Suggested Programmes 4 6 10 12 13 16 18 20

About What we do The Jersey Accommodation and Activity Centre is a large establishment in a rural location. The accommodation comprises of varying room sizes and caters for Groups, Schools, Families and Individuals. The Activity Centre has a good selection of outdoor activities Islandwide, which can be organised prior to arrival to complete a total package or arranged on arrival. In addition, visits to attractions of local interest, inter-island trips and on-island transport can also be booked by the JAAC Team. Where we are The Jersey Accommodation and Activity Centre is located on the East Coast, above the Port of Gorey and Mont Orgeuil Castle. It is surrounded by its own grassed land and fields with just a 5 minute walk down the hill to the port. Jersey Accommodation & Activity Centre La Rue de La Pouclee et des Quatre Chemins Faldouet St Martin Jersey JE3 6DU Tel: Email: Website: 0044 (0) 1534 498636 info@jerseyhostel.co.uk www.jerseyhostel.co.uk 5

Accomodation & Catering Rooms There is a good selection of rooms, with a total capacity of 100 people. Rooms can be arranged to best suit groups. With a selection of 4, 6, 8 & 10 bunk bedrooms the Centre is able to accommodate a group together, with the teachers/leaders in separate en-suite rooms adjacent. In addition there are a number of en-suite twin, double and family rooms available. All bed linen and a towel for use in the shower are included in the price. Day Rooms The general day rooms comprise: Large TV lounge Large lounge with board games and DVD player Classroom 80 seater dining room Other Laundry Drying Room Free Parking 46

Catering The basic accommodation charge is for bed and breakfast. English Breakfasts, 2 course Dinners, Packed Lunches (Picnics) and BBQ s, weather permitting, can also be arranged at additional cost, on booking or on arrival at JAAC. The catering is undertaken by a well-known local caterer/restaurateur Danny s At Home. For special events they can produce any menu from simple to extravagant food e.g. childrens birthday parties to weddings. Affordable Not only is the Centre situated in a great location with varied rooms and friendly staff, it is also affordable. Starting from just 25 a night bed and breakfast it is hard to find a better deal with the same level of service as that given by the staff at JAAC. The on-site Activities Provider is able to offer special deals for guests, making outdoors activities even more appealing. 57

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Safety The outdoor pursuits provision is accredited with the UK Adventure Mark and Learning Outside the Classroom (LOTC). The Jersey Accommodation and Activity Centre is registered with the States of Jersey Tourism Department as a Youth Hostel and meets with all the appropriate certifications. The building has a resident caretaker ensuring that there is a staff member available throughout the night. During the day-time the Reception is open between 8 am- 1 pm and 2 pm 8 pm. All external doors are locked at 8 pm, however access by the main door is available with a door code number, which is provided on check-in. The adventure provider, Jersey Adventures, was established in 1993 and has been at the forefront of outdoor adventure in Jersey ever since. It is regulated by UK inspectors commissioned by Adventure Activity Associates and meets the standards set by Adventure Mark and LoTC. All instructors are trained and qualified in the activities that are offered, either in house or through NGBs to ensure standards are high. Jersey Adventures prides itself on a safe, yet educational and fun delivery of activities and have a 100% safety record. Where the Centre does not undertake certain activities e.g. Water Sports, the team will make a reservation with a local qualified and experienced Provider. Equipment Each year investment is made to ensure the equipment is up to date, venturing into new and different adventure pursuits means the business is always expanding and can always offer new and exciting activities and opportunities. 11

Activities Abseiling Archery Bushcraft Bunker Tours BB Target Shooting Caving Coasteering Cycle Tours and Mountain Bike Tours Orienteering / Scavenger Hunts Kayak Tours Nature Trails Scuba Diving Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) Rock Climbing Zip Wire Other Activities Provision Boat Trips Jet Ski SkyDive Water Ski Wake-Boarding Wind Surf Team building The JAAC team has a very good working relationship with Jersey Heritage and can offer a mixture of hard and soft adventure activities at some of Jersey s local heritage sites including Elizabeth Castle and Mont Orgueil Castle. This is demonstrated in the company s famous Escapes events. 12

Education & Leisure During a visit to Jersey, entrance fees or tickets for various local attractions can be organized by the JAAC team to: Durrell Wildlife Park Jersey Museum Jersey Maritime Museum Mont Orgeuil Castle Elizabeth Castle The Jersey War Tunnels Local Dairy Farm Events run from the JAAC include: Treasure Hunts, Orienteering Courses, Obstacle Courses, Small Zip Wire, Small Climbing Wall, Local area Walks, Bush Craft, On-site games and also the Escape from Mont Orgeuil Castle. Planned Visit Contact Tula or Anna at the JAAC if you would like help to plan and organise your trip to Jersey. Everything from collecting the luggage on arrival, on-island transport, meals, activities and anything else we can help with. 13

All Ages All ages and stages, from children to extreme athletes (pictured) we can offer individual, group and team programmes to suit your criteria. From respite weekends and weddings to Stag / Hen parties and specialist activity / interest groups. During the summer season we can deliver bespoke family packages with something for everyone, or guests can enroll on one of our daily activities. 17

Other Breaks Short Term Breaks - Selected Dates Ladies Escape Boot Camp Wellbeing Weekend Cookery Weekend Walk Weekend Friends Unite (get together with friends fully self-catering with own lounge) Friends Unite 2 (get together with friends enjoy full catering and private lounge) Christmas Shopping in Jersey (Half Board weekend with transport to/from St Helier and the Christmas Markets) Octoberfest - Special Offer Month Special Offers and Autumn Visits Discounts available for groups of 20+ guests Reduced Prices for visits in September and October See our website for other Offers and Events 18

Suggested Programmes Primary School / Ecole - 2 day visit a.m. p.m. Evening Day 1 Collect luggage from Ferry Terminal on Arrival St Helier Quiz Visit to Maritime Museum Coach / bus to JAAC Check-in Dinner Day 2 Treasure Hunt at Mont Orgeuil Castle Local Area Orienteer Lunch Coach/bus to St Helier for Shopping Deliver luggage to Ferry Terminal a.m. p.m. Evening Day 1 Collect luggage from Ferry Terminal on Arrival Coach to Jersey War Tunnels Island Coach Tour Arrive at JAAC to check-in Dinner Day 2 Coach to Durrell Wildlife Park Coach/bus to St Helier for Shopping Deliver luggage to Ferry Terminal 20

Secondary School / College / Lycee a.m. p.m. Evening Day 1 Coach to JAAC Local Area Walk with Quizz Beach Games afternoon with kayak and Stand-Up Paddle Board Dinner After dinner quiz Day 2 Coach to Durrell Wildlife Park Coach to Jersey War Tunnels visit Dinner After dinner games Day 3 Mont Orgeuil Treasure Hunt and JAAC Escape (team activities) Lunch at JAAC Transport to St Helier for shopping Deliver luggage to Ferry Terminal a.m. p.m. Evening Day 1 Collect luggage on arrival Treasure Hunt in St Helier and shopping Visit to Jersey War tunnels Dinner After dinner quiz Day 2 Visit to Durrell Wildlife Park Abseiling, Kayaking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding Dinner After dinner games Day 3 Escape from Elizabeth Castle Escape from Elizabeth Castle Free Shopping time in St Helier BBQ Day 4 Team Game day at JAAC and Mont Orgeuil Castle Team Game day at JAAC and Mont Orgeuil Castle Coach to ferry 21