Jersey is an island in the English Channel, 9 miles long and 5 miles wide, made up of 12 parishes. It has a fascinating prehistoric and religious history. Though not directly governed by Britain--it has maintained Home Rule for centuries--the long relationship with the British Crown is manifest in its loyalty to "The Queen, our Duke."
At the westernmost point, it's a mere 14 miles off the coast of Normandy. Its history, laws, and language are an interesting combination of English and Norman French.
These photos were taken during several visits to the island.
Jersey cows, tethered in the pasture in the traditional Jersiaise manner.
Gorey Castle (Mont Orgueil)
A rainbow arching over Gorey Castle.
St Saviour Church. The father of Victorian beauty and famous royal mistress Lillie Langtree ("The Jersey Lily") was Rector here.
Lillie Langtry's burial spot in the churchyard at St Saviour.
La Rocco Tower in St Ouen's Bay, during a storm.
A restored windmill in St Peter Parish.
A distinctively yellow Jersey call box on St. Catherine's Breakwater.
Fliquet Bay, St. Martin parish, my favourite spot on Jersey and the one where I've spent the most time.
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