Jersey’s north coast has been updated with new signage developed through a partnership between the Infrastructure and Environment Department, and members of Jersey Access Service Providers (JASP) – including Aspiring Jersey Island Geopark, Jersey National Park, and Visit Jersey.
The States of Jersey Prison Service supported the project, with prisoners helping to manufacture the signs as part of vocational training and community contribution initiatives.
The signs provide clear, accessible information for walkers without impacting the landscape. Islanders may spot the new sign designs in other areas of the Island, as partner organisations have agreed to use the new template.
Government of Jersey Environment Manager – Access, Julia Clively, said: “The new signs are consistent with the design of other recently installed signage at Les Landes SSI and provide path users with clear, accessible information about route destinations, distances and permitted access. The signage also helps visitors to confidently follow the Tidal Trail and highlights when they are within the Aspiring Jersey Island Geopark and Jersey National Park.”
Jersey National Park CEO, Greg Morel, said: “ The new signs on the north coast look fantastic and will help to guide locals and visitors alike, along our beautiful north coast in the Jersey National Park. Together with project partners, I look forward to working on getting these directional finders out to other locations around the coastline.”
Head of Geopark, Dr Paul Chambers, said: “Navigating our wonderful north coast footpath network just became easier. The new signs keep walkers informed about where they are, where they are going and who is caring for the beautiful landscape beneath their feet. The aspiring Jersey Island Geology is proud to have contributed to this ambitious, timely and indispensable project.”
States of Jersey Prison Service Vocational Training Manager, Pete Gould, said: “Over the last 12 months, La Moye Prison has been working collaboratively with I&E to support environmental improvement projects across the Island. The partnership has continued to develop over recent months, with prisoners helping to manufacture the signage being installed along the Island’s footpath network. This project provides an opportunity for prisoners to make a positive contribution to the community while developing practical skills and giving something back to the Island.”
