St Aubin's Fort
St Aubin's Bay, St Brelade, Jersey, Channel Islands.
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St Aubin's Fort is a fortification situated on a tidal island in St Aubin's Bay, Jersey. Originally constructed as a gun tower in 1542 to defend the then-primary port of St Aubin, it controlled the entrance to the harbour. Over its 400-year history, the fort has undergone significant remodelling and updates, reflecting developments in military architecture from the Tudor period through to German WWII defences. Key enlargements occurred in the 1730s with the addition of a curtain wall, bastions, and redans. The tower was later modified into a keep, and during the German Occupation in WWII, concrete anti-aircraft and sea defences were added.
The fort is accessible via a causeway from the shore near the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club during low tide. While the fort itself is generally closed to the public, as it is used by Jersey's Sea Scouts as a headquarters, visitors can walk out to it and enjoy the surrounding views. It's important for visitors to be aware of the incoming tide, as the causeway can become submerged quickly.
Location
Opening Hours
Accessible at low tide; the fort itself is closed to the public.
Contact
For emergencies if cut off by the tide: Jersey Coastguard +44 (0) 1534 447705 or dial 999. For planning/building control: T 01534 445508; E [email protected].