Gorey is located in the parishes of St Martin and Grouville, on Jersey, Channel Islands. The village lies at Jersey's coast and includes one of the main harbours on the island.
Due to its location on Jersey's east coast, Gorey is very close to the French mainland. Its narrow streets and small fishermens' cottages create the unique charm of Gorey.
Must See and Do Tourist Attractions in Gorey
The famous Mont Orgueil castle is part of Gorey. Gouray Church serves the village and its surroundings.
The annual Fête de la Mer in Gorey takes place in August and is one of the biggest events in Jersey and attracts tourists as well as locals.
In summer, boat trips are start at Gorey harbour and take you to the French ports of Carteret, Portbail and Grainville.
The Royal Jersey Golf Club and the Jersey Pottery are near to Gorey.
Family Days out in Gorey
The tranquility in the small village of Gorey creates a relaxing atmosphere, which is perfect for calm family holidays.
Family activities in or around Gorey include days at one of it's beautiful beaches or a walk in the wonderful scenery of the island. Boat trips are offered, and cycling tours, coach tours and day trips to one of Jersey's neighbouring islands. The variety of activities will keep you all busy during your family holidays in Jersey!
Sport in Gorey
The Royal Jersey Golf Club is near Gorey, which makes the village an ideal location for your golfing holidays on Jersey.
Shopping in Gorey
The Jersey Pottery offers stylish home accessories and ceramics you will also find in the best of Jersey's department stores. You should also visit Rosedale Stores and the Gorey Fruit Shop, which sells fresh local foods. If you are looking for unique gifts, visit Eclat, a small boutique selling unusual goods, as well as children's clothing and accessories. Near the harbour, you will find numerous souvenir shops and the Jersey Pearl jewellery shop.
You can shop VAT free on the Channel Islands.
Nightlife in Gorey
A wide variety of restaurants and pubs invite you to spend your evenings in Gorey.
Transport in Gorey
There are buses running across the island to bring you to almost every destination on Jersey. Gorey features the bus lines 1, 1A and 1B.
Jersey Airport (JER) is in the parish of Saint Peter has regular flights to and from Jersey. Jersey Airport is served by Aer Lingus, Air Berlin, Aurigny Air Services, Blue Islands, Bmibaby, British Airways, CityJet, EasyJet, Flybe, Jet2.com, Lufthansa, Manx2 and Sata Internacional.
Ferries operate between Guernsey and Jersey, the UK and France.
Official Tourism Office for Gorey/ Jersey
Jersey Tourism
Liberation Place
St Helier
Jersey JE1 1BB
http://www.jersey.com/