La Cloche / Autumn 2026 / Issue 72

AUTUMN 2026

72

Normandy Heritage at the King’s Levée

page 36

Our Scenic Lane Entry page 7

Petals, Pride & Prizes : St Saviour’s Team Shines Again page 22

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Hello and Welcome

to the summer edition of La Cloche Welcome to the autumn edition of La Cloche. What a summer it has been - one that will be remembered for endless road diversions and long, hot days that were, at times, almost too much to handle. Now that we are heading into autumn, the recent cooler days have come as a welcome relief. As the season begins to settle, this edition reflects the colour, warmth and community spirit that have carried us through these past few months.

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ne of the highlights of the summer was the King’s Levée, held to mark His Majesty’s official birthday. It was a joyful occasion, full of pride and celebration, as Islanders gathered to recognise those receiving awards for their outstanding service. You’ll find the full story inside, capturing the atmosphere of a truly memorable event. We were also delighted to welcome back Reverend Martin Evans for a few days, returning to St Saviour to perform a very special wedding. It was a lovely moment for the parish, and you can read more about it on page 54. Our Battle of Flowers team once again did us proud. Their float was a triumph of creativity and teamwork, and we were thrilled to see them pick up two well-deserved prizes. Their achievement reflects the heart of our parish: people coming together, giving their time, and creating something joyful for everyone to enjoy. Read more about it on page 22. This issue also celebrates a remarkable milestone: the 96th birthday of a lady who made island history as Jersey’s first woman projectionist. Her story is a wonderful reminder of the extraordinary lives within our community - see page 52 for more.

wonderful news. I shall be sharing a follow-up article on their experiences in the winter edition. You’ll also notice that the Diary of Events has been updated into two lists: one dedicated to u3a groups held in the parish and one for other parish events. I hope this makes it easier to see what is happening and to get involved. As always, if there’s something you’d like to see in these pages - or if you have a story, special birthday or anniversary, photo, or memory to share - do get in touch. This magazine is at its very best when it reflects the voices of those who call St Saviour home. Finally, my thanks, as always, go to my editorial colleagues Colin and Cara for their continued support, enthusiasm, friendship and patience! Enjoy the read - and the cooler season. Until next time,

Suzie

In this 7

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Scenic Lane Competition 2026

10 Diary Dates 22 Battle of Flowers 2026

We also feature the art exhibition from the art club run by Elizabeth Bisson, a sad goodbye to the Whist Club, updates from our Deputies, new u3a groups in the Old Rectory, a CPR Awareness Day in the Parish Hall, the Shoreline Management Plan, and news from our churches, clubs, and associations.

24 Victoria Cottage Homes Art Club

Following the article in the summer edition asking for volunteer readers for children, the charity, Every Child our Future, has let me know that volunteers did indeed come forward, which was

40 The origin of the magazine’s name

We hope you enjoy this edition of the La Cloche. Find out what else is going on around the Island at

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From

Lé Connétable

Parish Hall to Stay Open Later on Wednesdays

It has been a real pleasure to hit the ground running over the last couple of months as I start out my term. The life of a Connétable is a busy one…! And my thanks go to the amazing team at the Parish Hall for their hard work and commitment.

We started trialling later opening hours at the Parish Hall from 2 September and this will continue up and including 25 November 2026.

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was proud to host my first Parish Assembly, where it was agreed to hold the parish rates flat for the coming year. Helping a little to combat rising living costs was a key priority for me, and I am thrilled that we were able to achieve this. A trial of new opening hours has started for the Parish Hall with Wednesdays from the 2 September, to open 12:00 to 19:00. This was suggested by many of you, and I hope that it provides an alternative option for those working during the current opening hours. I have been working with professionals to revisit the costs and design of the new park, alongside another potential site to provide community and recreational spaces for parishioners of all ages. The plans are very exciting, and I hope we will be announcing a date for an Assembly soon. Lastly, I was honoured to drive the Battle float, complete with novelty shirt and really felt the wonderful community spirit surrounding Sharon and her team! Congratulations for the prizes won and looking forward to beating St Helier next year! I strongly encourage you to get involved if you can, it was a great experience. There will be many new community initiatives coming over the next few months, so please stay tuned for updates!

Kind regards,,

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uring the trial, the hall will be open to the public every Wednesday from 12 noon until 7.00 pm, providing an opportunity for parishioners, customers and local businesses who may find daytime visits difficult. Opening hours on all other weekdays will remain unchanged: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 8.45 am to 3.45 pm. The trial will be reviewed at the end of November to assess demand. No decision has been made on any permanent changes, and parishioners will be consulted before any longterm arrangement is considered.

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Parish Rates Reminder Rate demands have now been sent to every owner (foncier) and occupier of land within the Parish. The deadline for rates payment is 30th October 2027. Any outstanding amounts after this date will incur a 10% surcharge. If you have not received your demand or are experiencing difficulties and are unable to pay your rates, please contact the Parish Hall as soon as possible. Payments can be made by; Card, cheque, cash, Parish website (do it online tab) or via phone on 735864. You can also scan the QR code on your paper demand.

Do it Online The easiest way to manage your rates is to do it online. All correspondence will be sent to your email address and can be viewed online. As all correspondence will be sent to an email address, we ask you make sure this is your personal email address and not one linked to your employment. It remains your responsibility to ensure that your details are correct and updated regularly. Please make sure that you also check your junk box regularly so as not to miss any correspondence.

Blooming Success for St Saviour St Saviour Parish Hall was once again entered into this year's All Island Garden Competition in the Parish Hall category. The judging process took a different approach this year. On the morning of 14 July, Procureur Martin Roberts briefly met the judges before they began their assessment. Unlike previous years, when parish representatives had more opportunity to accompany the judges and discuss the grounds, this year's format allowed just a short two-minute introduction before the judges carried out their inspection during a tightly scheduled 20-minute visit. Despite the more streamlined judging process, St Saviour achieved an impressive score of 88.5 points, securing 6th place in the highly competitive Best Floral Parish Hall on the Island category. The result reflects the ongoing efforts to maintain attractive and welcoming surroundings at Parish Hall, helping to showcase St Saviour at its colourful best.

REGULAR UPDATES from the Parish Would you like to know what’s happening in the Parish? You can now subscribe to receive regular updates from the Parish direct to your inbox, keep up to date with Parish events, Parish assemblies, rates information, road works and other Parish related notifications. All you need to do is visit the Parish website, go to ‘news and events’ and click ‘sign up’. Every time a news item or event is added to the website, you will receive the information straight to your inbox.

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Want to go paperless? Each year, the Parish spends a significant amount on postage for rates correspondence. You can help us reduce these costs by opting to receive digital correspondence. This option is not only easy and convenient but also supports our efforts to allocate resources more efficiently – simply scan the QR code on your paper copy or visit the Parish website stsaviour.je

Scenic Lanes:

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More Than Meets the Eye by Suzie Webb

At around three-quarters of a kilometre in length, La Rue du Vieux Ménage stretches for almost half a mile, making it one of St Saviour's most attractive rural routes. In fact, when I first drove along it to take a photograph for this article, I found myself wondering whether it could really be called a "lane" at all. Surprisingly, there is no official definition of what constitutes a lane in Jersey! La Rue du Vieux Ménage (The Road to / from the old home or farm) was St Saviour's entry in the 2026 Société Jèrsiaise Scenic Lanes Competition. Although it did not take the top prize this year, it impressed the judges and highlighted why Jersey's country lanes are such an important part of our heritage and environment. The competition, organised annually by Société Jèrsiaise, aims to encourage parishes to celebrate and care for their rural lanes. Rather than simply rewarding neatness, the judges assess a lane's character, biodiversity, wildlife habitats, trees, hedgerows, historic features and overall ambience. The competition has evolved significantly over the years. Instead of being judged after the first branchage, lanes are now assessed beforehand so that wildflowers and natural habitats can be appreciated at their best. Environmental management also plays an important role. Judges look favourably on sensitive maintenance practices, including the avoidance of chemical weedkillers (like Roundup which is a glyphosate-based weedkiller) and the removal of invasive species. While a mix of native and non-native plants is inevitable, sycamores receive a less enthusiastic reception, as their rapid growth and dense canopy can overwhelm indigenous species by blocking out light. This year's winning entry came from St Martin, whose Rue du Scez impressed judges with its mature hedgerows, traditional stone walls, rich variety of wildlife and stunning sea views. Nevertheless, St Saviour's entry received glowing praise.

In their feedback to the Parish, the judges wrote: ‘Your parish scored very highly with its beautiful banks, the rural views, ferns, Turkey oak, pines, spindle, bracken, the hollow tree stump, the well in the field, the pond with ducks in, the lovely trees at L'Esperance, the beautiful view across the fields, and the wonderful remains of the old tree in the field. And most importantly, no Roundup used on the lane. Many thanks for the thought that went into selecting this lane, which was lovely to walk, and was greatly appreciated.’ The Scenic Lanes Competition is supported by a number of environmental and community organisations, including Rotary de la Manche and the National Trust for Jersey. While St Martin may have taken this year's title, St Saviour can be proud that La Rue du Vieux Ménage was recognised as a beautiful and environmentally sensitive lane that showcases the best of our countryside. We look forward to taking part again next year and congratulate St Martin on their well-deserved success.

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A Word From Deputy Louise Doublet

Deputy Malcolm Ferey

Dear Parishioners,

Dear Parishioners,

Hardship amongst families is increasing in our Parish and our island. Inequality is widening. Child poverty is a real problem that many shy away from thinking about and talking about because we don’t want to think that it can be happening in our community. But if we look at the data we have available to us it is very clear. Our Children’s Commissioner pointed me to this measure when I was discussing child poverty with her recently. The Gini coefficient is a simple way of determining how evenly income or wealth is shared across a population. Higher scores closer to 100 suggest a wider gap between those with the most and those with the least, which can be associated with child poverty. Over recent years Jersey’s score has been rising – from 39 in 2010 to 43 at the most recent data point we have in 2022. Couple this with data from the Jersey Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (JOLS), which shows more families, especially single parent families, struggling financially over the last 10 years (69% at the most recent report). It’s not just children who are experiencing hardship - there are people of all ages struggling - some pensioners, single adults, and this can include ‘middle Jersey’ too.

Following the kind support of 2,225 voters and since being re-elected on 7th June 2026, I have taken on a number of important responsibilities in our new government, not least as Minister for Housing, a portfolio that touches so many lives of both parishioners and Islanders as a whole.

What can we do about this? There are plenty of things that can be done and need to be done urgently by Government and the wider States Assembly - we need a comprehensive action plan from either scrutiny recommendations or a government taskforce – but community action is powerful too. I recently attended a meeting with our new Connétable, accompanied by a Parishioner who is an expert in children and families. I was heartened at the understanding of the issues and the willingness to act. One solution discussed was breakfast provision for children in the school holidays. This would act in a similar way to a food bank and would help families at times when costs are often higher. If you can help with this idea in any way, with donations of time or money, please get in touch with me or the Connétable in the usual ways. With warm regards,

Louise

I had previously served as Assistant Chief Minister and Assistant Minister for Children and Families. I also held the position of Vice-Chair of the States Employment Board, where I have been involved in workforce planning, employment matters and crossgovernment coordination. This work has included supporting policies for children and families through the publication of the Island’s first Play Plan, safeguarding young people and helping strengthen services available to Islanders. I was asked by the Chief Minister to continue in these roles, which I have agreed to do. I have also decided to continue with my work on updating the Freedom of Information Law and on the Probation Board. Alongside my government duties, as I stated at the hustings, I remain strongly committed to the Parish of St Saviour and after discussions with the new Connétable I will continue to regularly attend parish meetings and I was happy to nominate Deputy Louise Doublet to serve on the Parish Accounts Committee, so that she can continue the work I have done in helping to oversee financial matters and contribute to decisions affecting parish rates and services. I have consistently stated that parish affairs remain at the heart of my public service and that I intend to continue representing and advocating for the interests of St Saviour residents within the Assembly. I will be conducting drop-in surgeries from Georgetown Methodist Church from 10am to 11am on the second Thursday of every third month, commencing 8 October 2026 – see Diary Dates on page 10. Future dates: 14 January, 8 April and 8 July, 2027. Kind regards,

Malcolm

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Your Deputies Deputy Chris Leck

Deputy Robert Parker

An Update from Me, Chris Leck

Dear Parishioners,

It’s been a busy few months since you elected me as your Deputy for St Saviour back in June, and I wanted to share a quick update on what I’ve been up to.

So, what has it been like? The States Chamber, particularly when we have a heat wave and speeches, can make it unbelievably difficult to keep one’s eyes open. So that’s the part of being a Deputy coming from a private commercial background, that is most difficult. I think matchsticks maybe the order of the day.

Drawing on my background as a Chartered Accountant and former Treasury Projects Director, I’ve taken on a full scrutiny workload, volunteering to be a member of three scrutiny panels: The Health and Social Security Scrutiny Panel - reviewing the work of the Health and Social Security Ministers, making sure Islanders’ needs are properly represented. The Corporate Services Scrutiny Panel - reviewing legislation, budgets, plans and policy coming from the Chief Minister and Treasury Minister. The Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel - keeping an eye on the work of the Economic Development, External Relations and International Development Ministers. It’s a demanding line-up, but it’s exactly the kind of hands-on, numbers-focused role I promised during my campaign - holding government to account and making sure decisions actually stack up for us here in St Saviour and the Island as a whole. Alongside the scrutiny work, I’ve been getting out and about in the parish, meeting many of you and listening to your concerns with a view to following them up with those concerned. Please keep those conversations coming; they genuinely shape what I focus on. If you’d like to stay in the loop, the best way is to follow me on social media, where I share regular updates and behind-thescenes insights from the States Assembly: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Email

Deputy Chris Leck Deputy Chris Leck Deputy Chris Leck c.leck@gov.je

Thank you for your continued support Best wishes

Chris

On the other hand, I totally accept this is part of our democracy and heritage which is very important to both cherish and maintain. Though at times with some grand standing speeches, one can easily question that belief. The States like any large organisation can be overly bogged down with procedures and create a culture where initiative and making a decision becomes the exception in an effectively risk averse culture. This allows cracks to develop as filling the gaps due to common sense is at odds with that style of administrative structure. So, to fill the gaps the organisation grows. So, it’s a steep learning process and with the States budget to be finalised very shortly. It’s more about listening and understanding so that one can make a positive commitment for the three-year budget that is proposed for 2028 in my role as an Assistant Treasury Minister. On the parish front I remember those days when no roadworks were allowed over the summer season! I understand the real purpose behind these works is Jersey Electricity’s Big Upgrade that is a £120 million upgrade to our electricity infrastructure. So, this summer will be remembered for extensive roadworks and heatwaves I suppose. On another subject I hope to work with a small group to put forward what we want as a parish as a masterplan for Five Oaks. If you would be interested to join this group, please contact me or the Parish Hall. I shall also be conducting regular surgeries from the Parish Hall, the first one being Wednesday 14 October from 5 pm to 7 pm. With warm regards,

Robert

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Community Support Group

NEWS

Very little has changed within the Group since I last wrote.

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eanwhile, we welcome our new Connétable to a busy and complex Parish, but one which has risen to many challenges over the years.

I daresay we will be sitting down together and looking at what we are doing and exploring the opportunity for any changes. I do know that the Government is investigating the relationship between the Parishes and those which have a Community Support Group or Team - not every Parish has one - with a view to seeing how each can help the other. Just as long as we can keep the red tape hidden in a bottom drawer! We’re about to welcome two new members to the Group... don’t get too excited for me, we are about to lose two members, for very genuine reasons! Each of us has our own story, some of us may already be informal volunteers for family, friends or neighbours, and so not able to offer some time to our Group, but if you do have a spare hour a week, or a fortnight, please do contact me and we’ll have a chat over a coffee – Le Quesne’s Café is often our “office”! Whether it be using your car for taking parishioners to appointments - for which you receive a mileage allowance from the Parish – or shopping for someone who can’t get out, perhaps taking them shopping if mobility or eyesight is a problem, you’ll find it rewarding and often the start of a long friendship. You don’t have to volunteer every week; I message everyone and see who’s available. Try it! Speak soon… Community Support Group Coordinator:

Colin Ireson 07797 828660 / Colin.Ireson@stsaviour.je

Diary Dates SEPTEMBER

25 MacMillan Coffee Morning at the Parish Hall 10am to 12.30pm.

OCTOBER

8 Meet Your Deputy - At the Georgetown Methodist Church

coffee morning, Deputy Malcolm Ferey will hold a drop-in surgery from 10am to 11am. Come along for a coffee and chat, raise local concerns or discuss matters important to you.

10 Olivia’s Parish Clean-Up Walk 10am – 11am outside the Parish Hall. All equipment supplied (picker uppers and bags) – please bring your own gloves if required.

14 Meet Your Deputy At the Parish Hall. Deputy Robert Parker

will hold a drop-in surgery from 5pm to 7pm. Come along to ask your questions - especially if you would like to be involved with the masterplan for Five Oaks.

31 British Legion Poppy Appeal Coffee Morning 10am – 1pm Parish Hall

NOVEMBER

14 Olivia’s Parish Clean-Up Walk 10am – 11am outside the Parish Hall. All equipment supplied (picker uppers and bags) – please bring your own gloves if required.

DECEMBER

12 Olivia’s Parish Clean-Up Walk 10am – 11am outside the Parish Hall. All equipment supplied (picker uppers and bags) – please bring your own gloves if required. 12 St Saviour Twinning Association Lunch at St Brelade’s Bay Hotel. 14/15 Les Conteurs Singers Christmas concerts.7.30pm in the Parish Hall. Tickets available from Colin Ireson 07797 828660 colin.Ireson@stsaviour.je

Dates for u3a Groups in our parish Two more groups have been added to the u3a meetings at the Old Rectory: History and Scrabble. With so many u3a dates now available, I have listed them separately for easy reference.

See page 51 for all the dates and times and information about the

new groups.

Olivia’s Parish Clean-Up Walk Olivia continues to organise our monthly Parish Clean-Up Walk, taking place for just one hour on the second Saturday morning of each month. It is a simple, friendly way to help keep our parish looking its best, and a little extra support would mean a great deal to her. All equipment is supplied, including picker-uppers and bags; please just bring your own gloves. If you can spare an hour, do come along and join in. See Diary Dates above for upcoming dates.

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An Honorary Police for the Modern Age

Supporting those who serve: St Saviour Honorary Police

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t Saviour Honorary Police has an establishment of 32 officers. However, like many Parishes across the Island, it continues to face recruitment challenges and is in need of additional officers. Whether you are considering joining as a Constable’s Officer, Vingtenier or Centenier, opportunities are available across all ranks.

On joining the Honorary Police, regardless of which Parish you serve, you are automatically enrolled as a member of the Honorary Police Association. One of the Association’s principal aims is to ensure that officers’ welfare is properly considered and supported. Should an officer face a complaint or disciplinary matter, the Association is able to provide appropriate support and guidance throughout that process. The Association is also here to support and promote the Honorary Police more widely and to seek improvements wherever possible. Although we have no operational policing role, we consider matters affecting Honorary Police officers across the Island and represent their interests where appropriate. St Saviour Honorary Police is led by Chef de Police, Centenier Paulo Martins, who has more than 12 years’ experience in Honorary Policing across multiple Parishes. During that time, Paulo has served at all ranks within the Honorary Police, giving him considerable knowledge and experience to lead the officers who serve St Saviour’s diverse community. The Parish itself encompasses a wide variety of environments, from rural countryside and residential areas to larger housing estates and the trading estate. This diversity brings with it an equally varied range of policing demands.

As one of the Island’s busier Parishes, the demand placed upon its Honorary Police continues to grow. Serving as an officer in St Saviour can, however, be an extremely rewarding experience. Duties can range from assisting with local Parish events and events at Government House, supporting the Parish Hall Enquiry process, and undertaking community policing duties, through to assisting with major Island events when called upon. As with other Parishes, officers participate in a duty-week system. The frequency of these duty weeks will depend upon the number of officers currently serving and available, but this could mean being on duty for one week every three to six weeks. During a duty week, officers have the opportunity to provide valuable support to their community, dealing with matters including traffic complaints, speeding and anti-social driving, reports of anti-social behaviour, and a wide range of other incidents and community concerns. New officers undertake the Honorary Police Foundation Course, delivered with the support of our colleagues at the States of Jersey Police. The course is normally undertaken over five weeks, either through two evening sessions per week or weekly Saturday sessions. Further training opportunities are also available, including Officer Safety Training, Speed Detection Training, Driver Training and a range of other supplementary courses. As President of the Honorary Police Association, I am particularly keen to ensure that the welfare of our officers remains a priority. Each Parish has a delegate who represents its officers on the HPA Committee, which meets six times each year. This provides officers across the Island with a voice within the Association and an avenue through which matters affecting them can be raised and considered. Joining the Honorary Police is an opportunity to give something back to your community, develop new skills, meet new people and play an active role in helping to keep your Parish safe. There is no requirement to arrive with policing experience — training, guidance and support are provided — but what is needed is a willingness to contribute your time to your Parish and its community.

If you would like to know more about joining St Saviour Honorary Police, or would like further information about the Honorary Police Association, please feel free to contact me at Ben.Wheaton@police.sthelier.je.

photos: PoppWphotography

As President of the Honorary Police Association, a role I have now held for two years, I wanted to take the opportunity to inform Parishioners about the role of the Association and, importantly, to provide some reassurance to anyone who may be considering joining the St Saviour Honorary Police.

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BOOKMARKS A roundup of local publishing

A new book by local author Sarah Grigson takes a fresh look at the occupation through 100 objects left behind. Some objects are rare and historically significant, others are humble, even mundane, but each carries a story. Here we look at one of the objects: a gas mask.

water supply and whether there was a pond or stream nearby. They also noted anyone with first-aid knowledge or other skills that could be helpful in the event of an attack. Air-raid shelters were built all over the island. The States dug zigzag trenches in many parks, in the grounds of municipal buildings and at many of the schools. They were usually lined with timber, with wooden duckboards on the floor and long benches for islanders to sit on during a raid. Others were built into the basements of buildings, including in many private houses, or were constructed of brick or concrete in gardens.

The British government greatly feared the threat of poison gas attacks during air raids. They issued gas masks for every man, woman and child, including special versions for babies, and in Jersey, demonstrations and fittings were held at locations such as Grouville School and the St John’s Ambulance Hall to ensure the gas masks were used correctly. After war was declared in September 1939, islanders were urged to carry them at all times. Other precautions were taken against the threat of air raids by the States of Jersey. Tens of thousands of sandbags were ordered, and decontamination and first-aid posts were established in various locations. Blackout orders were issued and every window and door in the island had to be covered with a heavy curtain or shutter so that no light would show through. ARP wardens had to make a list of every household in their area, the number of people in each home, whether it had a telephone, how they accessed their

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Air-raid sirens were placed at the Fort Regent Signal Station, the Jersey Electricity Company at Mont a l'Abbé, the grounds of the mental hospital in Grouville, next to St Peter's Parish Church and by the cemetery in Sion. Twenty-five-foot metal towers were erected to hold the three sirens outside of town. The sirens were powered by electricity, and by varying the power, the siren emitted a rising and falling signal to warn the public of incoming aircraft. The ‘allclear’ signal was a single continuous note. In the case of a poison gas attack, ARP wardens carried ‘gas rattles’, a hand-operated device that produced a loud clacking sound to alert people to immediately put on their gas masks (many of these were repurposed by football supporters after the war). They also carried hand bells to ring the ‘all-clear’ signal. The German air raid on Jersey in June 1940 used conventional bombs, and there were no other major air raids during the occupation, although there were at least fourteen small raids or occasions when bombs were dropped on the island. A terrible accident occurred in the cold winter of December 1944 that resulted in the closure of many air-raid shelters on the island. A nine-year-old boy entered a shelter to look for firewood and tragically died when he removed a wooden support, causing the structure to collapse. As the threat of air raids had passed, it was decided that many shelters would be removed.

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Friendship, Heritage

and Twinning Across the Channel by Suzie Webb

Next year will give Jersey a very special reason to look again across the water to Normandy. In 2027, Normandy will mark Millennium – 2027, European Year of the Normans, celebrating 1,000 years since the birth of William the Conqueror in Falaise in 1027. The Channel Islands are part of this Europe-wide celebration, recognising not only our shared history, but also the living friendships that still connect our communities today.

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or St Saviour, twinning is one of the most practical and enjoyable ways of keeping those links alive. Our Parish is twinned with Villedieules-Poêles-Rouffigny, a town with its own strong Norman character and traditions. In recent years, travel has become more complicated since the boat crossings to Granville stopped, and that has undoubtedly made visits more challenging. Even so, the value of twinning has not disappeared. If anything, it reminds us that friendships sometimes need a little extra effort to maintain.

Looking further ahead, there has also been early informal discussion about whether St Saviour might host the games in 2029, possibly using our big recreation field. Nothing has been finalised, and a great deal can happen in three years, so this is very much a possibility rather than a plan. Even so, it is an exciting thought: hosting would be a wonderful opportunity to show visitors the warmth of our parish, and to involve people of all ages in something that is both local and international. I recently had the privilege of joining St Lawrence on a visit to their twin town of Barneville-Carteret. We were treated like royalty, and I came home with a much fuller understanding of what twinning can mean. It is not just an official arrangement on paper. It is meals shared, conversations attempted in two languages, laughter over small misunderstandings, and the discovery that people living on opposite sides of the sea often have more in common than they expected. The wider 2027 programme was launched for the Channel Islands at the British Embassy in Paris in March, with Jersey represented at ministerial level. That formal launch mattered, but twinning also works best through ordinary people. While in Barneville-Carteret, I spoke with a teacher from Jersey involved in a pen-pal project between local French pupils and Jersey primary school children. It is a simple idea, but a powerful one: children learning that French is more than just a school subject and one which practises writing, communication skills and making friends in another country – with no mobile devices in sight. That conversation set me thinking. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if one of our St Saviour primary schools could explore something similar with

There are several twinning associations in Jersey, each with its own French partner and its own story. Every two years, Jersey and Normandy take turns to host the twinning games, bringing together parishes, communities, families and friends in a spirit that is far more about welcome than winning. Last year, Grouville hosted the games in Jersey. In 2027, it will be the turn of our French neighbours to host, making the year of the Normans an especially fitting moment for renewed contact across the Channel.

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Why is Havre des Pas Being Prioritised for Coastal Flood Protection? by Suzie Webb

Most people think of St Saviour as an inland parish, but we do have a link to the sea. Our entire stretch of coastline amounts to the slipway at Le Dicq. It may be only a small piece of Jersey's shoreline, St Saviour’s shoreline, but it is one that the Government's Coastal Engineering Team has identified as a priority for future flood protection works.

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any parishioners will be aware that work is being planned to improve coastal flood protection at Havre des Pas, but why has this area been identified as a priority?

during the first phase of its implementation programme, covering the period from 2020 to 2040. The area extends from the eastern side of La Collette through to La Grande Charrière Slipway.

The answer lies in Jersey's Shoreline Management Plan (SMP), a long-term strategy published in 2020 which looks ahead over the next 100 years and assesses the risk of coastal flooding and erosion around the Island. The plan divides the coastline into different areas and identifies where action is most needed.

This is the first in a series of newsletters being issued by the Government's Coastal Engineering Team to explain the project and keep residents informed. Future updates will cover technical studies, proposed options, consultation activities and opportunities for public engagement as the scheme develops. A virtual exhibition portal is also expected to be launched later this year.

According to the Government of Jersey's Coastal Engineering Team, Havre des Pas presents the greatest potential coastal flood risk anywhere on the Island. As a result, it has been placed at the top of the priority list for major flood defence improvements.

The aim of the scheme is not simply to protect buildings, but to help ensure that Havre des Pas remains a resilient and vibrant community for future generations.

Although sea levels are currently rising by only a few millimetres each year, the effects accumulate over time. The latest projections used in the Shoreline Management Plan suggest sea levels could rise by almost half a metre by 2080 and by more than one metre by 2130. Combined with storm surges and large waves, this significantly increases the risk of flooding in low-lying coastal areas. The Coastal Engineering Team estimates that around 300 properties are currently at risk from coastal flooding in the Havre des Pas area. Without additional protection, that number could increase to more than 1,500 properties by 2130. The wider consequences could include damage to homes and businesses, disruption to transport routes and other important infrastructure, higher insurance costs, difficulties obtaining mortgages, and impacts on property values. The Shoreline Management Plan therefore recommends improving flood defences at Havre des Pas

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HAVRE DES PAS COASTAL FLOOD ALLEVIATION SCHEME Protecting Havre des Pas for Future Generations

The Government of Jersey is progressing with the Havre des Pas Coastal Flood Alleviation Scheme to help protect homes, businesses, infrastructure and public spaces from the increasing risk of coastal flooding caused by rising sea levels and more frequent storm events. The scheme is currently advancing through its concept design, with regular newsletters being issued to keep islanders informed about project progress, key decisions and upcoming events.

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Family Learning Skills Jersey History Society

That Save Lives

by Suzie Webb

Parishioners gathered at the Parish Hall on 13 August for a successful CPR & AED Awareness Day, organised by the Jersey Ambulance Service in association with the Jersey Heart Support Group.

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he free drop-in event, which was very well attended, gave people of all ages the opportunity to learn vital lifesaving skills in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Throughout the day, participants learned the basics of CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and what to do in a lifethreatening emergency. Experienced instructors demonstrated techniques and encouraged attendees to practise their new skills, helping to build confidence and awareness.

Most Jersey families can usually name their grandparents but their knowledge often stops right there!

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he Channel Islands Family History Society is now known as the Jersey Family History Society. Since its formation in October 1978, members have created copies of registers, 19th century Census records and much, much more! This extensive collection is open to public access at Jersey Archive. A new website enables members to access an enormous quantity of information on-line, with links to many other useful websites including Jersey Archives:

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You will be surprised at just how much there is at your fingertips!

Monthly meetings are usually held at The Members Room at the Société Jersiaise, 7 Pier Road in St Helier, with talks held on the last Monday evening each month from October to June, and other venues chosen in July and September, often outdoors, enabling the discovery of various aspects of local interest. Descendants of Jersey families world-wide are able to join our indoor meetings using ‘Zoom’.

The event highlighted how quick action by members of the public can make a significant difference during a medical emergency. Whether attending for the first time or as a refresher, visitors left with a better understanding of how they could help save a life while waiting for professional assistance to arrive.

Membership enables you to explore the website more deeply and to enjoy a reduced subscription for access to details from Jersey Archives. Quarterly Journals are published - the large volume of articles and other information can also be accessed on-line. Why not join this friendly local society? Help is offered to open a door to the past, to solve those mysteries, and put leaves on your family tree! Come to one of our meetings and find out more.

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Battle of Flowers by Sharon Ellis

It’s been over 7 months since the Committee sat down and chose “Tiki” as the theme for our 2026 entry.

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he float ‘Surf’s Up’ was on a much smaller scale than previous years due to us purchasing a more manageable chassis for the size team that we now have. Even though it was a smaller entry we still needed to make over 10,500 flowers, so over the last few months there have been many hours spent in the shed constructing, paper macheting, painting, flower-making and eventually sticking. With the last flower going on at 12.34am on Friday morning ‘Battle Day’, costumes handed out, lights on, music ready, dance learnt - we were ready to go! The Parades were in a new format again this year with a return to the Avenue but with a one-way parade along the seaside of the Avenue. The weather was perfect, although one- or two-degrees cooler would have been nice, the amount of people who turned up to watch both parades show that Battle is still very much alive on the Island. We were delighted to be awarded 2 prizes this year – the Prix d’Excellence du Papier and the Best 2D Paper Set Piece. However, we couldn’t do it alone. As always there are lots of people to thank in the background. To the Parish for their continued support. To the Parish honorary police officers for their assistance moving the float to the arena and home again. To our new Constable for driving

our tractor – we hope he enjoyed his debut with team St Saviour! To the dancers who give it their all on both parades (even with the heat), with very limited rehearsal time, and did us proud! To our lovely ladies in the Parish who very kindly made 1,000’s of flowers for us at home. To the flowerers who practically move into the shed and spend hours sticking rows and rows of flowers on! To the directors and staff at Brenwal who very kindly serviced and repaired our generator. To Dawn for her amazing quilling skills which won us the Best Set Piece. To James for his lighting and electrical skills. To Ruth who very kindly marshalled for us at both parades. However, the biggest thanks go to Tony for all of his hard work and the huge amount of time that he spends in the shed building the float – we couldn’t do it without you. And lastly to the Committee for giving up so much of their time for the Association throughout the year. We are now taking a couple of weeks break before we start thinking about the Christmas Parade (hopefully!) and Battle 2027 which is where you can help…… We would really, really like to be able to return to a larger entry for 2027 and to be able to do that we need to increase our team (especially our construction team) so if you have been inspired this year and would like to be involved in helping us then we would love to hear from you. We are hoping to hold some shed open days, some flower making and meet the team sessions over the winter months so please keep an eye on our Facebook page or drop us an email to stsavboff@gmail.com to be added to our mailing list. It would be especially great to hear from any families especially some younger members as they are the future of Battle and we really need to keep the tradition alive!

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Art in Full Colour

by Suzie Webb

For the second year running, the talented artists from Elizabeth Bisson’s art group have had the pleasure of exhibiting their work at the Jersey Arts Centre, where their paintings were displayed for two weeks in the downstairs area of Café Jac.

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recently met up with Elizabeth and several members of the group over coffee to admire their latest creations and hear about another successful year of painting. The display showcased a wonderful variety of subjects, styles and techniques, reflecting both the creativity and enthusiasm of the artists. Artwork on display at Café Jacs

Elizabeth Bisson (front left) with some members of her art class visiting the Art Centre to view their work on display.

Artwork on display at Café Jacs

Among the paintings was a beautifully written description by Elizabeth, which perfectly captures the spirit of the group: ‘Our art class at Victoria Cottages have enjoyed a lovely mix of watercolour subjects for over nine years. We admire soft sunlight on petals, also rotting wood covered in fungi; even rusty old gates may take our interest’. That appreciation of the beauty found in everyday objects is evident throughout the exhibition. From delicate flowers to textured landscapes and intriguing studies of nature, each painting tells its own story. The group has now been meeting for more than nine years and continues to thrive. Sessions take place every Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 12.30pm in the conservatory behind Victoria Cottage Homes on St Saviour’s Road. New members are always warmly welcomed, whether they are experienced artists or complete beginners looking to develop a new skill.

Artwork on display at Café Jacs

One particularly notable exhibit this year was by Sean Ward, aged just 13, the youngest artist represented in the exhibition. We hope to bring you more about Sean and his artistic journey in a future edition of La Cloche. If you are interested in learning more about these art classes, please see the Clubs and Associations section on page 44. Who knows? You may discover that a flower, a fungi-covered tree stump, or even a rusty old gate inspires the artist within you.

Largermouth Bass by Sean Ward aged 13

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Our Juniors explored the Queen’s Silver Jubilee (Crabbé) Activity Centre for a full weekend. Their highlights included: Free time in nature, climbing trees and playing hide and seek in the dark Homemade pizza Coasteering and crafts at Gréve de Lecq Evening dance party Breakfast in the sun with giant skipping

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Household recycling collection 2026 This guide explains how to use the St. Saviour household recycling collection. A collection planner is included so you know when your recycling will be collected. Every home in St. Saviour receives a recycling collection, in addition to the existing rubbish and glass collections. Recycling collections will be on the same day as your General Waste. All items to be placed in either Clear or Blue bag as per guidance, these are available from the Parish Hall.

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An Evening at Government House

Celebrating His Majesty’s Official Birthday by Suzie Webb

I joined around 500 fellow Islanders on Friday evening the 12 June for the King’s Levée at Government House - and what a memorable occasion it turned out to be.

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espite a decidedly chilly start, spirits remained high as we gathered on the lawns. Thankfully, the rain held off and, as if on cue, the wind eased just in time for the celebrations to

It had already been quite a day for the Island, with our new Government sworn in at the Royal Court earlier that morning. Many of the newly elected and re-elected politicians were in attendance, including our own Deputies Chris Leck, Robert Parker and Malcolm Ferey, and our new Connétable, Dave Curtis, adding to the sense that this was a truly significant day in Jersey’s calendar. A particularly special moment came when His Excellency announced this year’s Jersey recipients of The King’s Birthday Honours. Jayson Lee was awarded a CBE for services to the community, while Dr Fiona Nelson and Peter Le Marquand each received an MBE for their contributions to health, social care, and the voluntary sector. The applause that followed Cara Billot Millar and Jean Gavey with ladies from Le Fête Nouormande felt heartfelt and genuine - a

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shared pride in the achievements of people known to many in the crowd. Although not mentioned on the night, former parish resident Peter James was also recognised in this year’s list, receiving an OBE for his distinguished service. Peter has returned to live in the UK, but he remains warmly remembered by many in the parish and even made the front page of the 2023 spring edition of La Cloche – issue number 58. With the Normandy Market taking place in St Helier, there was an added splash of colour and charm – several visitors attended in traditional Normandy costumes, here for the weekend’s La Fête Nourormande, bringing a wonderfully nostalgic, almost storybook feel to the evening.

Deputy Robert Parker with Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham

From 6pm, the grounds were alive with music, movement and ceremony. The Les Quennevais School Steel Band set the tone as we arrived, their joyful rhythms drifting across the lawns and instantly lifting the mood. La Ronde Concert Band followed with familiar, stirring pieces - the sort you find yourself humming along to almost without realising. As the evening drew on, the Band of the Island of Jersey delivered a striking marching display, rounded off by the traditional Beating of the Retreat - always a crowd favourite and a fitting finale.

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Jayson Lee CBE with John Ttokkallos

Deputy Chris Leck and his wife Mary O’Keeffe

One of the standout moments had to be the 21 Gun Salute by the 1781 Jersey Militia. Watching their precise drill, in full historic uniform, was a powerful reminder of the Island’s long-standing traditions and loyalty to the Crown. And just when we thought we had seen it all, a delightful ‘surprise’ performance from members of Ballet dé Jèrri added a touch of elegance and grace - warmly received by everyone gathered. His Excellency Sir Jerry Kyd with ladies from Le Fête

Throughout the evening, there was a wonderfully sociable atmosphere. People mingled easily, catching up with friends, meeting new faces, and taking in the beautiful surroundings of Government House. Refreshments flowed with a choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and Jersey Dairy ice cream proved as popular as ever - not just with the younger guests, I might add!

Finale from the Ballet dé Jèrri

Deputy Malcolm Ferey and Beverley Ferey

Dress was smart, with many wearing medals that quietly spoke of service and dedication, adding an extra layer of meaning to the occasion. All in all, it was a joyful, well-attended evening - full of tradition, community spirit and a few welcome surprises along the way. A great deal of behind-the-scenes effort goes into making events like this happen, and it certainly showed. So, as always, a huge thank you to our Honorary Police and to all the volunteers that make events like this run smoothly.

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Pétanque Club Keeps Playing, Socialising and Looking Ahead by Lesley Norton

The pétanque club enjoyed a lively summer, even if the weather was occasionally a little too hot for play.

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e are always looking for new members aged eight and above. You do not need to be a Scout or have any musical experience, as tuition is provided by our instructors. Instruments available include drums, cymbals, bell lyres and trumpets. Uniforms, instruments and lessons are all provided for a small subscription each term.

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embers continued to meet regularly on Mondays and Thursdays, enjoying the club’s usual relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

The club is not only about competition. The social side is every bit as important, and members recently enjoyed the annual BBQ, which was once again a great success. On the playing side, the club continues to perform strongly in the league and is currently in fourth position. By the next issue, I hope to report the final placings. New members are always very welcome, whatever your level of experience. Whether you are an experienced player or simply curious to give pétanque a try, you can be sure of a warm welcome and plenty of encouragement from the group. Contact: Rob Birch 862127

The band regularly travels off-Island and hopes to attend the Guernsey Battle of Flowers in 2027. In previous years we have performed in Guernsey, on numerous occasions in France, twice at Disneyland Paris and once at Windsor Castle. Our band is all about teamwork and friendship. Here is what some of our members say: Arlo (8): “I really like it because I get to be part of a group and get better at playing the drums. I am really looking forward to my first real march.” Ocean (11): “We meet new people and play our instruments loudly.” Grace (13): “I got to learn a new instrument that you don’t normally get to learn.” Blake (11): “There is nothing I don’t like about being in the band.” Hope (14): “I love the camaraderie. It is good to perform in public and show off our skills.” Andrew, Lead Drummer: “Being part of a team is great. Many people use the skills they learn with the band on their CV for their first job.” We practise on Thursday evenings during term time from 6.30pm to 8.30 pm at the Kenneth Faucon Memorial Hall, Rue des Prés, St Saviour (opposite Waitrose). For more information, email mickmarett@gmail.com or call Mick on 07797 724998.

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and Stretching the Carpet by Paul du Feu

As always, the weather is a favourite topic of conversation for outdoor bowlers and 2026 is no different.

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part from a couple of incredibly heavy showers which flooded the green, it has been all about THE HEAT. As the only outdoor club with a carpet, St Saviour’s have had to set up an extreme weather policy to ensure the well-being of the members. The Club’s volunteer ‘green’s maintenance team’ have actually watered the carpet on some days! The maintenance and care of the carpet is obviously vital, and the Club welcomed back the company who laid the green to have the surface stretched. It was interesting to see them ‘nudge’ the carpet the whole length of the green and witness the gradual increase in the size of the wave of loose material which was then removed.

COMPETITIONS: HOME and AWAY The Club’s internal leagues and competitions have been very well received with very healthy entries. Mark le Cornu is looking after the Monday and Friday morning leagues, whilst Graeme le Monnier oversaw the Tuesday evening event. The FINALS of the Knockout events were held on the 12th and 13th of September – and will be reported upon in the winter edition of La Cloche. Taylor Greechan had a fantastic 10 days away from the heat and outdoor carpet as he competed in Glasgow as part of the Jersey team at the Commonwealth Games. Taylor played 5 games of indoor singles in a new format designed to make the game quicker and more media friendly. Taylor found himself facing a one-end shoot out in 3 of his games after sharing the 2 sets with the opposition; he came out victorious in one of those. Though losing his other two games 2-0, he was always in the matches and both he and the Club can feel proud of what he achieved.

LADIES and NEW MEMBERS The club’s 2025 membership drive saw nearly 20 people join and we were delighted that nearly half were LADIES! The Club has signed up quite a few new members this summer, but there are no LADIES joining to play the game. WE NEED NEW LADY BOWLERS and will keep reaching out for new faces to pop in. The GOOD NEWS is that those who joined in 2025 are progressing well and which is very encouraging.

ANYONE who would like to visit the Club, please call me on 07797733304.

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How did our parish magazine get the name La Cloche?

by Suzie Webb

For years, I assumed the answer was obvious. La Cloche means “The Bell”, there is a bell on the cover, and St Saviour is twinned with Villedieu-lesPoêles in Normandy, a town famous for metalwork and bell-making. Surely that was the link?

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recent Facebook post about the La Cloche name prompted me to look into the story a little further. I had always imagined there might be a connection with Normandy, but thanks to information shared by Cara, I discovered a more local explanation. The title was chosen by Tony Scott Warren, one of the original contributors, and referred to the bell in St Saviour’s Church. Parish members agreed it was a fitting name, especially as church bells were once used to call attention to news, services, and important events in parish life. That local link led to another interesting detail: the large memorial plaque to the La Cloche family inside the church, behind the choir stalls. So although the magazine was named after the church bell, the family name is also part of the wider parish story. The bell itself has its own character too. It has a large crack and apparently produces a rather unhappy sound. Tony Scott Warren even used the Jèrriais phrase “La Clioche Cratchi”, meaning “The Cracked Bell”. It would certainly have made a memorable magazine title. What began as a small question after seeing that Facebook post soon became a gentle journey through Parish history: a magazine, a church bell, a family memorial, a cracked bell, and even, by coincidence, the cloche hats of the 1920s, named for their bell shape. It is a lovely reminder that familiar parish names often have more than one connection behind them. From now on, when I hear La Cloche, I will think of Tony Scott Warren, the cracked church bell, the La Cloche family memorial, and the many small pieces of history that make St Saviour such an interesting place to call home.

St Paul’s Football Club

by Brendan Boyle

Season 2025/26 Concludes and Season 2026/27 Begins

Since the last update, season 2025/26 came to a conclusion with a highly successful end to the season across a number of teams.

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he First team travelled to Guernsey to compete in the final of The Jeremie Cup, a competition that involves teams from Guernsey in addition to the top four in the Jersey league from the previous season. It was a successful trip with a 3-1 victory over St Martins of Guernsey. This is the first season the Club has competed in the competition since winning it in season 2019/20. This adds to the success of the Reserves team winning their league title and the clean sweep of all trophies on offer won by the Under 18s and the Under 16s, with the Under 15s also winning their league title.

At the First team level, the new season is now underway with Charity Cup fixtures beginning on 1st August. This competition continues until mid-August with the new league campaign starting on 22nd August. The Reserves get their competitive season underway in the league on 25th August. The Junior teams have also begun preseason training in preparation for their seasons which kick off in early September. The Minis are taking a well-earned break over the summer after concluding their season in June and will restart in early September. The Club would like to extend a huge thank you to all sponsors who provide crucial financial and other support which allows the Club to offer football across all the age groups. These include the main Senior team’s sponsor Trinity Joinery, and Ogier, Trident Trust Company, Ashbe Construction, Ocorian, Masters Scaffolding, Smart Aid, Geomarine, Pentagon, Elevate, Channel Seaways and Access Scaffolding. The Club continues to be run by volunteers who provide the time and effort needed to operate a variety of tasks that allows the club to offer football to hundreds of children and adults. We continue to look for volunteers to help with any tasks of interest to individuals. If you are interested in getting involved please contact Brendan Boyle on 07797 754543.

SUPPLIED CONTENT

UPDATE www.gov.je/Leisure/Library

Mathieu Alexandre and the Arrival of Print in Jersey The introduction of printing to Jersey in 1784 was one of the most significant cultural developments in the Island’s history.

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t the centre of this story stands Mathieu Alexandre, whose brief but influential career as a printer produced Jersey’s first magazine, first newspaper, and first locally printed book, while also drawing him into one of the Island’s earliest controversies over press freedoms. Born in 1754 at Les Ormes, St Brelade, Alexandre lived during a period when the rapidly increasing volume of printed material was transforming political and cultural life throughout Europe and beyond. Newspapers, pamphlets, and journals became the principal means through which ideas of the Enlightenment circulated and shaped public opinion. While printing presses had proliferated across Britain, Jersey remained dependent on word of mouth for the dissemination of news and political information. Alexandre’s decision to establish a local press coincided with a turbulent period in Island politics. The long-running struggle between the supporters of Lieutenant-Bailiff Charles Lemprière and the reforming party led by Jean Dumaresq had created deep divisions. By the early 1780s, the reformist party, known as the Magots, recognised that a printing press could provide a powerful means of influencing opinion beyond the States Chamber. Backed financially by leading Magots, Alexandre travelled to England to learn the printing trade before returning to Jersey with a press and type. In October 1784 he produced Le Magasin de

The frontispiece of King David playing the harp from the Book of Psalms, which was printed in Jersey in 1786.

The frontispiece from the first edition of Le Magasin de l'Ile de Jersey, depicting an allegorical image of the spirit of printing presenting the printing press to an allegorical representation of Jersey.

The title page from the Liturgy, the first book to be printed in Jersey, published in 1785.

The title page from the first edition of Le Magasin de l'Ile de Jersey.

l’Île de Jersey, the Island’s first monthly magazine. Its frontispiece, designed by Jersey-born artist Philippe Jean, presented printing as an instrument of enlightenment and progress. Its contents, however, were unapologetically partisan, disseminating Magot political ideas. The publication’s downfall came in 1785 when Alexandre printed a satirical allegory describing the corruption of rulers of the fictional island of “Yeseri”. The piece was a thinly disguised attack on prominent Jersey figures whose identities were immediately recognisable. Criminal libel proceedings followed, initiated by Thomas Pipon and William Charles Lemprière. The legal battle dragged on for years, raising important questions about the limits of political criticism and MOBILE LIBRARY the role of juries in libel cases. Despite these difficulties, Alexandre’s press remained active. In 1785 he printed a French-language liturgy for use in the Anglican Church, the first book published in Jersey. This was followed a year later by a book of Psalms, which included the first music to be printed in the Island. Also in 1786, he launched the Gazette de l’Île de Jersey, generally regarded as Jersey’s first newspaper, which became an influential voice in local politics. It provided the reform movement with a platform to shape public debate. Alexandre’s direct involvement in printing appears to have ended by 1788. Thereafter he devoted himself to public duties and the management of a substantial family inheritance until his death in 1808. His significance, however, far exceeded the brevity of his printing career. Alexandre fundamentally altered the Jersey’s political and cultural landscape, laying the foundations for a publishing tradition that continues to this day.

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Parish of St Saviour

Charitable Grants by Suzie Webb

Each year, parishioners at the Parish Rates Assembly agree a sum of money to be set aside for charitable donations. Applications for grants are invited annually between 1 January and 31 March.

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s part of this year's grant awarding process, former Connétable Kevin Lewis, was pleased to meet representatives from a number of charitable organisations and community groups in St Saviour and across Jersey to present them with grants approved for 2025/2026. These grants help support the valuable work carried out by local organisations, benefiting parishioners and the wider community. A total of 13 grants, amounting to £30,500, were awarded and presented in May this year. Most of the recipients are featured here, and in future editions we will report on how the funding has been used to support their activities and projects.

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Clubs & Associations SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

Georgetown Methodist Church Coffee Morning with homemade cakes! Thursdays between 10am and noon in the hall of the chapel. A warm welcome is extended to all with proceeds going to local charities. Just turn up!

u3a in St Saviour (new groups added) Looking to meet

new people, share ideas, and enjoy some friendly activities? Our u3a groups in St Saviour are a great way to do just that. At The Old Rectory, you can join Book of the Month, Canasta, Chess, Scrabble and History, or come along to one of our engaging Talks. If films are more your thing, our Film of the Month group meet in the Langtry Gardens Community Centre. For more information, contact Steve Read: stevejread@icloud.com jersey.u3asite.uk

St Saviour’s Twinning Association promotes

educational, social and cultural exchanges with our twin town of Villedieu-les-Poeles in Normandy. For more information please contact the Parish Hall on 735864.

‘Crafty Coffee’ morning meets every Tuesday from 10am – 12pm in the Parish church to make greetings cards and other gifts, many of which are sold in aid of church funds. Just turn up and join in. St Saviour Whist Club!

It is with the deepest regret that we announce the closure of the St Saviour Whist Club. This marks a truly sad moment in our parish’s history, as the club first opened its doors during the Occupation in 1942 and has been part of our community for over eighty years. Generations of parishioners have enjoyed friendship, competition, and companionship around its tables, and its loss will be felt by many. A fuller Temps Passé article will appear in our winter edition, paying tribute to this much‑loved club and honouring the people who kept it going for so long.

SPORTS & ACTIVITIES

The Caesarean Tennis Club, Grands Vaux. The club has ten courts - two of which are permanently indoors under a synthetic ‘bubble’. The outdoor courts are free for all members. The club offers adult and junior sections and has a fantastic club house. All enquiries please to: 789321 Grainville Tennis Club (below cricket pitch & Grainville

School) offers a comprehensive range of tennis activities for all age groups throughout the week and at weekends. The club has a junior coaching programme, after school and holiday clubs and mini tennis. The adult league is sponsored by SASO Strategic Advisers. For more information contact head coach Rychlund Aldridge rychlund62@gmailcom or come along any Sunday morning from 10.30am. wwwgrainvilletennisclub.com

St Paul’s Football Club has progressed into one of the

most respected clubs in the Islands, offering football to both junior and senior players at their headquarters in Clos des Pauvres, Rue du Chateau Clairval. For more information email: President - Paul Sowney - paulsowney@hotmail.com Secretary - Brendan Boyle - brendan@indexventures.com

St Saviour Bowls Club

NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME

Please contact the club training coach with any questions you may have – Paul du Feu on 732441 or 07797 733304

St Saviour’s Pétanque Group meets at Grainville, near

the indoor bowling club, on Mondays and Thursdays at 9.45 for a 10am start of play. Just come along or contact Rob Birch on 862127.

Jersey Indoor Bowling Association offers coaching and has sessions at Grainville starting at 9.30am. They offer ‘Try 3 Times for Free’ and encourage everyone to have a go. This is an all-ability sport. Contact Alan Shaw on 768772 or 07797 852465 or email: jerseyindoorbowling@gmail.com St Saviour’s Battle of Flowers Association

volunteers of all ages always welcome to contribute their time to make the paper flowers and prepare the float in general. Le Quesne’s Nurseries sell second-hand books for only £1 each to raise funds. Please contact stsavbof@gmail.com or contact Sharon Ellis on 07797 827579.

St Saviour Netball Club The club is for girls aged 16 and over who want to play in the senior league. We have teams in Divisions 2 & 3 and play matches on Monday and Tuesday nights. For further details please contact the club secretary Lucy Fogarty lucy_fogarty91@hotmail.co.uk Walking Netball Ladies meet on Sunday mornings at

Langford Sports Centre 10am -11.30am followed by coffee and cake! To find out more please email: enquiries@netbal.je

Swimming Thinking of taking to the sea? Why not join

Mermaids & Mermen Having Fun, a friendly group of sea swimmers led by Sally Minty-Gravett. The group meets regularly, with swims arranged around the tides, and welcomes swimmers of all levels. For more information or to join in, contact Sally Minty-Gravett on 07797 713252 or Smintyg@icloud.com

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a martial art? Aikido is a Japanese martial art that incorporates development of the mind and body, and its unique essence is suitable for all ages (14+), genders, and abilities. We can be found in Studio 1, Oakfield Sports Centre three times a week. For more details visit www.aikidojersey.com or contact Róisín Pitman on 07797 713370 or roisin.pitman@hotmail.co.uk

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MUSIC, DANCING & YOGA

Flex&Flow Yoga with Rachel. This class is suitable for

everybody and focuses on building strength, particularly in the core. It uses a lot of Pilates influences throughout every class. You do not need prior experience of yoga, as the exercises are layered and so they will challenge as well as be accessible. Takes place in the Parish church. Friday: 4.15-5.25pm, Saturday: 9.30am -10.40. The cost is £20 for 5x classes or £5 for a one off . For more information please contact Rachel on 07896 803704.

Jersey Scout Band meets on a Thursday evening at the Kenneth Fauçon Memorial Hall, Rue des Pres, from 6.30pm – 8.30pm. No musical knowledge is required and we provide teaching, instruments & uniform free of charge. Please call Mick Marett on 874708 or email mickmarett@gmail.com or jerseyscoutband@org.je

The Feel Good Choir meets every other Wednesday 7-9pm

in the Parish Church. Contact Abby Brown for more information abby_brown01@icloud.co

St Saviour’s Parish Church Choir St Saviour’s Parish Church is blessed with an accomplished choir which enhances the Sunday morning worship and occasionally performs at concerts. Anyone with experience of singing choral music would be welcome to join. If you feel you’d like to sing in the church choir and live nearby, perhaps come along and see? The Choir usually practises before the main service on Sunday, which starts at 9:45am so rehearse from about 9am; the choir also rehearses on some Saturday afternoons and at other times by arrangement. For more information please contact Nic Turner at nicturner53@gmail.com

YOUTH CLUBS

Grands Vaux Youth Project opens every evening Monday

to Friday offering a broad range of activities. If you have any youngsters who are looking for new interests why not ring Kelsey Monet on kelseymonet@jys.je.

CADETS, CUBS, BROWNIES, SCOUTS, GIRL GUIDES

2nd Jersey (Grève d’Azette) Scout Group meet at

Kenneth Fauçon Memorial Hall, Rue des Prés (opposite Waitrose). Beavers (6-8 years) Tuesdays 6pm-7pm or Wednesdays 4.45pm 5.45pm; Cubs (8-11 years) Mondays 6.30pm-8pm or Wednesdays 6.30pm-8pm; Scouts (11-14 years) Friday 7pm-8.30pm. For more information contact Mick Marett on 874708 or email: mickmarett@ gmail.com. We are always on the lookout for adults who wish to help with a fun-packed programme.

3rd Jersey (St Saviour) Scout Group Scouting

welcomes male and female members. Meetings are held on Monday evenings in term time at St. Saviour’s Parish Church Beavers (6-8 years), 5.45pm 6.45pm; Cubs (8-10 years) 7pm-8.30pm; Scouts (10-14 years) 7pm-8pm; Young Leaders (14-18 years) to work in

any section. We are also looking for adult support, 18+ years old – no experience needed! Boys and girls, males and females welcome. Please contact Hayley Dewar, Group Scout Leader on 07797 739294 or email: 3rdjerseywelcome@scouts.org.je www.scouts.org.je

3rd East Rainbows for girls aged 5-7 meet at Maufant Youth Club on Thursdays from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Contact: Helen Barette: 3rdeastrainbowsjersey@gmai.com

7th Jersey (St Luke’s) Brownies (7-10 years) meet at St Luke’s Church Hall, La Route du Fort, Tuesday 6.15pm – 7.45pm contact: girlguidingatstlukesjersey@gmail.com 17th St Saviour Brownies for girls aged 7-10 meet at Maufant Youth Club on Thursdays from 5.30-6.45pm. Contact: stsaviourbrownies@gmail.com

17th St Saviour Guides Jersey (10 - 14 years) meet at

St Luke’s Church Hall, La Route du Fort, Tuesday 6.45pm – 8.30pm contact: girguidingatstlukesjersey@gmail.com

Jersey Sea and Royal Marine Cadets meet at TS Jersey, Rouge Bouillon, on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings. Ages from 10-18 can join. Please call 878252 or email: sccjersey@gmail.com

ART CLASSES Come and enjoy a friendly and creative morning at the Victoria Cottage Homes Art Club, meeting every Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm in the conservatory. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have painted before, you’ll be made very welcome.

Led by local artist Elizabeth Bisson, these relaxed watercolour sessions take inspiration from the theme ‘Reflections of Nature’. All materials are provided and refreshments – so all you need to bring is yourself. Each session is £5. There’s parking at Grainville School, and no booking is needed. Just come along, or for more information contact Elizabeth on 871046.

SUPPORT GROUPS

St Saviour’s Community Support Group. SSCSG -

aims to support parishioners in variety of ways - it also needs more volunteers, especially drivers, in order to expand. Please call Coordinator Colin Ireson on 07797 828660 (Mon-Fri daytime) for more information.

Need a new interest? The above clubs and associations would welcome new members or help with their projects To add information to this list please contact Suzie Webb, email suzie.webb@stsaviour.je

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Tchi temps, tchi temps! by Colin Ireson

Quand nous-est à êcouter ès convèrsâtions, i’ sembl’ye qu’ch’est tréjous lé temps ch’est jours d’aniet! Ch’est eune tradition Angliaise ach’teu, appathément, mais du temps passé? I’ faut d’mander ès vièrs gens, nos anchêtres!

What weather, what weather! When you are listening to conversations, it seems that it’s always the weather these days! It’s an English tradition now apparently, but what about from years ago? You need to ask older people, our ancestors! Tandis qu’j’sis à êcrithe, j’avons r’chut eune dgèrnissement dé l’Ieau d’Jèrri entouor nos tchuyaux d’arrôser, car ch’est bein probabl’ye qu’y etha eune dêcliathâtion d’eune s’crèche, ou sécrèche, sélon ta Pâraîsse! Y avait cèrtainement eune arsion, y en avait trais dreinement, et y etha eune aut’ au mitan du mais d’Août! J’avons ieu deux’ trais achies d’plyies mais y avait raîque eune dêtchèrque*, ou dêcliaitchie*, ou abat d’gieu* (combein d’difféthent mots!), mais pour dithe la véthité, nou-s-a b’soin d’eune brousse Êcossaise (comme nou dit tchiqufais en Angliais!) ou eune bouonne broussée, pour tremper la tèrre graduellement, ou l’ieau s’en va dispathaître dans l’s êgouts ou d’s innondâtions, sans aver donné d’dgieu pour les pliantes et les lèdgeunmes! Whilst I’m writing, we’ve had a warning from Jersey Water about our hosepipes, as it’s quite likely that there will be a declaration of a drought, two spellings, depending on your Parish! There’s certainly been excessive heat, we’ve had three heatwaves (no Jèrriais word for those!) recently and the fourth will be here in the middle of August! We’ve had a few showers, there was only one real downpour, (*so many different words for it!) but to tell the truth, we need some Scotch mist (as we say in English) or heavy drizzle, to soak the ground gradually, or else the water will just disappear into the drains or floods, without having watered our plants and vegetables! D’ailleurs, en Ûrope, Angliétèrre, Pays d’Galles et en Êcosse, y a des clios et montangnes à feu, avec eune pèrte d’la natuthe, d’s annimaux et des gens étout. Nou dit, bein seux, qu’ch’est eune sîngne des changements d’clyînmat. Nou dait s’mêfier! Elsewhere, in Europe, England, Wales and Scotland, there are fields and mountains on fire, with a loss of nature and wildlife, and some people. We are told that for sure, this is all a sign of a changing climate. We must take care! A weather rhyme in Jèrriais - it doesn’t work in English! Lé Bouan Dgieu envyie d'la plyie pouor les fil'yes dé Ste Mathie. The good Lord sends rain for the St Mary girls. Il envyie d'la né pouor les fil'yes dé La Trinneté, dé Bouanne Niet et d'Gouôrray; He sends snow for the girls from Trinity, Bonne Nuit and Gorey.

Photo: Marc Yates, La Société Jersiaise

D'la grile pouor les fil'yes dé Grouville et d'la Ville; some hail for the girls from Grouville and Town. Du vent pouor les fil'yes dé St Cliément; some wind for the girls from St Clement. Et même d'la bliâse pouor les fil'yes dé St Anastase. And even some mist or fog for the girls from St Anastase. Tant duthe lé temps, tant duthe la fête – Make hay…while the weather lasts, enjoy yourself!

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Paws for Blessings! by Suzie Webb

A beautiful service reminding us of the love our pets bring every day.

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he annual Blessing of the Pets Service took place on Sunday 9 August in glorious sunshine beside the historic Armoury, proving once again that St Saviour's parishioners are just as devoted to their furry family members as they are to each other. Around 30 people attended the service, which was early enough in the day to enjoy the fine weather before the heat became too much. There was a wonderful atmosphere of warmth, laughter and community throughout the morning, with some very well-behaved guests of honour taking centre stage. This year, every pet attending happened to be a dog. Not only that, but they were all impeccably behaved. Whether this was due to excellent training, the solemnity of the occasion, or simply divine intervention remains open to debate! One notable absentee was Angel, a beautiful black cat. Angel's owner, Faye, thoughtfully brought along a photograph instead, as Angel is now the grand age of 18 and understandably prefers the comforts of home to public appearances. Reverend Georgie Phillips led the service and invited owners to place a hand on their pets during a group blessing. Together, everyone offered a prayer of thanks for the joy, love and companionship our animal friends bring into our lives. It was a touching moment that reminded us how much richer our lives are because of the creatures entrusted to our care.

Mary with Benji

Angel

Dora

Dougal

Skye

Laya

As always, one of the most memorable parts of the service was the responsorial section. When the words "The earth is the Lord's" were read, the congregation responded enthusiastically, "and all the creatures who live in it." This was followed by "He made wagging tails, twitching noses and flapping wings," to which everyone joyfully replied, "and whiskers, fins and paws." It was impossible not to smile. After the blessing, parishioners moved into the church for refreshments, where stories of beloved pets were exchanged. Tales of canine adventures, feline independence and various acts of pet mischief proved, once again, that every animal has a personality and every owner has a story. We look forward to welcoming everyone, pets and people alike, again next year. Finally, my apologies that space has not allowed me to include all of the lovely photographs taken on the day and apologies to the owners of two particularly handsome dogs whose names escaped my memory.

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Charity Spotlight: Rotary de la Manche

by Suzie Webb

In early August, members of Rotary de la Manche enjoyed a fascinating visit to Clairval Farm in St Saviour. Our guide, Gaynor Marshall, shared the history of the family-run farm and impressed everyone by knowing the name of every cow and calf. That may not sound too difficult until you realise the herd is now approaching 100 animals!

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Rotary Shoebox Appeal 2026 It's shoebox time again!

by Suzie Webb

Every year, generous parishioners help bring a little joy to children in need through the Rotary de la Manche Shoebox Appeal. St Saviour has always been wonderfully supportive of this magnificent cause, and we're hoping to make this year's collection our best yet.

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am the Rotary de la Manche shoebox co-ordinator for St Saviour. If you would like to take part, I can provide an empty shoebox (£2 each) along with simple instructions on how to fill it. You can choose whether your box is for a boy or a girl, and select an age group: baby, 3-5, 7-9 or 10-14 years.

Rotary de la Manche members enjoying the visit

e learned that farming is never easy, and this year has been particularly challenging because of the prolonged hot weather. Clairval is one of only two organic dairy farms in Jersey and maintaining that status requires a rigorous annual inspection.

The famous Mr Wilson and Gaynor

The visit gave us a real appreciation of the dedication and hard work involved in producing organic milk while meeting demanding standards. Rotary is a worldwide organisation committed to service in the community and beyond. Members volunteer for local events, like the shoe boxes above, and enjoy social events too. New members are always welcome.

Once your shoebox is filled, simply leave it at the Parish Hall and I will arrange collection. And, as many of you know, I do enjoy a little friendly competition! Let's see if St Saviour can outdo the other parishes and fill more shoeboxes than anyone else this year. No pressure... but parish pride is at stake! To request a shoebox or find out more, please get in touch. Shoe Boxes will also be available at the MacMillan Coffee Morning on 25 September.

Some of the calves keeping cool

To find out more about Rotary de la Manche and its activities, visit our Facebook page: Rotary de la Manche or contact: russellturnerrotary@icloud.com

Together, we can make a real difference to a child's Christmas.

Suzie / 07797 748054 / suzie.webb@stsaviour.je

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St Martin Public Hall Saturday 14th November 10am-12pm

Throughout the year we will be offering free legal guidance at locations near you. All are welcome at each event no matter your parish. No need to register or book, simply show up on the day. enquiries@bcrlawllp.com | 760 860 | 12 Hill St | bcrlawllp.com

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Discover, Learn and Connect with the u3a

Two new groups added to The Old Rectory by Suzie Webb

If you’ve ever thought about learning something new, sharing a hobby or simply meeting likeminded people, u3a Jersey offers a warm welcome right here in St Saviour.

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ll groups mentioned here are held in The Old Rectory except for the Film Group which meets in the Langtry Gardens Community Room.

A new Scrabble Group has started at The Old Rectory, meeting weekly on Thursday afternoons at 2.30pm and a new History Group has also started, meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm. Whether you already have a passion for a particular period of history or simply enjoy discovering fascinating stories from the past, you’ll find plenty to enjoy. Through informal discussions, shared knowledge, reading and conversation, members will explore a wide range of subjects in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The new monthly History Group and weekly Scrabble Group joins the other established u3a groups meeting in the parish:

Book of the Month Monthly, 2nd Tuesday of the month, 2.30pm – 4pm

Canasta Weekly on Thursday mornings 10.00am Chess Bi-monthly, 2nd & 4th Friday mornings of the month

10am – 12pm Film Monthly, 2nd Tuesday afternoon of the month 2.30pm Scrabble Weekly, Thursday afternoons at 2.30pm Talks Bi-monthly, 2nd & 4th Friday afternoons of the month 2.30pm - 4pm These popular groups provide opportunities to learn, socialise and stay mentally active whilst enjoying the company of others.

October 9

Chess Group 10.00 am - 12.00pm Talks Group 2.30 - 4.00pm, Jersey’s Historic Environment

Records presented by Susan Freebrey 13 Book of the Month Group 2.30pm - 4pm 15 History Group 2.30pm - 4pm 23 Chess Group 10.00am - 12.00 pm Talks Group 2.30 - 4.00pm - Komodo Dragons presented by John Carlile 27 Film Group Langtry Gardens Community Room - I Confess (1953)

November

10 Book of the Month Group 2.30 - 3.30pm 13 Chess Group 10.00 am - 2.00pm Talks Group 2.30 - 4.00pm, Writing to the Future presented by Caro Bowes 19 History Group 2.30 pm - 4pm 24 Film Group Langtry Gardens Community Room - Green for Danger (1946), 2.30pm 27 Chess Group 10.00 am - 12.00 pm Talks Group 2.30 - 4.00 pm. My Life and Times presented by His Excellency Sir Jeremy Kyd KBE

December

8 Book of the Month Group 2.30 - 3.30 pm 11 Chess Group 10.00 am - 12.00 pm Talks Group 2.30 - 4.00 pm - Gerald Durrell presented by Catherine Kirby 15 Film Group Langtry Gardens Community Room. Calamity Jane (1953) 17 History Group 2.30pm - 4pm

Canasta Group meets weekly on Thursday mornings, 10.00–11.30am (too many dates to list) Scrabble Group meets weekly on Thursday afternoons, 2.30 pm – 4.30pm (too many dates to list) Interested in Joining? Membership of u3a Jersey is required to

attend the groups. With more than 30 active groups across the Island, u3a offers a wonderful variety of activities designed to stimulate the mind, encourage friendship and, above all, provide enjoyment. Annual membership is currently £18 per year.

Group Contacts Book of the Month Group

Convenor: Elspeth Lloyd / bethlloyd2013@gmail.com

Chess Group

Suzie Webb / 07797 748054 / suziewebb53@gmail. com

Canasta Group

Anne Pasturel / apasturel@live.co.uk

Film Group

Hamish Kean / 01534 720267

History Group

Mark Rabet and Chris Lewis / markrabet@icloud.com

Scrabble Group

Anne Pasturel / apasturel@live.co.uk

Talks Group

Tom Bunting / 01534 482822

Why not give something new a try this autumn? You may discover

a fascinating subject, develop a new interest or simply make a few new friends along the way. For full details about membership and all u3a Jersey activities, visit:

jersey.u3asite.uk.

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The Parish Church of St Saviour

A Tribute to

SPECIAL SERVICES

Christopher John Brough

4 OCTOBER

by Cara Billot Miller

Harvest Festival 9.45am

Chris Brough was a much loved and highly respected member of the congregation at St Saviour’s Church for many years. He was a Sunday School teacher, Assistant Verger, Server and Archivist.

18 OCTOBER

Trafalgar Service 9.45am

1 NOVEMBER

Remembering the Departed 5pm

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8 NOVEMBER

hris was born in Jersey on 20th March 1946. His parents lived in Le Caprice, Bagatelle Road, where Chris was brought up as an only child. When his father left the family sometime in the 1950s, Chris was brought up by his mother and grandmother. Sadly, Chris’ father was only 50 years old when he died. Chris’ grandfather, William Brough, arrived in Jersey in 1920 and opened a shop called Broughs Drapery at 60 King Street, St Helier. Chris’ maternal grandmother, Jane Moorman, arrived in Jersey in 1930 when she opened a grocery shop in Union Street. As a result, William’s son John met Jane’s daughter Joyce and they were married in 1939. In September 1939, war The late Christopher John Brough was declared and John left Jersey to join the armed services. Fortunately, after the war, John was demobbed and he returned to Jersey to live with Joyce and start a family. Chris won a scholarship to attend Victoria College where he excelled academically and belonged to Bruce House. Later he studied for a degree in English, followed by gaining his master’s degree. He obtained a permanent job at the Gas Company, and on his retirement, he took up a role teaching English to foreign students at St Brelade’s College for several years. Chris had several outside interests, when not studying or teaching or writing. Chris enjoyed sports cars and he owned two MGs, a yellow Midget and a pillar box red MGF in 1986. He used to own and play a Bluthner (Leipzig) iron frame piano, which was a most treasured possession. An old school friend of Chris’ recounted many tales of amusement from Victoria College days, and of parties at Le Caprice. Chris was a regular attendee of Victoria College Old Boys Association functions in London and Jersey. My grateful thanks to Sally Pringle, Chris’ cousin, and Reverend Beverley Sproats for their assistance with writing this tribute to Chris Brough. He will be remembered with great fondness and respect.

Remembrance Sunday 10.00am

22 NOVEMBER

St Saviour's Patronal Festival Christ the King Sunday 9.45am

29 NOVEMBER

Advent Sunday and the beginning of the new liturgical year 9.45am

General Enquiries:

Doreen Le Roy, Church Warden 875177 / doleroy@hotmail.com

Safeguarding Officers Pam Aubert

07700 716664 / safeguarding@stsaviourschurch.org.je

Anne Robertson 07797 745418 / safeguarding@stsaviourschurch.org.je

Betty Heaven Still Projecting Star Quality at 96

by Jean Hall

One of our parishioners, Betty Heaven, born on 22 July 1930, celebrated her 96th birthday last month.

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etty was well known across the Island for becoming the only female projectionist in Jersey at the age of 16, starting at The Forum cinema before later moving to the UK to gain more experience. She returned to Jersey and The Forum, where she met her late husband, Roy; the couple moved to Bagatelle Lane in 1969 and were married for 55 years. Prior to going on air in 1962, Betty helped in the film library, making up standby films to cover any loss of incoming signal from the UK. She also trained and worked at Channel TV before returning to The Forum and the New Era, where she worked alongside colleague Kevin Lewis, our former Connètable. Kevin first met Betty 50 years ago when he was chief projectionist at The Forum. He remembers her as having worked there during the Occupation and later returning on a part-time basis, continuing her long association with the cinema until The Forum closed in 1980.

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Parish Picnic in the Park

Catholic Church

We were blessed once again by fine weather for our second Catholic Parish Mass and Picnic in the Park. The location was a marquee holding 300 people in the beautiful grounds of Coronation Park at Millbrook.

There was sadness in Jersey's Catholic community recently as St Patrick's Church held its final Mass before closure.

NEWS

by Mike Haden

by Pat Guegan

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he concept was to provide an opportunity for the various parts of the Parish to come together for Mass in a relaxed and informal setting, followed by a shared meal with friends and family, some musical entertainment and children’s games. The diversity in our Parish was evident in the delicious food spread out on the various tables around the marquee including Portuguese, Polish, Indian, Filipino and African. One suggestion for the future is for all the food to be placed on a long table like a buffet for all to try the different varieties. A number took up our suggestion and wore distinctive, colourful clothes reflecting their national origins. Three groups provided the entertainment after lunch. The Lewis brothers sang together for the first time for many years. The Filipino choir gave a polished performance reflecting their regular practices, while our African choir made their first public appearance - we are looking forward to more outings please! Claire and her team kept the children amused with traditional games such as sack races. Given the intense heat of the afternoon, we’ll bring along a gazebo for some shade next time. We thought of providing transport to the venue but that was unnecessary as nobody asked for it.

St Parick Church 1949 – 2026

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ollowing consultation with the Catholic Parish in Jersey and the Diocese of Portsmouth, it was decided that St Patrick’s Church and the Church of St Mary and St Peter would close. Lack of Priests and the high cost of maintaining 7 churches in the Island were the reasons given for the decisions.

Many thanks to those who made this event possible – to Parks and Gardens for free use of the park, to the donor who covered the cost of the marquee, to Besco Laundry for the heavy discount on table cloths, to Marta for the table decorations, to Sarah for the quiz, to the Knights of St Columba for the cost of printing ‘Save the Date’ leaflets and the Parish Council for organising. One comment maybe sums up the day: ‘My family, who were visiting, were so impressed. They said they had never experienced anything so beautiful at home. Open air Mass is not something they have been fortunate to experience in the UK or Scotland – with a seafront and view!

The Polish Priest will relocate from the Presbytery at St Mary and St Peter to the Presbytery at the Church of Our Lady and the Martyrs of Japan in St Martin, as will the Sunday Morning Polish Mass. If space permits, we hope to give a short history of the churches in future editions.

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When the Rates Man Pulled Out All the Stops! by Suzie Webb

On Sunday 26 July, St Saviour’s Parish Church found itself facing something of a musical challenge.

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ith the choir away at the Methodist Church for the farewell service of Reverend Dawn Saunders, and no regular organist available, it looked as though the congregation might have to sing with rather less support than usual. Fortunately, help was at hand. Daniel Avrill, who is better known to many parishioners for overseeing the rates from his office at the Parish Hall, stepped up to the organ bench. It was not the first time Daniel had come to the rescue, and once again he showed that his talents extend well beyond parish administration.

Love, Marriage

and a Return Engagement

by Suzie Webb

On Friday 14th August, St Saviour's Parish Church was delighted to welcome back Reverend Martin Evans for a very special occasion.

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eturning to the Island from the UK, Martin came to officiate at the wedding of two much-loved members of our church choir, Nikki and Stephen, who got engaged at Martin’s installation service as Canon of St George’s Chapel, Windsor! It was a joyful and memorable day for the happy couple, their families, friends, and fellow parishioners. Martin's return made the occasion even more special, bringing back many happy memories for those who remember his ministry in the parish.

Daniel Avrill

Daniel first began learning the keyboard in 1996 before progressing to the electric organ. His early playing at St Saviour’s Church came under Reverend Anthony Swindell and later Reverend Peter Dyson, giving him a strong connection with the parish church long before many people knew him through his work at the Parish Hall. He went on to become Music Director at All Saints Church for several years, and since then has played for many churches across the Island, including St Thomas’, St Matthieu, Sacred Heart, St Patrick’s, St Lawrence, St Ouen and St George’s. His links with St Saviour go back many years. Daniel has worked for the Parish for 15 years, but even before that he was involved through the Honorary Police and the Battle of Flowers. During those years he was also playing at the church, quietly offering his time and music whenever it was needed. So, when the organ bench needed filling on 26 July, Daniel was a familiar and reassuring presence. Thanks to his willingness to step in, the service had the musical backing it needed and the congregation could sing with confidence. It was a lovely reminder that parish life often depends on people who are willing to turn their hand to more than one role. In Daniel’s case, whether dealing with rates or pulling out the stops on the organ, he continues to serve St Saviour with good humour, reliability and a generous spirit.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Nikki and Stephen and wish them every happiness for their future together.

Mr and Mrs Kemp

Goodbye from St Saviour’s Parish Church by Cara Billot Miller

The Reverend Dr Dawn Saunders recently retired from The Methodist Church Channel Islands District based at Georgetown Methodist Church.

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he Farewell Service was held at Georgetown Methodist Church on Sunday 19th July at 3pm, led by Reverend Peter Goodhall. The Service was attended by the Bailiff, Mr Robert MacRae, Chief of Police Robin Smith, and other island dignitaries and Methodist Church Officers. The Church was full of family, friends, supporters and regular members of the congregation. Aaron le Maistre played the piano beautifully with pieces by Liszt and the well-known adagio from Spartacus. A lovely service which lasted an hour and three quarters with a reception for tea and cake afterwards. Many people were queueing with their phones for last minute photographs. Dawn was highly respected and she will be sorely missed in the Methodist circles in Jersey. A popular person who supported many charities, including the Sea Cadets where she often made an appearance at the Unit in Rouge Bouillon. The congregation at St Saviour’s Church was often invited to attend at Georgetown Methodist Church for various services throughout the year. The St Saviour Church family and friends wish Rev Dawn all the very best in her new role in Huddersfield. Jean Hall, Rev Sunders, Beverley Ferey & Cara Billot Miller

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by Rowland Heaven

“The harvest now is over, the summer sun is gone!” - the opening lines of the oratorio Elijah, recently performed by the Jersey Festival Choir. We hope the sun has just cooled down a little rather than gone!

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eorgetown Methodist Church recently bade farewell to Rev Dr Dawn Saunders, who transferred to a mission in West Yorkshire. She served for 6 years as Minister to Georgetown, Jersey Methodist Circuit Superintendent and CI District Chair and, shortly before leaving Jersey, she was awarded her Doctorate on ministerial wellbeing. We look forward to seeing her when she returns to the Island to see her 2 young grandsons. The Minister with pastoral charge will be Rev Peter Goodhall, whilst day to day pastoral care will be undertaken by Helen Higginson, lay pastor. Our Church building has undergone a summer transformation. Decorators have been refreshing the east and north walls using the same heritage colours as the front of the building, aided by a generous financial gift from the Parish. Despite the extensive scaffolding required for the highest sections, the congregation managed well in the reduced parking space for Sunday mornings, midweek activities and concerts. Notwithstanding the intense summer heat and conflicting World Cup fixtures, the Church successfully hosted eight superb, well-supported concerts to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Audiences showed immense generosity through retiring collections, which directly benefitted the John Lobb Memorial Trust, Sanctuary House and the Church’s ongoing mission. To thank the performers, the Church commissioned Grouville resident Brenda Gill to create unique fused-glass coasters, which were paired with custom cards designed by local photographer and Church member Sheila Birch. This special concert season will officially conclude with a concert on Thursday 8 October, 7.30pm, featuring the Parish Church choir, organist Nic Turner and vocal soloists Simone Garton and Hilton Packies. Looking forward, the community will gather to commemorate Remembrance alongside the Parish Church - as the calendar turns toward Christmas.

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On Familiar Turf Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham says meeting Islanders is what makes his job amazing. He chats to Andy Sibcy about community, parishes and pier jumping.

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n his election manifesto, Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham highlighted the importance of supporting Islanders at every stage of their lives to build a strong and balanced community. He wasn’t the only candidate to put community at the heart of his pitch in June. Whatever the political hue, enabling the young, families and older Islanders to live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives must be government’s greatest goal. But even if that was a given, it doesn’t necessarily follow that the sum of those parts would be a connected community. Sewing the strands together requires something else. Senator Farnham suggests that much of it happens organically, through the interwoven networks of sport, family, volunteering, charities, community groups and other

organisations that bring people together and are so strong in Jersey, the things that hyperlocal parish magazines showcase and celebrate. Community is also fostered, he adds, by a very special and distinct set of Jersey institutions – the 12 parishes. Whether around the Council of Ministers table or out and about across the Island, the Chief Minister’s political success is founded, at least in part, on his energy for engaging with people with different backgrounds and perspectives to find common ground. It’s the same energy which builds community, a valuing of the many different contributions people make. It couldn’t really be any other way. There’s no insulating Westminster bubble or long train ride back to your constituency. As soon as you walk out of the States building, you’re in the thick of it – accessible to the people you represent who won’t wait until the next election to hold you accountable. “In my role as a States Member and Chief Minister, I am always surrounded by people, working with people, socialising with people. I meet hundreds of people every month and that's what makes my job so exciting and different,” he says. “Whether I’m walking the dog in the morning or attending meetings, I am constantly in contact with Jersey’s diverse community.” Currently chair of Age Concern Jersey, he is a long-time champion of the Battle of Flowers (a former chairman and president of the BoF Association), a sports fan who has competed as a triathlete and played football for St Helier

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panel assessing the current parish system chaired by nowSenator Helen Miles published its findings. While the parishes remained vital to the health and identity of the Island, it found, they needed some modernisation. It also concluded, among other things and in some quarters, that their relationship with central government relied too heavily on informal goodwill rather than formalised frameworks, there needed to be greater transparency and more consistency in matters such as the issuing of firearms licences. The new president of the Constables Committee and father of the parish in St John, Andy Jehan, is a reformer who wants to see the review panel's recommendations adopted. He has warned that a failure to act will render parishes irrelevant, precipitating an existential crisis. and St Paul’s, jogger, pier jumper and a proud father and grandfather. All these touch points with people of very different experiences of Jersey, he says, help him better understand the community he leads. “I'm also a big supporter of the parish system,” he adds. But just what those ancient institutions should look like, how they fit into a 21st century island, is currently an issue of intense debate. Shortly before the election, a review

Quick Fire

What sort of Islander are you? Sea swim or spa day? “Definitely sea swim.” Bacon roll or lobster lunch? “A bacon roll in St Ouen’s Bay.” Sunrise or sunset? “Sunrise. I’m an early starter.” Crocs or Birkenstocks? “Definitely Birkenstocks.” 20 miles per hour - too fast or too slow? “It depends. You should drive at a speed that is safe for the road. I think we’ve got it about right.” Favourite place to walk the dog? “I'm going to say St Ouen's Bay.” Favourite beach? St Ouen’s. Sands Slip.” Favourite place for a jog? “Val de la Mare reservoir, two laps. Sometimes, if I'm feeling fit, three, but more often than not, since I've been Chief Minister, just one.” Favourite parish? “Do you know what, I haven't got one. Honestly, I don't have a favourite parish. My favourite parish is Jersey.”

Senator Farnham is a little less stark in his assessment, but broadly echoes the same sentiments. “I think the parish system works pretty well,” he says. “When I gave evidence to the panel, my view was that it might need a bit of fine tuning, but we don't want to change it too much. I think it’s a case of sensible evolution rather than wholesale change. We don't want to change the character of our unique parish system. We can allow it to evolve, keeping our values, in a way that the parishes themselves support.”

Our Island Survey Providing a snapshot of the Island and our 12 ancient parishes today. The results so far: • Condition of the roads and protection of the environment the most important parish issues • 78% of respondents say the parish system is very important or quite important • 66% say their parish community is strong or quite strong • 65% say parishes have an important part to play in the Island’s future

But what do you think? We’re asking readers to answer a few questions about Island and parish issues. It’ll take no more than around five minutes. You can use the QR code to access the survey. The code will also be published on LinkedIn and Facebook on the Our Island Jersey pages. Please follow us and share the link so that we can reach as many people as possible.

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À Bétôt? Coming soon to a Parish Hall near you! Following the recent success of the première of À Bétôt? (Goodbye?) – a documentary about the Jèrriais language – the film will now be screened at parish halls across Jersey during the autumn. Co-directed by local filmmakers Annigna and Tom Kennedy of Little River Pictures and produced by Ben Spink of L’Office du Jèrriais, the film received a standing ovation and the Audience Award at a sold-out Jersey Arts Centre as part of the 13th Parish Film Festival earlier this year. Ben said, “We could not have hoped for a better première. The purpose of making this film was for as many local people as possible to see it, and hopefully be inspired by it, so selling out the Arts Centre and receiving the award was a dream come true. We are very excited to take the film on tour now and show it to many more Islanders.”

Kit Ashton and the Badlebeques performing at the Corn Riots

The screenings are free of charge and will take place on the following dates: Tuesday 6th October Thursday 8th October Friday 9th October Tuesday 13th October Thursday 15th October Tuesday 20th October Thursday 22nd October

St Ouen’s Parish Hall Grouville Parish Hall St Mary’s Parish Hall St Brelade’s Parish Hall St Martin’s Public Hall St Clement’s Parish Hall St Saviour’s Parish Hall

All screenings will start at 6pm and the film is 1 hour 40 minutes.

À bétôt! See you soon! For further information, please contact L’Office du Jèrriais at info@jerriais.org.je.

Jèrriais native speaker, the late Mr Don Dolbel, features in the film

‘À Bétôt?’ is a film about the people who spoke and still speak Jèrriais, our ancient Norman language. Passed down through the generations, it carries the Island’s history, culture and identity, yet in recent years it has come perilously close to being lost. At the same time, a growing movement is working to revitalise the language - driven by people who care passionately about the importance of Jèrriais as a vital part of Jersey’s heritage, its future and its inclusive identity. Ultimately, this film is a call to action. A rallying cry to a new generation of enthusiasts, learners, and speakers to take up the challenge and ensure this precious language can thrive once again. The co-directors and producer will be in attendance for a Q&A session after each screening. The film is dual language in Jèrriais and English, and there are English subtitles for those who don’t understand Jèrriais (yet).

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The Jersey Norman Story Following the opening of the Bayeux Tapestry in London recently to sellout numbers of visitors, the local publication, “The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans” by Jean Treleven and Geraint Jennings has, due to popular appeal, gone into a second edition.

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uthor Jean Treleven said: “It is wonderful to see the growing interest in both our Norman story and our Jerriais language. I look forward to the publication of a French – Norman version in the near future and sharing this with our Norman neighbours and French speaking visitors to Jersey.” Meanwhile Jean and Geraint are presenting the story to a capacity audience at the Jersey Festival of Words.

The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans The publication explains the background to Jersey’s Norman links along with evidence of Norman heritage that is retained in the island today. “When the Normandy Region made the decision to celebrate 1,000 years of Norman heritage for the Millennium of the birth of William the Conqueror, Jersey just had to be involved as our loyalty to the Dukes of Normandy stretched from 933 to 1259, continued with the Kings of England and elements of that strong Norman heritage have continued to the present day. “It is bilingual, in both Jèrriais and English, a testament to the strong link with Jersey’s Norman past represented by the Island’s Norman language. It gives students and others the opportunity to discover some of the rich heritage contained within that language as well as discover the Norman story,” said the author.

‘The Jersey Norman Story 1,000 years/ L’Histouaithe Nouormande dé Jèrri 1,000 ans,’ Price £9.95 is currently available from:

• The Maison de la Normandie et de la Manche • The Société Jersiaise bookshop • The Museum Bookshop • The Harbour Gallery.

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at Charlie Farley’s Nursery

What’s the best thing to do when the weather is so hot - why not make ice cream? When some of the older children showed an interest while passing an ice-cream shop (not surprisingly), the nursery decided to have an ice cream day. Home-made ice cream - using real ice cream of course – was soon available at Charlie Farley’s own ice cream shop. Meanwhile. The nursery has been growing sunflowers. The children have been watering them every day and have been exploring sun flowers in the mud kitchen to make sunflower soups. Visits to sunflower fields followed and once the nursery’s sunflowers were ready the children used the stems to measure and create art work.

Jack Falle Community Centre, Gordon Le Breton Close, Plat Douet Road, St Saviour, JE2 7PY

This Girl Can by Samantha de Gruchy

Women’s and girls’ rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in recent years. With 2.7 million players globally, women and girls now make up 25% of the rugby playing population. Many put this down to the hugely successful Women’s World Cup held in England in 2025, which England won.

We’ve got second generation players, university representatives, county players and an England U20 player, as well as those who just want to have fun, run about, find their inner strength, build their skills and make life-long friends. It’s these skills and friendships that keep girls getting up on rainy Sunday mornings to come to training and travel to play rugby. Now is the perfect time to give rugby a go, if it’s been an age since you threw a rugby ball around, or if you’ve never touched a rugby ball in your life, it doesn’t matter! If you are in school Years 7-13, we’d love to see you at our Girls Rugby Open Day on Sunday 11th October 2026 at 10.30am at St Peter’s Rugby Club or head to www.jerseyrfc.rfu.club, make an enquiry and they’ll point you in the right direction. It’s not just players, the club has women as coaches, trainers, physios, committee members and volunteers - if you want to make a difference and join a community, the rugby family is a tough one to beat. We hope to see you there!

photos: PoppWphotography

And Jersey is no different - 20 years ago a group of young women said, “We want to play rugby” and, since their first training session 20 years ago this November, they have! The Jersey Women’s and Girls’ game has gone from strength to strength. Those original women are still part of the rugby family as coaches and managers, while new talent is part of the ever-growing Women’s team at Jersey Rugby Club who play in a UK league, Jersey Touch Rugby who competed at the European cup this summer, the newly formed walking rugby team and, most importantly, the Jersey Girls Rugby Squad who are part of the Minis and Juniors section.

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PARISH Information OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 8:45 to 15:45

CONNÉTABLE Dave Curtis 07797 742414 Connetable@stsaviour.je

Parish Hall, St Saviour’s Hill, St Saviour JE2 7LF

PARISH SECRETARY Marco Vieira parishhall@stsaviour.je

01534 735864

parishhall@stsaviour.je

DEPUTIES Louise Doublet 07797 766784 L.Doublet@gov.je

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Malcolm Ferey 07797 847498 M.Ferey2@gov.je

TUESDAYS Maufant Youth Club

15:45 to 16:30

Chris Leck 07797 730523 c.leck@gov.je

WEDNESDAY Langtry Gardens

9:30 to 11:00

Robert Parker 07797 774177

R.Parker5@gove.je

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A community magazine published for the Parish by MediaMasters THE EDITOR E: Suzie.Webb@stsaviour.je ADVERTISING Martyn Farley T: 07797 743 191 / E: martyn@farley.je ACCOUNTS Helen Le Marquand E: helenlm@mediamasters.je Copyright © MediaMasters The entire content of this publication is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. No part of this journal may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior written consent of the copyright owner. Disclaimer While MediaMasters and contributors to La Cloche have provided the information contained in it in good faith, they accept no responsibility, financial or otherwise, for any action taken by any other party as a result of the information so provided. Independent and appropriate advice should always be sought on such matters. The views expressed within this newsletter are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the publisher. The Editor accepts no responsibility for errors or omissions that may occur.

EDITORIAL DEADLINE

for the La Cloche Autumn issue

Friday 2nd October 2026.

La Cloche is a community parish publication by MediaMasters and is printed on FSC certified paper using vegetable-based inks by an ISO 14001 accredited printer.

Autumn 2026 P71

Renault E-Tech Electric Range place car image within magenta box

Visit www.bagot.je or call 815120 to book a 24-hour test drive experience

Bagot Road Garage

find out more about Renault 5 E-Tech electric

Bagot Road, St. Saviour Tel 01534 815120 www.bagot.je

DEREK WARWICK HONDA

THE COMPLETE MOTORING PACKAGE Explore a range of fantastic Honda self-charging hybrids with up to 700 miles per tank! A huge selection of quality used cars and vans with a minimum 2 year warranty!

PLUS Affordable servicing and maintenance for all makes.

Or let us source your dream car, new or used we’ll find it.

We also specialise in Suzuki Jimny’s

01534 707200

www.derekwarwick.com

Longueville Road St Saviour