Green Island Beach

Green Island Beach - Jersey
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Located on the southernmost point of Jersey, Green Island sits at the end of a two mile stretch of white sandy beach. This is one of the most popular beaches on the island, both with locals and with visitors, meaning it is complete with amenities such as ample parking and a restaurant and cafe. The sheltered beach also benefits from its south facing location, making it a sunbathers paradise.

Green Island gets its name from the grassy islet that sits just off the beach’s coastline. Although usually surrounded by water, the landmass can easily be reached at low tide. Early bronze age graves have been found on the islet as well as other signs of civilization. Even though the grassy mound is wonderful to explore, be sure to note the signs and get back to the mainland before the tide comes in, or you could get trapped in the swift moving waters of the incoming tide.

The rock pools, gullies and crystalline clear waters of Green Island are also a major draw for visitors, offering a whole world of underwater life to explore. At low tide, several miles of reefs are exposed, giving visitors an intimate glimpse into the life of the creatures who live just below the water’s surface.

Type of beach

Sandy

Lifeguard service

No

Dogs friendly beach?

Dogs allowed

Dogs are permitted at all times but must be kept on leads from 10:30am to 6pm from May 1st to September 30th.

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Activities

  • Diving & snorkelling
  • Good fishing
  • Swimming/bathing

Facilities

  • Cafe/restaurant
  • Toilets
  • Disabled facilities
  • First aid point
  • Pub nearby
  • Slipway

Nearest town

St Helier

OS grid ref.

Parking

Free carparking is available for up to 20 cars. including disabled spaces.

Water quality

Water quality star rating

Awards

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

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Green Island Beach Reviews

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Theresa
Aug 15th 2021

Lovely sandy beach and easy access with lots of stairs and a slipway. Green island itself is very nice and easy to climb to the top on a low tide!

great beach for recreational use

Mar 29th 2020

as i said this beach is good for beach games as well as swimming because of its low amount of visitors