Jersey’s historical buildings were at risk of being demolished in order to make way for undesirable and insensitive building developments.  In a desperate attempt to address this problem, a small number of concerned islanders met to discuss how best to preserve the Island’s profound heritage and beauty. The outcome of this meeting was the establishment of the National Trust for Jersey.

Whilst the Trust’s historic building work is well known, the majority of Trust sites are parcels of land managed for wildlife. The Trust currently manages approximately 2.7% of Jersey’s land which forms an integral part of the island’s natural environment and encompasses a rich variety of habitats including woodland, farmland, heathland, meadows, and wetland. The Trust is also regularly involved in contributing to important debates over the future of Jersey’s environment, and campaigns where necessary.

In addition to its land and building management responsibilities, the Trust also plays a leading role in educating the local community on the importance of preserving our natural and built heritage. This is achieved by actively encouraging people to visit and enjoy sites of natural and historical significance. The Trust organises numerous of events and educational activities throughout the year, including Open Day’s and guided walks, and also runs a series of events aimed at children throughout the school holidays.