Hamptonne Country Life Museum, museum in Saint Lawrence, Jersey
Hamptonne Country Life Museum is a local museum in Saint Lawrence that documents rural life on Guernsey. It features traditional buildings, workshops, and exhibits that reconstruct the everyday lives of past generations.
The museum was established to preserve and display Guernsey's rural past. It focuses on the agricultural and craft traditions that shaped life on the island for centuries.
The site is laid out as an open-air museum, so wear weather-appropriate clothing for your visit. The pathways connect different historic buildings together, making it easy to walk through the grounds at your own pace.
The museum preserves old gardens and growing methods that show how islanders once grew their food. These gardens remain active today and offer insights into traditional farming practices.
Location: Saint Lawrence
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: La Rue de la Patente
Website: https://jerseyheritage.org/visit/places-to-visit/hamptonne-country-life-museum
GPS coordinates: 49.22429,-2.13578
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:05
Jersey is a Channel Island with a history spanning from the Neolithic period to World War II. Visitors can explore Mont Orgueil Castle in Grouville, a fortress from the 13th century that overlooks Gorey, or Elizabeth Castle, a 16th-century fort reached by a causeway covered at high tide. The War Tunnels form an underground network from World War II that shows the period of German occupation. La Hougue Bie contains a burial site from the Neolithic period topped with two medieval chapels. The island also offers natural spaces like Saint-Brelade Beach and Plemont Bay with sand and water for relaxation. The Jersey Museum and Maritime Museum in St. Helier tell stories of seafaring and history. For nature lovers, the Jersey Zoo spreads across 13 hectares with animals from around the world. Visitors can also sample local products at La Mare Wine Estate for wine tasting or visit the Anglo-Normandian Islands Distillery. Together, these places show Jersey's story from its earliest people to the maritime activities that have shaped the island. Whether you seek medieval castles, museums, or nature, Jersey has something to discover.
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