Seymour Tower - Intertidal Walk

Seymour Tower

Situated roughly to the south of the slip, Seymour Tower stands like a sentinel above the rocky terrain which surrounds it, within the RAMSAR Site, which is an internationally recognised and protected wetland, extending along the south east coast from La Collette in the west to Gorey in the east of the island of Jersey.

Accessible on foot at most low tides, it is not a place to be caught out by the rising tide. Due to the topography of the area, the rising sea can easily encircle the inexperienced or unwary walker or low water fisherman, and strong tidal currents can make this area treacherous. Every year people are rescued after finding themselves cut-off.

What to expect

This guided walk will take you out to the tower along the seabed, through shallow pools and tidal streams, passing over gravel banks and shingle as we follow the tide out. Weather permitting we will stop at the tower, to explore or enjoy a snack or light refreshment if you have them.

Admire the vistas from the raised platform, across the spectacular expanse of rocky seabed and northwest towards Noirmont Point to northeast to St Catherine's Breakwater, across the oyster beds and mussel poles in Grouville Bay. If the weather is clear, the arrays of wind turbines can be seen along the French coast.

Change your perspective of the beach, and discover some of the superbly adapted organisms that thrive in the area, despite being left behind by the tide.