Jersey is a major destination for sports events, drawing sport fans and competitors to high profile events all year round. Whether you visit Jersey for its cycling and boat races in the spring or the Jersey Marathon in the autumn, the island has much to offer visitors, who can take in Jersey's unique sporting, cultural and culinary offerings amidst picturesque surroundings.
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Tour de Bretagne, April 2010The Tour de Bretagne will be in its 44th year when its cyclists hit island roads in April next year. Over a hundred professional riders with teams competing from all over the world including members of the British National cycle team. Escorted by the President of France's Garde Republicaine motorcyclecade - the event should prove to be an exciting sporting spectacle. The race will start from Gorey Village, about 10-15 minutes drive from the hotel. |
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Jersey Boat Show, May 2010The Jersey Boat Show may only be two years old but it's already firmly established as a major event on the British boating calendar, attracting thousands of visitors. The Jersey Boat Show gets the boating season off to a great start. The 3-day show takes place right in the maritime heart of St. Helier only a couple of minutes walk away from the hotel. Featuring power and sail, side by side, it also offers the best of Jersey - history, food, drink and entertainment. |
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International Motoring Festival, June 2010The largest motoring event in the Channel Islands with a focus on Jersey's glorious and pioneering days of motor sport emanating from the famous Jersey International Road Races of the 40's and 50's. Sprints, hill climbs, treasure hunts, cavalcades and static displays give participants and spectators the opportunity to come together in an extravaganza of motoring from yesteryear. This event will take place on Victoria Avenue, 5 minutes walk away from our hotel. |
Jersey has a strong cultural identity, and its calendar of sports events reflects the island's pride in its achievements, which it delights in sharing with visitors. Anyone can take part in the Jersey Marathon, which takes place each October and sees competitors cross varied terrain, including traffic controlled roads and tranquil country lanes. Jersey Marathon runners compete for cash prizes and trophies, while also raising money for charitable causes.
With other events, including the Jersey International Tennis tournament and the Jersey Sports Association for the Disabled Games, Jersey is an excellent destination for active sporting breaks, whether you're taking part or cheering on the winning team. Dates for all festival and sports events can be found in our Events Calendar.
If you're visiting Jersey for the Marathon or another sports event, you can find excellent value accommodation at the Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel. Our hotel in Jersey offers fabulous views of the island's south coast, with luxury rooms available all year round.