Meet the 'Merry Monarch' for a tour of his Castle and he'll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey
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- 4 March 2024 - 31 October 2024
- Elizabeth Castle
It is September 1649, amidst the tumultuous events of the English Civil War, having been exiled from his 'dear England', King Charles II, and his younger brother, The Duke of York, have sought refuge in Jersey. Meet the 'Merry Monarch' at the Third Gate and he'll take you on a tour of his Castle and he'll tell you some fascinating stories of his time in Jersey.
Meet King Charles II every Monday and Thursday from 10am to 4pm at Elizabeth Castle.
If meeting King Charles II is going to be the highlight of your trip to Elizabeth Castle, please call +44 (0) 1534 634048 before you visit to check that performances are confirmed for that date.
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