The sweep of Havre des Pas towards The Dicq and Greve D'Azette is immediately obvious as we emerge from the path between the La Collette Power station and the Territorial Army centre. As the eastern portion of St. Helier's coastline, Havre des Pas offers shelter from Jersey's westerly winds. This position was something that shipbuilders took advantage of, including Francis Allix who ran a yard here from 1842-1879. 100 years after its closure St. Helier acquired the plot from one of his descendants which has now been developed as an open space and memorial to Jersey's maritime heritage. The prow of the wooden boat sculpture which stands at the centre of the square is inscribed with the names of all the ships which were constructed at the yard. Proceeding a little further along the promenade the rear of the Fort D'Auvergne Hotel comes into view. This was the location for one of the coastal defences which ringed the island in anticipation of a French invasion during the eighteenth century. The invasion eventually came, but to the unprotected La Rocque coast in January 1781, precipitating the Battle of Jersey which subsequently took place in the Royal Square.
 | | Bathing Pool Image: Jersey Tourism |
The continued expansion of St. Helier during the Victorian period provides us with many fine examples of Victorian architecture, especially as we proceed up Roseville Street. The sea water Bathing Pool which was first developed in Victorian times still stands as a major feature of this bay. As the original home of the Jersey Swimming Club it has played a major role in the development Jersey's affection for bathing in the sea. The most prominent part of the pool, the blue terrace, was added to provide a buffet and shelters and opened in 1927. Offshore, this area forms part of Jersey’s designated RAMSAR site which runs from La Collette to Gorey in a sweeping arc. Its designation in 2000 as a wetland of global importance should ensure that the area is effectively managed to ensure that this habitat protected for the future and understood in far greater depth. The continued expansion of St. Helier during the nineteenth century provides us with many fine examples of Victorian architecture at Havre des Pas, especially the classic terraced villas which can be seen as we proceed up Roseville Street. Famous Visitors
 | | Victor Hugo's work showcased in Jersey |
The French writer and artist Victor Hugo (most famous for writing Les Miserables) lived in exile in Jersey between 1852 and 1855 before resettling in Guernsey. He lived just beyond Havre de Pas at Marine Terrace, The Dicq, which has since been demolished. Inside the public shelter at the rear of the Fort D'Auvergne Hotel on the seafront some examples of his experimental and decorative artwork can be seen. Other visitors to this area of St Helier include the composer Fritz Delius and T.E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) who lived with his family at Havre des Pas as a child. Delius stayedin a small house which stands opposite the former Hotel de la Plage, whilst the former Lawrence family home stands a little way up Mount Bingham. Both properties bear commemorative plaques. Moving on to Point 4
 | | More examples of Hugo's work |
From the Havre de Pas Promenade, use the pedestrian crossing in front of the pier connecting to the bathing pool and cross to the junction with Roseville Street. You will Our next stop is at the Roseville Street/La Route du Fort cross-roads. | 
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