Resources and experts
JDC is partnering with trusted local companies to ensure the Fort Regent redevelopment meets the island’s needs. These experts are helping bring the vision to life by combining innovation with community insight. Key collaborators include:
4insight
A leading market research agency and a trusted partner of the Government of Jersey, 4insight was instrumental in the previous Fort Regent plans through their successful survey work, focus groups, and the high response rates they achieved.
Potting Shed
An award-winning brand and design agency based in the Channel Islands. The Potting Shed has collaborated with JDC over the past three years and partnered with us on multiple campaigns.
Slingshot Films
Instrumental for their work with Digital Jersey. JDC brought them on board to enhance our video content creation for JDC and various other campaigns, especially on social media.
JDC Freelancers
Paul Bloggs and Matt Bloggs bring years of top-level creative experience to the team, having worked at Jersey’s leading agencies. Paul was Creative Director at Ai and Oi, while Matt led at Orchid Comms before both transitioning to freelance roles.
You spoke, we listened
In 2021, the Government of Jersey, in partnership with local marketing research agency – 4insight, conducted an extensive public engagement survey. More than 2,400 islanders participated in a survey, six focus group sessions, and a closed online community of 50 members.
JDC has gained valuable insights. Here are some of the key takeaways from the research.
Public Ownership
Islanders value the Fort and believe it should stay in public hands for community use.
Preferred access
Most visitors reach the Fort by car, with a notable number arriving on foot.
Key attractions
A venue for concerts, live events, exhibitions, as well as a leisure box, particularly for young people and families. Heritage trails, walkways and a winter garden.
Public concerns
Significant opposition to both a proposed casino and hotel.
Independent survey finds almost 90% satisfaction with vision for iconic site
The public survey has revealed overwhelming support for the proposed transformation of Fort Regent, with nearly 90% of respondents expressing satisfaction with the plans.
Conducted by independent research company 4insight, the survey captured feedback from more than 6,000 islanders and visitors, including students from all secondary schools. It represents the highest response rate ever recorded for a survey of this nature in Jersey and provides the most extensive public feedback to date on any similar survey to date.
Explore the Future of Fort Regent
Discover the exciting vision for the future of Fort Regent. Click on the map to explore each area and see how the Fort will be transformed into a vibrant hub for socialising, entertainment and recreation.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only and represent potential concepts of the development.
Apr 2025 – Jun 2025 | Community Engagement
Jul 2025 – Dec 2025 | Design processes
The design phase will focus on preparing the plans for submission to the Planning Department for approval.
by Dec 2025 | Relocation of Fort activities
Remaining activities at the Fort will be relocated to prepare the site for regeneration.
Jan 2026 – Dec 2028 | Construction works
The main construction phase will involve transforming the site into the Island’s premier all-weather leisure destination.
Dec 2028 | Target reopening date
The Fort is currently targeted to reopen to the public in Dec 2028, marking the completion of its transformation.
Shaping the Future of Fort Regent
Fort Regent is one of St Helier’s most prominent landmarks, rich in historical and cultural significance. The Fort has the potential to be revitalised into a vibrant, all-weather leisure destination and provide a dynamic space for socialising, entertainment, and recreation.
Jersey Development Company (JDC), the Government of Jersey’s regeneration arm, has been appointed to deliver this major transformation. The objective is to ensure Fort Regent remains a valued community asset while adapting to the needs of future generations.
