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.
A Considered and Sustainable Approach
Drawing on previous studies and community feedback from a 2021 survey, a new vision for the site is proposed. This vision seeks to refurbish the Fort with sensitivity to its heritage, while balancing the level of public investment and financial sustainability to secure its long-term future.
The vision includes a diverse range of activities and entertainment options, designed to cater for Islanders of all ages, with a particular focus on facilities for children and young adults. These are ideas at this stage and we want to hear from you. Once we have the community’s feedback we will access the costing and secure Government’s support for the funding.
To help shape the future of Fort Regent, we invite you to share your views. An independent online survey is now open from 2 April to 18 May 2025, providing an opportunity for the community to contribute to this important public project.
To request a paper copy of the survey, please call 4insight on (01534) 859300 or email info@4insight.info. Additionally, 4insight is happy to conduct phone interviews to gather your survey responses.
Survey interviewers will be available on the streets of St Helier during the consultation period.
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.
