About

Acorn provides work and training opportunities for Islanders who have a disability or long-term health condition.

Supporting people since 1991, Acorn Enterprises is the trading company of the registered charity the Jersey Employment Trust. It comprises:

Acorn Reuse
Retailing, repairing and recycling goods which have been donated by members of the public.

Acorn Woodshack
A wood recycling workshop for reclaimed timber, upcycled wooden furniture and quality gifts and home wares.

Acorn Nursery
Supplying a quality range of bedding plants as well as some perennials and shrubs.

Acorn Café
For home-cooked local food, serving breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas (operated as a concession).

Investing in people

All trading income generated by Acorn is reinvested with the aim of supporting people with a disability or long-term health condition into employment.

Supporting our work is a great way of giving back to the community. Find out more here.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our staff and clients. We require all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

*The Jersey Employment Trust (JET) is registered with the Jersey Charity Commissioner: No 158.