Fishing break in Jersey

[sparky]

Hi,
Im hoping you could perhaps help us out,
Three mates and I are looking into traveling to Jersey sometime this year for some decent Shore fishing....
We're only normal working class blokes from Cornwall, we're not looking to hire shore guides or pay some extortionate travel company to organise our break.. but we may need alittle inside information....
As we can travel direct from plymouth to St. Helier we we're considering keeping our fishing local to there, is this a good idea?
Also is bait readily availible? What time of year would be best for Bass? and any info on local bass marks, which tide to fish etc would be gratefully received
In short if you are local and could give us any information or point us in the right direction, we would be grateful..
Dont worry, we aint good enough to catch all your fish and any we do would be released!!
Thanks for your time. Westie