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St. David's ChurchNot very much information is available about the history of St. David's Anglican Church. It is known that there was once a Chapel School which bore the name of St. David's, but the present church however, was not an expansion of that. This church, located in the village of St. David's on the island of Barbados, was built quite a bit later than the chapels built under the Coleridge Building Programme.
St. David's Church was constructed on an acre and a half of land that was donated by the Hon. Joshua B. Nurse (a member of the legislative council of Barbados) while an additional acre of land was provided by two gentlemen, Thomas Daniel and Thomas Cox, to be used and consecrated as the cemetery for the church. St. David's Church was officially consecrated by the then Bishop of Barbados, William Hart Coleridge on 9th April, 1840.
St. David's Church, sited in rural Barbados is quite an elaborate church and this was probably due to the fact that its location was actually in a very affluent agricultural area of the time and thus had to adequately fit with the social class and standing of the congregation.
The architecture of this large Barbadian church appears quite simple at first glance but that is the beauty of its design. This church has the typical tower but with an unusually decorative stepped pyramid at its peak and this is then topped with quite a beautiful and intricate cross. At one point in the church's history, a somewhat clumsy staircase was added to the outside of the tower to provide easy access to the tower belfry. Since then however, the staircase has been removed, freeing the façade of this beautiful Georgian inspired church from this unsightly encumbrance.
Today, the St. David's Church stands as a serene example of the beautiful ecclesiastical architecture in found in Barbados; another church worth the visit as you journey around this scenic, tropical island.
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Island Safari
Island Safari offers a unique jeep safari experience on our zebra striped, specially designed 4x4 jeeps. Climb on board our comfortable cabs and let us show you what the others leave out, specifically the most scenic locations of the island by travelling on and off the beaten track.
Harrison's Cave
Explore Barbados' underground! At the heart of the island lies a great geological wonder, the magnificent Harrison's Cave. Admire the crystallized, limestone cave, its flowing streams, deep pools and towering columns as you travel by tram or get up close and personal with the Eco-Adventure Tour.
Catamaran Cruise
Lay back, relax and sunbathe as you sail across the calm Caribbean Sea. Explore the crystal clear waters as you swim and snorkel with the tropical fish and majestic turtles. Then, enjoy a scrumptious lunch as you admire the beautiful rolling coastline and sparkling water.
Mount Gay Visitor Centre
Make a stop at the world renowned Mount Gay Rum Distillery and discover the secrets behind Barbados’ finest and most celebrated spirit, in the island where rum was invented! Witness the history of Mount Gay as you journey with them through their rich heritage, proven artisanship and unique taste.
SunTours Special
Grab the SunTours Special with SunTours Barbados and see all the most popular spots in Barbados! Immerse yourself in the interesting history of this island, view the most picturesque scenes and enjoy a delicious Bajan style lunch at a well favoured local spot.
Animal Flower Cave
The colourful walls and the fascinating sea anemones at the Animal Flower Cave draw a crowd, but the amazing pools, some of which are deep enough to swim in, are the real attraction. While here, take a stroll over to the cliffs to feel the refreshing sea breeze and take in the stunning seascape.
Check Out Our Restaurants
Chefette - $
A favourite for Bajans, this fast food restaurant with 15 locations across the country, is a must try!
Oistins Fish Fry - $
Visit Oistins Fish Fry, especially on Fridays and Saturdays for a deliciously cultural experience.
Salt Café - $$
From the popular truffle fries and baos to the delicious salted caramel brownie, their menu delights all foodies.
Cocktail Kitchen - $$
Located in St. Lawrence Gap, one of the best night life areas of Barbados, Cocktail Kitchen is redefining Caribbean cuisine and cocktails.
Tides Restaurant - $$$
The Tides Restaurant is one of the leading restaurants located on the water’s edge of the West coast of Barbados. Bring to life any celebration or simply brighten your trip to Barbados through the culinary and service experience provided by The Tides Restaurant and its team!
Champers Restaurant - $$$
Experience Champers – where a special combination of delicious food, consistently good service with romantic picturesque views of the waterside resides.