St. James Parish Church
St. James Parish Church
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BigBoeingJet
Franklin, TN134 contributions
Nov 2013 • Business
In the ongoing interest of Caribbean “excellent adventures,” I just returned from another 4-day trip which included a full day-off in Barbados. After some on-line research and satellite map study, my buddy and I decided to head up the west coast of the island to free-dive the shipwrecks and coral reef at Holetown. We hopped a ride on the Speightstown bus at the stop out in front of our layover hotel and spent about an hour of shear terror as the driver navigated the narrow streets doing multiple 0-60 MPH full-throttle accelerations, followed by slamming the brakes on to stop for additional passengers. All for $1.00 US.
Upon arrival at Holetown we asked some locals for recommendations on diving. They sent us “down to the police station, turn right, use the beach access, and you’ll be there!” We ended up walking south along the beach until we found a fairly deserted sandy cove with what looked like a good coral reef extending from the beach. We saw a few folks snorkeling out about a quarter mile and decided to give it a try. It was a good choice. We found two sunken barges in about 40’ of water and multiple coral reefs. A few dive boats stopped by while we were in the water. The dive boat skippers fed the fish, attracting several large schools. We spent about three hours in the water and caught the Oistins Beach bus back south to our hotel near Bridgetown. I recommend a trip to Holetown for anybody interested in a nice day of snorkeling with a wide variety of underwater scenery. I’ve attached multiple photos below for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy!
Upon arrival at Holetown we asked some locals for recommendations on diving. They sent us “down to the police station, turn right, use the beach access, and you’ll be there!” We ended up walking south along the beach until we found a fairly deserted sandy cove with what looked like a good coral reef extending from the beach. We saw a few folks snorkeling out about a quarter mile and decided to give it a try. It was a good choice. We found two sunken barges in about 40’ of water and multiple coral reefs. A few dive boats stopped by while we were in the water. The dive boat skippers fed the fish, attracting several large schools. We spent about three hours in the water and caught the Oistins Beach bus back south to our hotel near Bridgetown. I recommend a trip to Holetown for anybody interested in a nice day of snorkeling with a wide variety of underwater scenery. I’ve attached multiple photos below for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy!
Written 17 November 2013
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Lori S
Edwardsville, IL179 contributions
Sept 2019
Absolutely gorgeous. They were preparing for a wedding when we toured the grounds. This is the oldest church in Barbados.
Written 30 August 2020
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India60_11
Nottingham, UK14 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
I went an early morning walk across the beach and happen to come out near St James Church. I was looking through the shuttered door, when a lady asked me if I would like to look inside. It was beautiful the wooden rafters in the roof the stained glass windows and a mezzanine floor and stair case at the rear of the church. I felt very privileged..
Written 9 June 2017
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JohntheLast
Barrington, IL1,301 contributions
Feb 2020
Lots of history in this old church. Very well kept and obviously well loved by its congregation. We only got to glimpse the inside since it was Sunday and services were in progress.
Written 24 February 2020
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Panar Kyazim
46 contributions
Feb 2019
A little bit spooky but full of possitive energy. Just passing the fence and entering the yard, you can feel the energy. Pleasant place.
Written 6 November 2019
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Jackie W
136 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
Adrian our taxi driver took us here and it was really pretty with a great history. Something to see and only takes a few minutes to go through it. The church staff will give you a little tour and the history and it's nice to leave a donation
Written 19 January 2019
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314pi
London, Canada122 contributions
Jan 2019
It is set on the edge of a cliff with scenic views of the ocean. Cemetery in the back with tombstones dating back to 1600’s. Stone church. Beautiful inside. Well worth a short visit.
Written 16 January 2019
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1maxine2015
Nottinghamshire, UK16 contributions
Mar 2018
Had the pleasure of visiting Barbados in March absolutely beautiful and went to the beautiful st James parish church Sunday morning amazing
Written 14 July 2018
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CONSTANCE M
Windsor, Canada6 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
Build in the early 1600's this beautiful church is worth seeing. The pipe organ is huge, and the beamed ceilings beautiful. I was surprised to find that the stained glass window behind the altar was donated to the church by Canada in 1924 as thanks for Barbados contribution to WW1. Would like to find out the history behind that as I find it unusual for Canada - and Expeditionary force to make such a nice donation to another Expeditionary force. There must have been a close link between our troops?
Beautiful setting - gorgeous woodwork - worth a visit.
Beautiful setting - gorgeous woodwork - worth a visit.
Written 16 March 2018
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michael v
London, UK40 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
the church is very special and we shown round by a really knowledgeable helper which enhanced our visit
Written 4 January 2018
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