What’s in a Town? – Holetown
Wednesday, 09 August 2017
by Marissa Chandler
Holetown was the first place of settlement in Barbados and is the third largest town on the island. Located in the parish of St. James, it was originally called Jamestown after King James the 1st of England. The name “Holetown” came about because ships used to be off loaded and cleaned in a small channel/hole
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What’s in a Town? – Speighstown
Wednesday, 02 August 2017
by Marissa Chandler
History Speightstown is the 2nd largest and northern most town in the island. Rooted in history, Speightstown houses many buildings dating back to the early settlement days. It also has a very historic feel; as you walk along the town you see many vendors selling fruits and vegetables as well as various handmade jewellery. Speightstown