Barbados in a Nutshell - 2022 - EBook

78 Sightseeing just off the ABC Highway, is the delightful Earthworks Pottery , a fascinating, working pottery where Barbadian master potters produce quality ware in extraordinary designs. A visit to Earthworks is a one of a kind Caribbean experience that everyone enjoys, especially since the complex also houses The Batik Studio which offers very enjoyable workshops (see Art & Craft for more info). In close proximity you’ll discover some of the island’s most outstanding attractions, all within a relatively small radius; Welchman Hall Gully , the spectacular Harrison’s Cave, Coco Hill Forest and Flower Forest with its towering trees, lush foliage and exotic blooms. A cool find in this area is Hamilton’s Pottery. Husband and wife team are always hard at work tring to keep up with the demand for thier beautiful line of household ware. Coco Hill Forest is a peaceful and productive Eden clinging to the ridge of land in St. Joseph that leads to the Flower Forest. In fact, the two make a good pairing for an afternoon outing. Both forests reveal the marvels of cultivation that can be achieved on these dramatic slopes, but one centres on agro-forestry and the other on the blooming beauties of tropical horticulture. With the highest point at 1,085 feet, both Coco Hill Forest and the Flower Forest enjoy amazing panoramic views of the dramatic east coast scenery. Welchman Hall Gully “Monkey feedings between 10:30am & 12 noon.” Take a stroll through one of Barbados’ true tropical treasures. Located in the heart of the island, just 2 minutes from Harrison’s Cave, Welchman Hall Gully is a unique place, definitely well worth a visit. Formed centuries ago when the roofs of caves collapsed, it is now filled with an abundance of flourishing, exotic tropical plants and trees. In the peaceful hush of the forest, visitors can often see troops of Green Monkeys frolicking in the trees – monkeys’ feeding time is generally around 10:30am. Open daily 9am to 4pm. December to April guided tour at 10:30am daily. Tel: (246) 438 6671 welchmanhallgullybarbados.com Barbara Secher Greenidge