Falmouth is a classic example of Georgian architecture, unparalleled in the entire Caribbean. Laid out in the 1770s by Edward Barrett, owner of Cinnamon Hill Plantation. This is the courthouse.It appeared in the movie PAPILLON as a prison in French Guyana
The old Baptist Church in the heart of downtown.
The scale of the 18th century town is remarkably intact. Many of the buildings are dilapidated, but there has been little development and not only have large buildings survived but many delightful smaller one and two room cabins and even detached kitchens.
The scale of the 18th century town is remarkably intact. Many of the buildings are dilapidated, but there has been little development and not only have large buildings survived but many delightful smaller one and two room cabins and even detached kitchens.
This was the Barrett's town house.
An hour's ramble or drive around Falmouth's classic six square block grid will bring into sharp focus the history of the area at the height of the wealth and power of the West Indian Plantocracy.
The All Age School is one of the old barracks from Fort Balcarres
We can also go a bit farther afield and inspect the famous plantations in the area, Good Hope, Kensington, Hampden, etc.
Falmouth can also be done as a driving tour as part of the Rose Hall Adventure or, on the way to other activities.
You can pay $100 deposit with the balance due the day of the tour in cash. We do not take credit cards on the day of the tour.
Pricing for transportation is by the hour and size of group: You pay the entry fees to whatever you choose to do.
Contact us for more information and reservations at: carolynb@barrettadventures.com
Transportation:
1-4 persons $40 per hour
Additional persons $10 per hour per person
Please send me an email right after you book telling me where you are staying, or what ship you are on and the date you wish to reserve. I will send you a receipt and pick up instructions.