Charles Fort Cannon Walk at the Barbados Hilton
Friday, September 18, 2009
September 18, 2009 by Phil Stilton
Bridgetown, Barbados - Just south of Bridgetown in Barbados, you’ll find one of the nicest stretches of beaches in the Caribbean from Carlisle Bay to Needham Point. Mixed in these beautiful and picturesque beaches, you’ll find Charles Fort on the grounds of the Barbados Hilton.
The fort was built in 1650 by the British Navy to protect the capital of Bridgetown and Carlisle Bay from attack by Pirates, Spaniards and whoever else might have come by to take the Island away from the British.
After years of neglect, the fort has been restored into a historical eco park of sorts. A brick lined walkway was constructed that winds through the ramparts and overlooks of the fort, passing by 24 cannons that have been retrieved from the seas in one of the most picturesque settings you can find in the Caribbean.
Nearby you can also find Anns fort which was built in the early 1700’s to compliment Charlesfort. The fort lies next to the new Barbados Hilton. You can make an entire day out of Charles Fort and Anns Fort by adding a hotel day pass at the Hilton in which you can use their pools, spas and facilities while spending time at the fort.
Hint for parents: If you plan on visiting the forts of Caribbean, bring some pirate attire for the children. A bandana, eyepatch and plastic saber would do the trick and make it an enjoyable exeperience they’ll never forget. Otherwise, they’re just being forced to look at a bunch of old junk with mom and dad.
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