St. John's Parish Church

6 months ago

Our tour guide was taking us around the South/East coast for a day trip and brought us by this historic church. While it wasn’t initially on my list to see, I’m so glad he took us. It was Sunday so we got to pop our head in to see/hear a bit of the service. The grounds are incredibly beautiful. The architecture is grand. Walk through the cemetery in the back. There is a viewpoint by the sundial (also cool) with views of the east coast.

9 months ago

We visited this historic parish church as part of an excursion offered by our cruise. It's located on a hill overlooking the Atlantic ocean and offers great views of the countryside. The stone church was built in 1660s to replace the wooden church of 1640s and has been subsequently being rebuilt due to damage from storms. The gothic architecture of the church is unique to this part of the world. Highly recommended to visit.

9 months ago

This historic church represents the Anglican tradition per the Church of England built in 1645. Over the years due to fires & hurricanes it was rebuilt - the fourth time around 1836. It is of pure Gothic design. Beautiful. Sits on top of a hill with lovely views. A big graveyard is at the back. Could use some attention and maintenance. Many great personalities are buried here. It is an active church.

a month ago

This is a must stop if you’re on this side of the island. This is a Barbados National Trust site, and it definitely is a national treasure of this island. You can even see where one of the recent PMs is buried. Church is in prestigious shape, and it’s free to enter. Leave a few dollars to help keep the site up. You do not want to miss this at all.

a year ago

I’ve been eagerly waiting to write a review of the beautiful St. John's Parish Church ⛪, a place rich in history and tradition 📜. Situated in the parish of St. John in Barbados 🇧🇧, this lovely Anglican church sits majestically on a hill 🌄, offering breathtaking views of the eastern and northern parts of the island 🌊🏝️. The architecture inside the church is awe-inspiring 😍, with clear influences from the Church of England 🏛️. The reverence of the space is palpable, making it a truly special place for worship and reflection ✨. The grounds are meticulously kept 🌳, adding to the serene and spiritual atmosphere 🙏. St. John's Parish Church is a hallmark of the Anglican tradition in Barbados and is located just across from Codrington College 🎓, the training ground for priests in Barbados and the Caribbean 🌍. This church is truly a gem 💎, steeped in history and significance. If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend joining in a service on Sundays 🌅 to experience the rich Anglican tradition firsthand 🕊️. St. John's Parish Church is not just a place of worship but a piece of Barbados' heritage that everyone should visit 🗺️.