Barbuda

People first came to Barbuda around 2900–3000 BC. These Archaic Age settlers arrived by canoe and lived as hunter-gatherers; scholars still debate whether they came from South America, the Greater Antilles or the Yucatá…

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Barbud…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Barbuda …

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Barbuda: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggestions in a…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Barbuda when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share your rainy…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Barbuda? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

=== Archaic period === The first settlements on Barbuda date to 2,900–3,000 BC with the arrival of Archaic Age people. Some scholars have referred to these first settlers as Ciboney or Siboney. Other scholars say these …

Barbuda (; Barbudan Creole: Baabyuuda) is an island and dependency located in the eastern Caribbean forming part of the twin-island state of Antigua and Barbuda as an autonomous entity. Barbuda is located approximately …

Whether it's a part-time job in a café, delivering leaflets or tutoring: your first job brings not just money but confidence too. Make sure you get a written contract and that your hours fit around school or college. Wh…

Not everyone finds smartphones, online bookings or long forms easy. Often a patient half hour is all it takes to help someone. Important: never take over passwords or bank details, go through it together step by step in…

A weatherproof box where anyone can leave books, toys or kitchen bits and take something else: sustainability can be that simple. What matters is a good spot, permission from the owner or the council, and a few people w…