Saint George

Saint George is one of only two landlocked parishes in Barbados and borders six of the other parishes. Its best-known historic landmark is the Gun Hill Signal Station, dating back to 1818. From its elevated position, it…

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Saint George, Barbados means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Saint George, Barbados would you like to share this week? We look forward to y…

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Saint George, Barbados and tell us briefly where you took it!

St. George is a parish of Barbados. It is one of two landlocked parishes, the other being Saint Thomas to the north. It borders six of the eleven other parishes. Covering an area of approximately 45 km2 (17 sq mi), it h…

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 Saint …

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 …

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Saint Andrew, Barbados? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking fo…

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Saint Andrew, Barbados do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved her…