Soufrière

Soufrière was the capital of Saint Lucia during French rule. Its name, French for a volcanic area or sulphur in the air, recalls the volcanic activity that still shapes the district, including its famous 'drive-in' volc…

The name Soufrière came from the French who dominated during the 1700s. The French word Soufrière means volcanic area or sulphur in the air. The nearby plantation at Anse Mamin, formerly Malmaison, was at one time own…

Soufrière is a district on the Southwest coast of Saint Lucia in the West Indies. Soufrière was the former capital of Saint Lucia during times of French rule. It is now a small fishing port with an emerging tourism indu…

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…

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Soufrière District, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

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

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 Soufrière District? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for. E…

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