Sightseeing & Activities

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1 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS World Heritage Site Daily means seven days a week. (BNT) denotes Bermuda National Trust properties. Bermuda National Trust Members admitted free with valid membership card. Bermuda has a reciprocal agreement with National Trusts around the world. Bermuda National Trust Combination Ticket : $10 (includes Tucker House Museum, Bermuda National Trust Museum and Verdmont Museum, and is available for purchase at all three Museums). (HBP) denotes the Heritage Bermuda Passport which offers unlimited admission to eight cultural attractions within a seven-day period for one low price. The attractions are: the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, Bermuda Maritime Museum (home of Dolphin Quest), Bermuda National Trust Museums (Verdmont Museum, Tucker House Museum, and Bermuda National Trust at the Globe Hotel), Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Fort St. Catherine and the Bermuda National Gallery. Hours vary by venue. Cost: $25 adults, $15 children 6-16, under 5 years free. Tickets are available online or through the Visitors Service Bureau in the,, Royal Naval Dockyard and the Airport Desk. During the winter months some sightseeing attractions reduce their operating hours/tours, or may even close completely for a time without notice. Wherever possible this information has been indicated. ATTRACTIONS Bermuda Aquarium, Tours: 1:10pm, daily, April - December (call for winter tour schedule). The Museum & Zoo one-hour animal feeding tour takes you through the world s islands, Flatts Village Admission: $10 adults, $5 children 5-12 yrs and seniors, free under 5 yrs. 40 North Shore Road Hamilton Parish One of Bermuda s premier visitor attractions. The Aquarium features North Rock, TEL: (441) ,000-gallon replica of a local living coral reef, the Zoo features Caribbean, a vast FAX: (441) flight cage where animals roam at arm s length, Australasia which includes the bzsmarketing@ibl.bm pink flamingos, and Bermuda s geology and habitats are featured in the Natural History WEB: Museum. There s a touch pool for children in the Local Tails Exhibit, and Discovery Cove is an interactive haven for children of all ages. To inspire appreciation and care of island (HBP) enviroments. Bermuda Biological Tours: 10am, Wednesdays (weather permitting), year round. Station for Research Tour Closed on public holidays. An hour-long tour of the laboratories, grounds 17 Biological Lane and research vessels (when at dock). Learn about the history and ongoing Ferry Reach, St. George s projects of this international marine research and educational institution. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) webmaster@bbsr.edu WEB: Bermuda Historical Open: 9:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Saturday. Society Museum Closed: All holidays. Library Building 13 Queen Street Explore Bermuda's local history through ship models, antique maps, furniture, portraits, TEL: (441) and silversmiths work. Tours on request. (Sightseeing Attractions continued)

2 2 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS (continued) World Heritage Site ATTRACTIONS Bermuda Maritime Open: 9:30am-4:30pm, daily Museum Closed: Christmas Day. Royal Naval Dockyard Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children 5-15 yrs. rates available. Ireland Island, Sandys Group rates for 10 or more persons by arrangement. All admission rates good TEL: (441) for re-entry on same day. Admission includes Bermuda Maritime Museum and views of the dolphins. WEB: The Commissioner s House: The first prefabricated cast and wrought iron house in the (HBP) entire world now beautifully restored. Exhibitions include the Bermuda Slavery Exhibit, one devoted to the ancestry of the Island s Portuguese community and other displays that highlight Bermuda s maritime history. Dolphin Quest: (see page 4) Bermuda National Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday and most holidays Trust Museum in the Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Globe Hotel Admission: $5 adults, $2 children 6-18 yrs, or Combination Ticket $10. King s Square Trust members free. TEL: (441) Museum Shop Trustworthy : open same hours as Museum WEB: and features unique crafts, gifts and BNT logo items. (BNT) (HBP) Bermuda Perfumery Open: 9am-5pm, Monday-Saturday Stewart Hall Closed: All holidays. 5 Queen Street Town of St.George This well-known company has relocated and will reopen mid-march Watch the TEL: (441) making of perfume, and visit the Lily Boutique where perfume can be tested and purchased. FAX: (441) info@bermuda-perfumery.com Bermuda Railway Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday (weather permitting). Museum Closed: All holidays. 37 North Shore Road donations welcome. Hamilton Parish TEL: (441) Bermuda railway memorabilia, antiques and collectables within a curiosity shop housed in the old Aquarium Station Building. (no restrooms) Bermuda Underwater Open: 9am-5pm, daily; 10am-5pm weekends (last suggested admission 3:45pm). Exploration Institute Closed: Christmas Day. Pembroke Hall Admission: $10.50 adults, $8.40 seniors, $5.50 children 7-16 years, free for children 42 Crow Lane, Pembroke 6 years and under. (outskirts of Hamilton) TEL: (441) An Ocean Discovery Centre located on the outskirts of the. Exhibits feat- (441) ure one of the world s most impressive shell collections gathered from the deep ocean FAX: (441) surrounding Bermuda and from around the world, by Bermudian Jack Lightbourn, and one info@buei.org of Bermuda s finest collections of artefacts in the Teddy Tucker Shipwreck Gallery. Take WEB: home a unique souvenir from the Oceans Gift Shop. La Coquille, a waterside restaurant, (HBP) is open for lunch and dinner. (Sightseeing Attractions continued)

3 3 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS (continued) World Heritage Site ATTRACTIONS Bermudian Heritage Open: 10am-3pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Museum Closed: All holidays. Corner of Duke of York Admission: $4 adults, $2 seniors and children, under 5 yrs free. Donations and Water Streets gratefully received. TEL: (441) The Bermudian Heritage Museum is the first fully exhibited Black History Museum (ground floor only) in Bermuda. Botanical Gardens Open: Sunrise to sunset. 169 South Road Tours: hours, 10:30am, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, weather Paget DV 04 permitting. Meet at the Visitor s Centre, Berry Hill Road entrance. TEL: (441) Bridge House 18th Century House (BNT) Outside viewing only of this house built in the late 1600 s. Camden Open: Tour of all public access areas 12pm-2pm, Tuesday and Friday, unless Botanical Gardens official functions are scheduled. Paget TEL: (441) The official residence of Bermuda s Premier. Built in 1714, and converted to the Premier s residence in Carter House Open: 10am-4pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, Southside Road although opening hours and days may vary and the house may be closed St. David s for a period during the winter months. TEL FAX: (441) Admission: A modest fee is charged children under 12 years free. Donations welcome. Carter House is believed to be the oldest dwelling in St. David s, built about Largely in its original state. Recently restored. Coin Exhibition Open: 8:30am-5pm, Monday-Friday. (Bermuda Monetary Closed: All holidays. Authority) 31 Reid Street A Bermuda Monetary Authority coin exhibition is also located in the R.N. Dockyard at the TEL: (441) Bermuda Maritime Museum. Coin Exhibition (The Bank of Bermuda) Bermuda Maritime Museum Royal Naval Dockyard See the Bermuda Maritime Museum (page 2) for days, times and admissions. The Bank of Bermuda coin exhibit may be seen in the Commissioner s House. (Sightseeing Attractions continued)

4 4 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS (continued) World Heritage Site ATTRACTIONS The Crystal Caves Open: 9:30am-4:30pm, daily of Bermuda Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing 8 Crystal Cave Road Day (26th December). Wilkinson Avenue Admission: $14 adults, $8 children 5-12 yrs, under 5 yrs free Hamilton Parish Also, Combination Tour: $20 adults, $10 child. TEL: (441) Featuring Crystal Cave and Fantasy Cave. Deliverance Closed: Good Friday, Easter Sunday, and December-March. Ordnance Island Admission: $3 adults, $1 children under 12 years. TEL: (441) Replica of 17th Century ship. Operated by Adventure Enterprises Ltd. adventure@cwbda.bm Devil s Hole Aquarium Open: 9:30am-4:30pm, daily. 92 Harrington Sound Road Closed: Christmas Day. Smith s Admission: $10 adults, $5 seniors and years, children 11 years and TEL: (441) under free. Food baskets for turtles and fish: $5 for large, $3 for small. Dolphin Quest Office Hrs: 9am-5pm, daily all year. Bermuda Maritime Museum Admission: Enquire about the various programmes offered, costs and availability. Royal Naval Dockyard TEL: (441) Unique educational, interactive programmes with dolphins for adults and children FAX: (441) years and older. dqbermuda@ dolphinquest.org WEB: Gibbs Hill Lighthouse Open: 9am-4:30 pm, daily 66 St. Anne s Road Closed: Christmas Day and January Southampton Admission: $2.50, free children under 5 yrs. TEL: (441) Lighthouse Tea Room Open: 9am-5pm daily. Private party facilities available. TEL: (441) Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and January. Old Rectory Open: 12 noon - 5pm, Wednesday, November-March only. Broad Alley Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) (BNT) (Sightseeing Attractions continued)

5 5 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS (continued) World Heritage Site ATTRACTIONS Perot Post Office Open: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. 11 Queen Street Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) The first post office in Bermuda, opened in the 1840s by William Perot. It maintains its historic style and houses the first Bermuda stamp. Next door is the former home of Post Master Perot. St. David s Lighthouse Tours: During late April to mid-october, tours are conducted on certain days of Lighthouse Hill the week. Confirm times in advance with the Park Rangers Office. St. David s Group tours can be arranged. TEL: (441) (Park Rangers Office) St. George s Historical Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday, April-October; Society Museum, Printery 11am-4pm Wednesday only in January, February and March. & Garden Closed: November, December and all holidays. Duke of Kent Street Admission: $5 adults, $2 under 12 years TEL: (441) State House Open: Outside viewing only. The State House will be closed during 2005 for Princess Street renovations, although, it will open for the annual Peppercorn Ceremony in April, courtesy of Lodge St. George No. 200 of the Grand Lodge of TEL: (441) Scotland, as is tradition. The Seat of Government from Tucker House Museum Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday. Water Street Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Admission: $5 adults, $2 children 6-18 years, or Combination Ticket $10. TEL: (441) (BNT) (HBP) Includes an archaeology exhibit. Unfinished Church Open: Daily Top of Duke of Kent Street (BNT) Begun in the 1870s as a replacement for St. Peter s, this magnificent gothic folly was never finished. Verdmont Museum Open: 10am-4pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Collector s Hill Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Smith s Parish Admission: $5 adults, $2 children 6-18 years, or Combination Ticket $10. TEL: (441) (BNT) (HBP) (Sightseeing Attractions continued)

6 6 SIGHTSEEING ATTRACTIONS (continued) World Heritage Site ATTRACTIONS Waterville Open: House: 2 elegant rooms, 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. National Trust Headquarters Gardens: daily. Pomander Road, Paget Closed: House: All holidays. TEL: (441) palmetto@bnt.bm WEB: (BNT) HISTORICAL CHURCHES CHURCH Cathedral of the Open: Daily, and for Sunday services. Most Holy Trinity Church Street Cathedral Tower: climb approx. 157 steps for a spectacular panoramic view. TEL: (441) Open: 9:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday (weather permitting). Closed: All holidays. Admission: $3 adults, $2 seniors and students. Cathedral of St. Theresa s Open: Daily, and for Sunday services. Cedar Avenue TEL: (441) access on Laffan Street Old Devonshire Church Open: Daily Middle Road Devonshire TEL: (441) St. Andrew s Open: Daily, and for Sunday services. Presbyterian Church 49 Church Street TEL: (441) St. Peter s Church Open: Daily, and for Sunday services. Duke of York Street TEL: (441) access from Church Lane and then by the front entrance (Historical Churches continued)

7 7 HISTORICAL CHURCHES (continued) CHURCH Wesley Methodist Church Open: 9am-3pm, Tuesday-Friday, and Sunday morning worship at 11am. In Association with the United Church of Canada 41 Church Street To see the church between Tuesdays and Fridays, walk through the courtyard to the church office. Air-conditioned sanctuary; elevator available. TEL: (441) FORTS FORT Fort Hamilton Open: 9:30am-5pm, daily Happy Valley Road Pembroke TEL: (441) (c/o Corporation of Hamilton) Fort St. Catherine Open: 10am - 4pm, daily and most holidays. 15 Coot Pond Road Closed: New Year s Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day St. George s Admission: $5 adults, $2 children (children must be accompanied by an adult). TEL: (441) WEB: (HBP) Gates Fort Open: Daily Cut Road St. George s Scaur Hill Fort Park Open: 10am-4:30pm, daily Ely s Harbour Closed: Christmas Day. Sandys G ALLERIES & ARTISTS STUDIOS No admission fee unless otherwise indicated. Some galleries remain open until 9pm Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, April through October. Call for details. G ALLERY/STUDIO Amos Art Studio Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday, mid-april to mid-october, and on Longhouse Building Wednesdays and Saturdays from November to mid-april, or by Hunter s Wharf appointment during the winter months. Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) TEL/FAX: (441) Artists: Eric, Diana and Stacey Amos amosart@ibl.bm (Galleries & Artists Studios continued)

8 G ALLERIES & ARTISTS STUDIOS (continued) Sightseeing 8 G ALLERY/STUDIO Art House Gallery Open: 10am-4pm, Monday, Wednesday, Friday. 80 South Road December-March: 10am-1pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday Paget by appointment. TEL: (441) Closed: Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year s Day. FAX: (441) jforbes@northrock.bm Artist: Joan Forbes WEB: Bermuda Arts Centre Open: 10am-5pm; daily at Dockyard Closed: Good Friday, Christmas Day. Royal Naval Dockyard Sandys TEL; (441) FAX: (441) artcentre@ibl.bm Bermuda Clayworks Open: Daily: 9am-6pm; April-October and 9am-5pm, November to March Opposite boat slip Closed: Good Friday, Christmas Day. Royal Naval Dockyard Sandys Gallery and Paint-Your-Own Studio. Visitors can purchase bisque ware and TEL: (441) paint their own pot. Prices from $7.50. Special birthday party ceramic painting FAX: (441) set-up for children. clayworks@ibl.bm WEB: Bermuda Craft Market Open 9:30am-6pm, daily, May-October and 10:30am-5pm, November- The Cooperage March Royal Naval Dockyard Closed: Good Friday and Christmas Day (on other public holidays call first). Sandys TEL: (441) Local crafts produced by Bermudian artisans products made and sold on site. FAX: (441) bdacraftmkt@northrock.bm Bermuda Memories Open: 10am-3pm, Monday-Saturday.Wednesday and Saturday only January 7 King s Square through March Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) jraine@ibl.bm Artist: Jill Amos Raine is often available to personalise work for clients. WEB: (Galleries & Artists Studios continued)

9 G ALLERIES & ARTISTS STUDIOS (continued) Sightseeing 9 G ALLERY/STUDIO Bermuda National Gallery Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday. City Hall & Arts Centre Closed: Most holidays. Church Street Tours: 10am Monday-Friday. Organised groups welcome call in advance. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) info@bng.bm WEB: (HBP) Bermuda Society of Arts Gallery Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday. City Hall & Arts Centre Closed: All holidays. Church Street TEL: (441) bsoa@ibl.bm WEB: (HBP) Birdsey Studio Open: 10:30am-1pm, Monday-Friday by appointment. 5 Stowe Hill Closed: All holidays. Paget TEL: (441) Artist: Jo Birdsey Lindberg FAX: (441) The Birdsey studio is situated in the garden of the home of Alfred Birdsey, Bermuda s first modern artist. The Bermuda Shop Open: 10am-5pm, daily; open most Summer evenings. by Carole Holding Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. 81 Front Street TEL: (441) The Bermuda Shop Open: 10am-5pm, daily; open most Summer evenings. by Carole Holding Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. 81 Front Street TEL: (441) Carole Holding Studio Open: 10am-5pm, daily; please check hours for Winter season. Print & Craft Shop Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. King s Square TEL: (441) FAX: (441) carole@caroleholding.bm WEB: (Galleries & Artists Studios continued)

10 G ALLERIES & ARTISTS STUDIOS (continued) Sightseeing 10 G ALLERY/STUDIO The Bermuda Shop Open: Daily: 9am-9pm April-October; Winter 9am-5pm. Fairmont Southampton Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. Southampton TEL: (441) The Desmond Fountain Gallery Open: 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday. Emporium Building Closed: Sundays and holidays. 69 Front Street Showcasing sculptures, paintings and other original works of art by Desmond TEL: (441) Fountain and other Bermudian artists. FAX: (441) fountaingallery@ibl.bm WEB: Dockside Glass Open: 9am-5pm, daily. 3 Bridge Street Closed: Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year s Day. TEL: (441) Glass gallery and flameworking studio, and Bermuda Rum Cakes. FAX: (441) mail@dockglass.com Dockyard Glassworks & the Open: Daily: 9am-6pm, and when cruise ships in port, 8am-10pm, Bermuda Rum Cake Company May-October One Maritime Lane, Bldg 19 Closed: New Year s Day, Good Friday and Christmas Day. Royal Naval Dockyard TEL: (441) Hot glass studio and working micro bakery, with glassblowing and flameworking FAX: (441) demonstrations daily. Custom orders available. mail@dockglass.com WEB: (except for restrooms) Masterworks Art Centre Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday. Botanical Gardens Closed: All holidays. Paget TEL: (441) "To awaken a sense of the unique character of Bermuda, its history and its culture, FAX: (441) through the medium of visual arts; to display for the benefit of the public, works of mworks@ibl.bm art depicting Bermuda or created by Bermudians, to attract and inspire artists from WEB: abroad; and, to encourage Bermudians to develop their talents with the goal of contributing to the Collection." Michael Swan Gallery Open: 10am-5pm, Monday-Saturday; 11am-5pm, Sunday. Clocktower Mall Royal Naval Dockyard TEL: (441) FAX: (441) mswan@ibl.bm WEB: (Galleries & Artists Studios continued)

11 G ALLERIES & ARTISTS STUDIOS (continued) Sightseeing 11 GALLERY/STUDIO Otto Trott Studio Open: Anytime by appointment. 151 North Shore Road Hamilton Parish TEL: (441) FAX: (441) GOVERNMENT & CORPORATION BUILDINGS ESTABLISHMENT Bermuda Archives Open: 8:30am-5pm, Monday-Friday. 30 Parliament Street Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) Geneological research for family and ancestors, and historical information. WEB: (search under The Cabinet Office) Bermuda National Library Open: During the 10 months of Sept to June: open 8:30am-7pm, Monday- 13 Queen Street Thursday; 10am-5pm Friday; 9am-5pm Saturday; 1pm-5pm Sunday. During July and August: open 8:30am-6pm, Mon-Thur; 10am-5pm TEL: (441) Fri; 9am-5pm Sat; closed Sunday FAX: (441) Closed: All holidays. Members: Free visitors call for enquiries. Mobile Library visits each Parish WEB: Tuesday-Saturday call for schedule. Bermuda Youth Library Open: 9am-5pm, Monday-Thursday; 74 Church Street 10am-5pm Friday; 9am-5pm Saturday. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) WEB: (except for restroom) The Cabinet Building Open: 8:30am-5pm, Monday-Friday. 105 Front Street Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) Government offices and meeting place of the Senate. WEB: City Hall & Arts Centre Open: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday and 9am-12 noon Saturday. 17 Church Street Closed: All holidays. to foyer and offices. TEL: (441) Philatelic and coin exhibitions on display. (Government & Corporation Buildings continued)

12 GOVERNMENT & CORPORATE BUILDINGS Sightseeing 12 ESTABLISHMENT Sessions House Open: 9am-12:30pm and 2-5pm, Monday-Friday. (House of Assembly) Closed: All holidays. 21 Parliament Street Admission: Public Gallery free for visitors. TEL: (441) Parliament Building. Visitors welcome Monday-Friday when the House FAX: (441) is in session; Parliamentary sessions usually held on Friday from late October - late July Town Hall Open: 10am-4pm, Monday-Saturday. King s Square Closed: All holidays. TEL: (441) FAX: (441) corpstg@northrock.bm (ground floor only) BIRD WATCHING, NATURE TRAILS & TOURS Birders and Naturalists will find a wealth of 850 acres of trails, parks and preserves. The best months for birders are from September through April. PARKS Admiralty House Park Spanish Point, Pembroke The Arboretum Middle Road, Devonshire Bermuda Railway Trail Islandwide Blue Hole Park Hamilton Parish Devonshire Marsh Vesey Street, Devonshire BIRD WATCHING / NATURE TRAILS 16 acres. This park has well maintained walking trails, interesting sea caves, an enclosed cove for swimming and excellent picnic grounds. 19 acres. Picnic areas and gazebo. Close to the. Large expanse of open space and small woodland. 21 miles in total. Provides a scenic route from East to West. A well maintained trail used by walkers and birders alike. 12 acres. An abundance of wildlife exists. Natural small pond and caves close by. 36 acres. Some of Bermuda s last endemic vegetation makes it a haven for birds and wildlife. No footpaths penetrating the marsh. Heydon Trust 22 acres. Has trails, picnic area, swimming and a chapel dating from Ely s Harbour, Sandys Breathtaking views of the Great Sound. Hog Bay Park Sandys Lovers Lake Ferry Point Park, St. George s Spittal Pond Nature Reserve South Road, Smith s Parish 38 acres. This park has well maintained trails, vegetable gardens and wooded hillsides with native and endemic vegetation. 5 acres. Very rural open space with small lake. Part of the Railway Trail leads to an old fort. Small beach close by. 34 acres. The largest and most accessible nature reserve. Excellent trails and bird watching observation points. Large variety of wildlife. (Bird Watching, Nature Trails & Tours continued)

13 13 BIRD WATCHING, NATURE TRAILS & TOURS (continued) Bermuda Lectures & Tours Interpretive tours filled with information on the architecture, history and ecology of the 6 Leacraft Hill Road Island s parks, railway trails and local hideaways. Available year round. Enquire about Southampton SB 02 group rates, cycle and special interest tours. Ideal for families with an inquisitive nature. TEL: (441) Tours: hours. FAX: (441) Cost: $15 per person, children under 12 years free. trogers@northrock.bm rate: $40 for parents and up to two children. For more information on bird watching and nature trails contact: The Bermuda Audubon Society or Park Ranger or Conservation Officer P.O. Box HM 1328 Department of Parks (Park Service) Department of Conservation Services Hamilton HM FX P.O. Box HM 20 Shorelands TEL: (441) Hamilton HM AX 17 North Shore Road info@audubon.bm TEL: (441) Hamilton Parish FL 04 WEB: FAX: (441) cahowman@yahoo.com caburt@gov.bm HORSEBACK RIDING ESTABLISHMENT TIMES RATES Spicelands Riding Centre Trail Rides One hour, daily $65 Middle Road Leisurely ride through scenic passes and along South 7am, 10am Warwick Shore beach trails. and 11:30am. TEL: (441) Evening Rides 4pm and 6pm $65 FAX: (441) Monday-Friday (May-September) details on request. seasonal spicelands@northrock.bm Spicelands Riding Centre is in a rural area with a bridle path leading to the South Shore. Trained personnel cater to those interested in riding, ages 12 years and older. All rides strictly at a walking pace. Riding hats are compulsory on trail rides for riders under 18 years (no extra cost). Call for reservations. Horseback riding is available all year. Visitors are welcome whether experienced or inexperienced. All rides are accompanied by qualified instructors. Horses cannot be hired and ridden without supervision as Bermuda has very strict laws regarding horseback riding in public areas, in particular on the public beaches. Reservations required. Horse Shows The BEF is the governing body of equestrian sports Calendar and Details and schedules: in Bermuda. show schedules Bermuda Equestrian can be accessed Federation Horse shows feature hunter jumper, dressage at the BEF website. P.O. Box DV 583 and harness racing and take place at the National Devonshire DV BX Equestrian Centre at Vesey Street, Devonshire. Shows TEL: (441) are held throughout the season (October-May). FAX: (441) Spectators welcome. jacherry@northrock.bm Visitors may also be intersted to know that during WEB: September and early February, the Driving Horse & Pony Club will organise transportation if it is needed to attend their equestrian events at the National Equestrian Centre. Inform the DHPC by calling (441)

14 14 RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR VISITORS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS ESTABLISHMENT TIMES RATES Bermuda Riding for the All riding for special needs persons takes place in Monday-Friday Free, but Disabled Equestrian enclosed arenas with trained personnel to assist. 10am-4pm; donations Centre (BRD) Pre-booking is necessary and prior riding experience Saturday welcome. WindReach Village is required. Riding is provided free but because the 9:30am-12pm. 57 Spice Hill Road BRD is a registered charity, donations are welcomed. Open all year Warwick WK 03 except school TEL: (441) Bermuda Riding for the Disabled is situated in a holidays and FAX: (441) purpose-built facility and provides riding for persons public holidays. brd@ibl.bm with special needs only. Riding hats are compulsory WEB: and are provided. Visitors welcome. ESTABLISHMENT RATES WindReach Founded by Alexander J. Mitchell in 1995, WindReach Recreational Village Free, but Recreational Village is an inclusive and accessible community facility that exists to enrich the donations 57 Spice Hill Road quality of life for people of all abilities, ages and special needs. WindReach welcome. Warwick WK 03 is a four-acre site nestled in the heart of Warwick Parish. It is comprised (P.O. Box WK 654 of the following: Visits by Warwick WK BX) Multi-purpose, 5,000 sq. ft. Activity Centre available for rent for special appointment. TEL: (441) events, seminars, workshops, parties, fundraising events, etc, FAX: (441) Petting Zoo includes miniature horses, a donkey, sheep, goats, birds, WindReach wrrecvil@ibl.bm small animals and fish, is a registered WEB: Sensory Garden and gently winding Sensory Trail delight the senses as Bermuda soft breezes blow through the spice trees, charity, Playground with swings, seesaw, raised sandbox, and a magnificent, No fully accessible treehouse built into a flaming Poinciana Tree delights children of all ages, Campsite ready for evening campfires and singalongs. Overnight camping available, including three accessible cabins, shower and bathroom facilities. : All listings with this icon are fully wheelchair accessible. This includes entrances to and within buildings (and restrooms), and boats for boating activities (including their restrooms). : Activities listed with this icon have either family-oriented programmes available to visitors and/or special rates for families or children. World Heritage Site: In December 2000 the and related Fortifications were inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This information was collected by the Bermuda Department of Tourism and should not be construed as a recommendation but merely as a guide. The Bermuda Department of Tourism has done its best to establish and verify that details are correct at time of production (February 2005); however, terms of reference and information are subject to error and changes without notice bermuda ~