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A rich history
From early settlements and gaucho corrals to ship wrecks, monuments and distinctive architecture, there is much to delight the history enthusiast.
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Stanley Jetty
Cruise ship passengers at Stanley's jetty
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Falkland Colours
A weathered shed and its spectacular backdrop on Carcass Island; inspiration for artists and photographers alike
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Aerial view of Stanley
A view of Stanley dotted with the bright colours typical of this seaside town.
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Government House
First built in the 1840s, Government House is the residence of His Excellency the Governor.
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Bluff Cove Lagoon
Beautiful blue skies, the long white sandy beach and colourful foliage characterise Bluff Cove Lagoon (c) Hattie Kilmartin
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A Falklands beach
Light surf on a typical coastline (c) S Cameron
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Gorse in full bloom
Spring on Pebble Island (c) A White
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Old House Stream
Old and new river crossings at the Old House Stream, Chartres, West Falkland
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Port Howard
The road takes you through the West Falkland settlement and to the ferry terminal
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Port Edgar
North and South Head in Port Edgar
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Sunset at Weddell Island
Resemblng a volcano, the sun goes down in a blaze of glory (c) M Beaton
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Golden seal
A seal basks at dusk on Sea Lion Island
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Escaping penguin
A Gentoo penguin makes a frantic effort to reach the beach as a seal closes in behind it
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Albatross
Black-Browed Albatross in flight (c) G Moulds
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Weddell Island
Sundown gives the bay a golden glow
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Driving in convoy
Visitors are ferried back from Bluff Cove Lagoon (c) Hattie Kilmartin
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Getting ready for shearing
Sheep are gathered from the nearby hills ready for shearing at Bluff Cove Farm (c) Hattie Kilmartin
Hill Cove
The charming settlement of Hill Cove has plenty to offer visitors – sea and freshwater fishing, birdwatching, walking and beachcombing. Comfortable homestay accommodation is available here. It is also possible to participate in farm work at certain times of the year. Relax with a book, make friends with the farm animals, including miniature ponies, or take a walk to the Falklands largest forest nearby. Keen walkers may wish to attempt Mount Adam, the highest peak on the West. Tours available to various locations on the West with opportunities to observe the wildlife or go fishing.
Land owner: Various owners in the area - please contact the Tourist Board for details or ask your accommodation provider
Access: By road, allow 80 minutes drive from Port Howard, FIGAS
Flora/fauna: Several birds including black-chinned siskin and thrush, Hill Cove forest
Activities: Sea and freshwater fishing, birdwatching, hiking and beachcombing, experience farm life, self-drive exploration, Tours
Accommodation: West Lagoons Farm Holidays (full board/farm stay) Peter and Shelley Nightingale
Ph +500 41194 E-mail: shelley@cwimail.fk
