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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
Weddell Island
Weddell Island, situated to the West of West Falkland, is just over an hour's flight from Stanley. It is the largest offshore island and home to an impressive range of flora and fauna much of which is just walking distance from the settlement. Gentoo and Magellanic penguins abound along with a wide variety of other birdlife plus the added attraction of Patagonian foxes. Marine mammals frequent the coastal waters and rare plants and beautiful wild flowers exist in profusion. The picturesque settlement in Gull Harbour offers peace, quiet and wonderful views in all directions. It is the perfect base from which to explore this vast, captivating, majestic island which will afford the more adventurous walker a true wilderness experience. Accommodation comprises:
‘Mountain View’ a large well equipped 2-storey cottage that sleeps 8 as standard.
‘Sea View’, a well equipped family sized cottage that sleeps 4 as standard.
‘Hamilton’, a well equipped one bedroom cottage, ideally suited to a couple or single person.
All cottages are equipped for self catering and a catered option is also available. A free half-day tour of the Loop Head Nature Reserve is included for groups of 4 or less, staying at least two nights. Camping on the island is also possible by arrangement.
Land owner: Manged by Martin and Jane Beaton
Ph +500 42398 E-mail: weddell@cwimail.fk
