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The British Royal family are great patrons of the Falkland Islands with most members having made at least one visit to our shores.

As long ago as 1871, the Duke of Edinburgh, then Prince Alfred, in HMS Galatea returning from New Zealand made a stop in the Falklands. “His Royal Highness was pleased to express himself gratified with his visit.” Some years later in 1957, the present Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, enjoyed a visit on board the Royal yacht Britannia. He described his expedition as “a great success”. “It was a lovely clear sunny day with a sparkling, vivid blue sea against black rocks, dark brown seaweed and almost white sandy beaches with a background of gently rolling grass and heather covered hills.” Prince Philip returned in 1991.

In recent years, Prince Charles, Prince Andrew, Princess Anne and Prince Edward have all paid visits to the Islands. Each has toured the Islands on itineraries designed to appeal to their individual interests whilst carrying out royal duties.

Prince Andrew fought as a Royal Navy helicopter pilot in 1982, returned to open Mount Pleasant in 1985 and then again to partake in the 20^th anniversary commemorations and open a new Primary School building. He is a patron of Falklands Conservation.

Prince William spent time based at Mount Pleasant as pilot of the Search and Rescue helicopter. Residents of all ages were pleased to meet with him when he made a visit to Stanley.

The British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher visited the Falklands for the first time on 10^th January 1983 to mark the 150^th anniversary of the establishment of British settlement. She commented “I was deeply touched by the warmth and kindness of the welcome I received everywhere I went and from everyone I met.” 10^th January is known as “Margaret Thatcher Day” and a bust is located on Thatcher Drive in memoriam of her decision to send the British Task Force in 1982.

Ernest Shackleton, the Antarctic explorer came to the Falklands to organise the rescue of his men from Elephant Island. He is said to have commented that his room in the Governor’s house was colder than the Antarctic but this did not deter his son, Edward Shackleton, who arrived in 1976. Edward visited many parts of the Islands, authoring a report which set out recommendations for the future of the Islands. The Garter Banner of Edward Shackleton now hangs in Christ Church Cathedral on his request.

Charles Darwin was just a young man when he came to the Falklands. He was fascinated by the stone runs and impressed with his fossil finds which led, in part, to his later famous theories.

Ben Fogle found fame initially from his appearance in the BBC programme “Castaway” which resulted in an invitation to the Falklands to experience everyday life in a truly remote community. He wrote and spoke fondly of his time here and many of his observations and experiences still ring true today. Ben helped out with bread making, rounding up horses, catching fish and started the annual “Tumbledown Run” for Stanley school children. He loved photographing the wildlife but especially meeting the people who pleased to welcome him to their homes.

Dame Ellen MacArthur was enthusiastically greeted by Islanders on more than one occasion. She had sailed past the Falklands on round-the-world challenges but was determined to visit. Dame Ellen was subsequently inspired by a meeting with Islander Sally Poncet to take part in an albatross survey in South Georgia.

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2 Para Memorial

Goose Green, East Falkland

Located close to Darwin on the hill overlooking Goose Green, the 2 Para Memorial commemorates the battle for Goose Green fought on 28th and 29th May 1982. A tall cross stands atop a stone plinth with poppy wreaths at the foot. The memorial plaque...
1982 Memorial Wood

Stanley

Memorial Wood is located close to the Stanley Cemetery, an area set aside to commemorate members of the British forces who served and died during the 1982 Falklands War.
Mount Tumbledown Memorial

Stanley

Overlooking Stanley from the west, Mount Tumbledown was the site of one of the final battles prior to the Argentine surrender in Stanley. The Scots Guards arrived here by way of the “Intrepid” from San Carlos, landing in Fitzroy on 6th June. A cross...
Whalebone Display

Stanley

Located on Dairy Paddock Road, this display of whale skeletons has been created by anti-whaling campaigner Mike Butcher to show the full magnificence of these animals.
Darwin Corral

Darwin, East Falkland

The carefully restored stone corral retains much evidence of the lives of early settlers from the 1830s with 'galpon' and turf walls.
Learjet Memorial

Pebble Island

Located at the west end of Pebble Island, close to Marble Mountain, a memorial commemorates the lost lives of five Argentine airmen whose Learjet crashed in the area after it was hit by a Sea Dart missile fired from HMS Exeter on 7 June 1982 during...
Sapper Hill Memorial

Stanley

Sapper Hill overlooks Stanley, the capital of the Falklands, situated on East Falkland. It is an easy walk or drive to the summit on a rocky track. The memorial is close to the top of the hill and commemorates the Corps of the Royal Engineers.
Port Harriet Nature Reserve

East Falkland

Port Harriet is located close to Stanley, the Islands’ capital, on East Falkland. Gentoo penguins breed here and many other birds can be seen including southern giant petrels, skuas, turkey vultures, rock cormorants, kelp gulls and Falklands...
Jason Islands

Jason Islands

The Jason Island group is named after a survey vessel, HMS Jason and located in the extreme northwest of the Falklands peninsula. This rocky-ridged chain of islands boasts breathtaking scenery and amazing wildlife.
Stanley

Stanley

Stretched along the sheltered harbour, the colourful buildings of Stanley bid a warm and friendly welcome to all visitors. Our tiny capital city is village-sized but has the amenities you would expect of a large town and lots to discover.
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Sea Lion Island

Sea Lion Island

Located in the southeast of the archipelago, Sea Lion Island is recognised under the Ramsar Convention. The terrain is mainly low lying but with spectacular cliffs at the southern end. Tussac grass proliferates, providing the perfect habitat for a...
Port Stephens

Port Stephens, West Falkland

Located in the southwest of West Falkland, tucked into a tiny corner of a large, open harbour, Port Stephens offers fantastic wildlife and walking opportunities. Gentoo, Magellanic and rockhopper penguins breed here along with many other species of...
Antarctic Monument (Southern Element)

Stanley

The Antarctic Monument is dedicated to the 28 men and one woman of the British Antarctic Survey who have died in the Antarctic since the first permanent research base was established in 1944. The monument is located in the Historic Dockyard and its...
Victory Green

Stanley

Situated in central Stanley, the Islands’ capital on East Falkland, Victory Green is an attractive stretch of land alongside the harbour wall. This is a lovely place to sit on a sunny day, with views to the north side of Stanley Harbour with wooden...
Lyn Blake Nature Reserve

West Falkland

Situated at Hawk’s Nest Pond on West Falkland, the Lyn Blake Nature Reserve was formally opened by Falklands Conservation in 2013. A beautiful wetland area, it is home to many wading birds and offers a pleasant walk over easy ground. Self-catering...
Atlantic Conveyor Memorial

Stanley

A memorial to those lost on the Atlantic Conveyor during the Falklands War at Cape Pembroke, featuring a propellor and shaft aligned on a magnetic bearing of 62 degrees to indicate the point, 90 miles out to sea, where the ship sank.
Warrah River

West Falkland

Located in the northern part of West Falkland, the Warrah river is relatively short but wide with a reputation for size and quality of fish rather than quantity. The river rises in the foothills of Mount Robinson and Muffler Jack mountains running...
Murrell Farm

East Falkland

The Murrrell Farm is located close to Stanley, the Islands’ capital, and is a short journey by road. It is a working farm with sheep and cattle. It is run in a traditional way with butter made from farm produce and peat cut by hand to heat to the...
Carcass Island

Carcass Island

Named after HMS Carcass which visited in the late 18th century, Carcass Island is located in the northwest of the Falklands archipelago. The terrain is varied with rocky ridges, steep cliffs, open plains, white sand beaches and pretty coves.
1914 Battle Memorial Wall

Stanley

Situated close to the main Battle Memorial in Stanley, this lovely little wall was constructed to mark the centenary of two World War One sea battles. It has plaques detailing the Battle of Coronel, the Battle of the Falklands and the key players...

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2 Para Memorial

1982 Memorial Wood

Mount Tumbledown Memorial

Whalebone Display

Darwin Corral

Learjet Memorial

Sapper Hill Memorial

Port Harriet Nature Reserve

Jason Islands

Stanley

Sea Lion Island

Port Stephens

Antarctic Monument (Southern Element)

Victory Green

Lyn Blake Nature Reserve

Atlantic Conveyor Memorial

Warrah River

Murrell Farm

Carcass Island

1914 Battle Memorial Wall