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Pioneer Cottages
Stanley
Located on Pioneer Row and Drury Street, these cottages were the original colonists' cottages built from 1849 which were brought over in kit form from Britain for the military pensioners who settled on the islands at the time. With the exception of…
1982 Liberation Memorial
Stanley
Situated in a prominent position at the junction of Ross Road and Reservoir Road in Stanley, the Liberation Memorial was constructed to commemorate all the British Forces and supporting units that served in the 1982 war. Funds were raised entirely…
Jhelum Shipwreck
Stanley
West of the 1914 Battle Memorial in Stanley Harbour lies the wreck of the Jhelum. Launched in Liverpool in the UK in 1849, the Jhelum suffered damage on its journey from Callao to Dunkirk around Cape Horn, while carrying a caro of guano for use as…
Gypsy Cove
East Falkland
At just 6.5 km (4 miles) from Stanley, Gypsy Cove is the most accessible wildlife site from the capital city. It is part of the Cape Pembroke peninsula which is a National Nature Reserve. The small bay with its white sand beach is sheltered from…
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.
Cartmell Cottage
Stanley
Situated on Pioneer Row in central Stanley, Cartmell Cottage is part of the Falkland Islands Museum and National Trust. Opened in 2003 after donation to the museum, this pioneer cottage belonged to the mother of Nutt Cartmell and is named in his…
SS Great Britain Mizzen Mast
Stanley
The mizzen mast of the SS Great Britain is mounted proudly on Victory Green in central Stanley. The steam ship was the first of its kind to be constructed, screw propelled and from iron, in 1843 in Bristol (UK) by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Badly…
Cape Pembroke Lighthouse
Stanley
Situated just over seven miles east of Stanley, the lighthouse is located on the most easterly point of the Falklands. Hiking to the lighthouse takes around three hours; alternatively it can be reached by vehicle along a track.
A memorial to…
Falklands Volunteer Service Memorial
Stanley
Situated alongside Boxer Bridge on the outskirts of Stanley, the memorial commemorates the lives of eight “Volunteers” who lost their lives while on active service. They drowned when their boat overturned. During World War One, the Falklands Islands…
Cross of Sacrifice
Stanley
The Cross of Sacrifice was originally erected in 1926 as a World War One Memorial. It now commemorates both World Wars with the addition of a bronze plaque after World War Two. Remembrance parades are held at the Cross annually on Remembrance…
Stanley Golf Club
Stanley
The golf course at Stanley Golf Club is one of the most southerly courses in the world, offering a ruggedly beautiful and challenging golfing experience to satisfy even the most proficient golfers who must cope with the brisk Falklands wind.
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…
Tabernacle Church
Stanley
The Tabernacle was built from a Victorian kit building in 1892 as a place for non-conformist worship, now the United Free Church.
1914 Battle Memorial
Stanley
Located to the west of Government House on Ross Road, Stanley, the memorial commemorates the Battle of the Falklands, fought between British and German fleets on 8th December 1914. A figure of Victory faces east, looking out to sea towards the site…
Government House
Stanley
Situated towards the western end of Stanley on Ross Road, Government House is both the home and the workplace of the Governor of the Falkland Islands. Work began in 1845 to a design by Governor Moody. The central, stone part of the building was the…
HarbourLights Cinema and Event venue
Stanley
The HarbourLights is a multi-purpose cinema and events venue located at the Malvina House Hotel, Stanley.
The 55 seat Cinema, shows the latest Blockbuster and classic films. Enjoy a selection of soft drinks and snacks from the cinema concession’s…
Christ Church Cathedral
Stanley
The most southerly Anglican cathedral in the world, the iconic Christ Church Cathedral was consecrated in 1892 by the first Bishop of the Falkland Islands, Waite Hockin Stirling. This historic building features a cathedral tower with a ring of five…
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.
Different…
Solar System Sculpture Walk
Stanley
Designed and constructed by local sculptor and artist Rob Yssel, this 1:1 billion scale model is made from recycled local materials and is the only one of its kind. All the planets are in line of sight and the sun sculpture can be seen from every…
Whalebone Arch
Stanley
Adjacent to the cathedral is the Whalebone Arch, constructed in 1933 from the jawbones of two blue whales to commemorate the centenary of continuous British administration in the Falklands.
