Fort Barrington

Antigua


Fort Barrington was built by the British in 1779 atop Goat Hill to protect the entrance to St John's Harbour from French attack. Those who tackle the brief but steep climb up here can clamber around the partly overgrown ruins and enjoy panoramic views of the harbor, Deep Bay and the wide open sea.


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