Went over to Codrington College over the weekend, a big plantation turned Christian seminary. The grounds are very nice, perfect for a weekend picnic. They have a koi pond, lots of ducks and nice views over the countryside.
The college was founded with funds from the bequest of Christopher Codrington, who after his death in 1710 left portions of his sugar cane estates – the Codrington Plantations as well as land on Barbados and Barbuda to the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts to establish a college in Barbados. Construction was started in 1714, and the college was eventually opened on 9 September 1745. (Wikipedia)
There is no entry fee.
People are free to come and go as they please, just don't leave your garbage!!
The first graduate was ordained in 1759, and in 1830 the college began exclusively to train students for ordination. This marked it as one of the first theological colleges of the Anglican Church; only St. David's College Lampeter, the General Theological Seminary and Virginia Theological Seminary pre-date it, while Chichester Theological College, the first such college in England, was only opened in 1839. In 1831 the site was almost completely destroyed by a hurricane, but was rebuilt. (Wikipedia)
Ducks!
Stunning pictures!
Nice history @jamtaylor
I particularly love the shots of the duck. It seems to have some attitude:)
Very friendly :) I wouldn't be able to touch it, but I could get very close. Ducks are nice, usually.
Loved the ducks too! Especially the close up of the beak area! UPVOTED!
@kus-knee (The Old Dog)
Very nice
Looks like a beautiful place. That closeup of the duck is outstanding!
It's a pretty cool spot, I go up there every now and then. Lots of nice spots around here :)
Just discovered your steemit posts. Your pictures are stunning!
Thanks!
Nice of the duck to pose for you like that!
wow! great pics!
upvoted for the awesome details on the duck's face
quack!