Sandys Parish – Dockyard, Nature and Culture

Sandys Parish is home to the Royal Naval Dockyard, where centuries of maritime history meet modern attractions, art and local crafts. If you travel to the Dockyard by sea, you will arrive at King’s Wharf or Heritage Wharf. As arrival procedures can vary, check the latest information for your travel date before your trip.

History, Art and Crafts

The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard features live glassblowing demonstrations. If you plan to see a demonstration, check before your visit whether it is currently taking place. The National Museum of Bermuda displays, among other things, artifacts from shipwrecks and Bermuda’s role in world history. If particular exhibitions are important to your plans, check the current displays.

At the Craft Market, you can find and take home handcrafted products. Somerset Cricket Club is considered a place where Bermudian culture, cricket, music, food, fashion and family traditions are celebrated. This provides a cultural picture that ranges from crafts to a celebration bringing together sport and traditions.

Local Life and Nature

The Somerset Village area has local shops and quiet lanes. The difference is clear when choosing what interests you: the Dockyard is known for maritime history, modern attractions, art and crafts; Somerset Village is characterized by its shops and quiet lanes. This helps you distinguish between two different experiences within Sandys Parish.

Hog Bay Park offers more than 30 acres of open space across varied terrain. You can watch birds there; 120 species have been sighted in the park. For visitors interested in birdwatching, the park is a clear focal point. Its size and varied terrain add another dimension to this nature-focused experience.

Trails, Views and Open Spaces

If you walk or cycle along the Railway Trail to Fort Scaur, you need to climb the hill to enjoy views of the Great Sound and Ely’s Harbour. The climb is part of the described approach to the viewpoint and is a specific consideration when planning your visit.

For a peaceful walk, consider the Royal Naval Cemetery on the north side of Lagoon Park in Sandys Parish. It is about a five-minute drive south of the Royal Naval Dockyard. Check current access conditions before your walk.

Lodge Point Park is in Sandys, on the way to the Dockyard, and is recommended as an open space. This means that, alongside the viewpoint and the cemetery, there is also a stop specifically recommended as an open space, offering a distinct focus for your visit.

These differences can help you choose what interests you: the Dockyard brings together history, art and crafts; Hog Bay Park focuses on terrain and birdwatching; and Fort Scaur offers views that require a climb up the hill. This lets you decide how to balance culture, nature and views during your stay in Sandys Parish.

Discover more destinations: Somerset Village, Hog Bay, Southampton Parish, Pembroke Parish, Saint George's, Paget Parish

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