Out of over five hundred sugar windmills that once dotted the Barbados landscape, Morgan Lewis Windmill – named after its first owner – was the last windmill to crush cane, ceasing operations in 1947.

Restored by the National Trust of Barbados, you can don a hard hat and take a short tour that provides insights into the equipment and mechanics of sugar cane processing. Despite research efforts there is sadly little available information on the enslaved population beyond the numbers.

If you’re up to it, climb the stairs to the press itself (see picture below), noting the machete kept nearby (to chop off the labourer’s arm if it got caught in the rollers) – a sobering reminder of how dangerous the work could be.

A small café in the grounds serves light refreshments, and there’s a marvellous ocean view.

Practical Info

Tue–Sat 10am–5pm (closed Dec 24–27)

Grounds & café free

Mill entry BD$10; Guided tour BD$20

By car: Follow Highway 2 NE out of Bridgetown until Shorey Village, then turn right and head up the hill (40min).

By bus: Bus #4A from Princess Alice Bus Terminal (Bridgetown) terminates at Shorey Village (55min); the windmill is a 600m uphill walk from there. Consult the bus timetable.

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Morgan Lewis Mill