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Scenic viewpoint presenting panoramic ocean vistas and vibrant sunsets over English Harbour. Features live music, with steel drums and reggae, and popular BBQ evenings, especially on Sundays.
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White-sand beach with clear, calm waters, ideal for sunbathing and swimming. Activities include boat excursions and water sports, complemented by beach bars and a unique floating bar.
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Pristine beach blending calm waters and lively waves, complemented by scenic rock formations and a beach bar with panoramic views. Ideal for swimmers, snorkelers, and wave enthusiasts.
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Pristine beach with clear turquoise waters and soft sand, complemented by calm snorkeling spots, water sports, and shaded areas. Enjoy the serene vibe and scenic sunsets.
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Intimate sanctuary where visitors interact with pigs on a scenic beach, offering educational tours and photo opportunities amidst a relaxed, low-key setting.
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  • Carina W
    10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were visiting on our honeymoon and this site came highly rated! We had awesome food, listened to both a steel drum band (and another band came on later in the night which was equally phenomenal ) and were able to enjoy an amazing sunset and all the kitties that came with it!
    Written December 4, 2024
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  • SGO001
    Toronto, Canada8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to beaches on the western side of Antigua: Dickensen, Jolly, Valley Church, Ffreyes, Little Ffrreyes and Darkwood. All beaches are good with few differences. Water color is turquoise everywhere and sand is soft and white.

    Jolly beach is by far the best beach in Antigua. Soft, white sand and very long and wide beach with gentle slopes. Waves are gentle but still there. Decent mix between being peaceful but still having people around. Another great things was green hills on the back.

    Dickensen Bay was also good but we found it was too busy and also it was not as wide or long as Jolly beach.

    Valley Church beach had steep slope and was actually very narrow. Also sand was not firm on the slopes. But water was more clearer than Jolly and Dickensen.

    Little Ffreyes was also very lovely, perhaps #2 beach in my opinion. Was wider than Valley Church, water was very clear and waves gentle. It wasn't too crowded and had also trees. Nice for someone who wants to spend some relaxing and peaceful time on the beach.

    Ffreyes and Darkwood beaches had very strong waves, and good for those who prefer that.
    Written December 2, 2024
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  • Sunshine825299
    287 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We arranged a taxi from our resort to take us and it was a great experience.
    We live in Norfolk, UK (also known as Nelson's County) so it was very interesting for us to go and see Nelsons Dockyard. It was really surreal to se buildings that would look at home in many parts of the UK just sitting there on the Caribbean island. It was really a fascinating visit and nice break from the beach.
    Written November 9, 2024
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  • SGO001
    Toronto, Canada8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went to beaches on the western side of Antigua: Dickensen, Jolly, Valley Church, Ffreyes, Little Ffrreyes and Darkwood. All beaches are good with few differences. Water color is turquoise everywhere and sand is soft and white.

    Jolly beach is by far the best beach in Antigua. Soft, white sand and very long and wide beach with gentle slopes. Waves are gentle but still there. Decent mix between being peaceful but still having people around. Another great things was green hills on the back.

    Dickensen Bay was also good but we found it was too busy and also it was not as wide or long as Jolly beach.

    Valley Church beach had steep slope and was actually very narrow. Also sand was not firm on the slopes. But water was more clearer than Jolly and Dickensen.

    Little Ffreyes was also very lovely, perhaps #2 beach in my opinion. Was wider than Valley Church, water was very clear and waves gentle. It wasn't too crowded and had also trees. Nice for someone who wants to spend some relaxing and peaceful time on the beach.

    Ffreyes and Darkwood beaches had very strong waves, and good for those who prefer that.
    Written December 2, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Jim W
    Ascot, UK63 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best beach I have ever been on, beautiful, white sands, clear water, easily accessible, and almost no-one else there.

    Quite spectacular. Couple of very friendly guys renting out a pair of sunloungers and an umbrella for USD20 for the day. Fabulous beach bar (my wife asserts the best lobster roll she has ever had, my red snapper was similarly great).

    Wish I could live there all year round, really....(and in general I am not a beach kind of guy)
    Written November 25, 2024
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  • Darlz
    New York42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went here for 2 days and Mario took care of us! He was awesome!! This beach is absolutely gorgeous. Food was good and drinks were good. I highly recommend coming to this beach. It was 15 minutes from our hotel. It was a dream!! Best water and best sand!!
    Written June 9, 2024
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  • SGO001
    Toronto, Canada8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This review is for Little FFreyes beach, which we found to be much better than the main Ffreyes beach.

    We went to beaches on the western side of Antigua: Dickensen, Jolly, Valley Church, Ffreyes, Little Ffrreyes and Darkwood. All beaches are good with few differences. Water color is turquoise everywhere and sand is soft and white.

    Jolly beach is by far the best beach in Antigua. Soft, white sand and very long and wide beach with gentle slopes. Waves are gentle but still there. Decent mix between being peaceful but still having people around. Another great things was green hills on the back.

    Dickensen Bay was also good but we found it was too busy and also it was not as wide or long as Jolly beach.

    Valley Church beach had steep slope and was actually very narrow. Also sand was not firm on the slopes. But water was more clearer than Jolly and Dickensen.

    Little Ffreyes was also very lovely, perhaps #2 beach in my opinion. Was wider than Valley Church, water was very clear and waves gentle. It wasn't too crowded and had also trees. Nice for someone who wants to spend some relaxing and peaceful time on the beach.

    Ffreyes and Darkwood beaches had very strong waves, and good for those who prefer that.
    Written December 2, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
  • Simonett
    Banska Bystrica, Slovakia4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful beach with the most beautiful water we have ever seen. For more privacy I recommend going to the end of the beach.
    Written December 7, 2024
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  • TravelingSoccerLoon
    Saint Paul, MN6,582 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful sight watching the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the rocks which has created the geologic formation, Devil's Bridge. Multiple vendors have set up stalls here which was a bit strange and creates a touristy feel and takes away from the natural beauty of the spot. While it was interesting to see, I would not travel far out of your way to see it. Spending 15 minutes here is enough. However, it would be worth combining with a visit to nearby Betty's Hope Sugar Plantation and to Long Bay Beach
    Written October 1, 2023
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  • Bexy34
    Petts Wood, UK58 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Please visit this beach it is truly amazing. This is one of our favourite beaches in Antigua. Easy to park then you are straight on the beach. We hired 2 loungers and an umbrella for 10 usd each from a nice man who will offer you a lounger when you pull up. Not pushy at all. The water is amazing and the sand is powder soft. Very clear water and good for snorkelling. Please be aware that we visited in the week which was very quiet. We went again on a Sunday and it was very busy with locals playing loud music. Football’s flying past your face while trying to relax and generally really loud. The beach bar there serves good cocktails and food but is quite expensive
    Written November 26, 2024
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  • Mvpo81
    London, UK15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing day trip . Not only do you get to feed and swim with pigs/piglets, but you learn a lot about pigs too.
    Great for all ages very friendly /welcoming and informative. The tours help pay for the pig sanctuary
    Written November 30, 2024
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  • Vcals
    Holbrook, NY896 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful beach that isn’t crowded like other beaches in the Caribbean I have been to. It is very accessible to all the hotel guests and even to people at Five Islands. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in the area.
    Written December 2, 2024
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