Christ Church Parish, Barbados
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The parish
of Christ Church is one of eleven historic political division
s of Barbados
. It has a land area of 57 km² (22 sq mi) and is found at the southern end of the island. Christ Church has survived by name as one of the original six parishes created in 1629 by Governor Sir William Tufton.
The parish contains the Sir Grantley Adams International Airport
as well as the last remaining mangrove swamp in the country, the Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary
. Under Barbados's historic vestry
, the main parish church
was originally seated near Dover. After it and the courtyard were destroyed by flood in 1669, the main parish church
moved to Oistins area, becoming the main town and former capital
of the parish.
Another notable area of Christ Church is Saint Lawrence Gap, which is the most lively tourist area on the island. Many of the taverns and clubs in St. Lawrence are frequented by locals and tourists alike.
direction along this track for about 100 metms to the junction with another track, then in a westerly direction along this track for about 500 metres to its junction with another track; then along this track in a southerly direction for about 30 metres to its junction with another track; then for approximately 200 metres along this track to the junction with another track. This is the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, Christ Church and St. Michael. This point is marked by a monument.
with St. Michael: – Starting from the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, St. Michael, and Christ Church and proceeding in a southerly direction along the plantation track and the boundary between the residential development called Fort George Heights and the Kent House residential development to the junction of the boundary with the public road called Highway R; then in a westerly direction along Highway R to its junction at Wildey with the Airport to West Coast Highway; then in a southerly direction along this Highway to its merging at Clapham with the public road called Highway 6; then in a north-westerly direction along Highway 6 to its junction with the public road called Observatory Road; then in a southerly direction along Observatory Road to its junction with the public road called Fordes Road, then in a south-westerly, north-westerly and northerly direction along Fordes Road, Bonnett’s Road and Brittons New Road to its junction with Dalkeith Hill; then in a westerly direction along Dalkeith Hill to its junction with Deighton Road; then in a generally southerly direction along Deighton Road to its junction with Dayrells Road; then in a south-westerly, north-westerly and westerly direction along Dayrells Road to its junction at the Garrison with Dalkeith Road; then in a generally south-westerly direction along Dalkeith Road to its junction with the public road called Highway 7; then directly across Highway 7 and continuing in a south-westerly direction along the road leading to Gravesend Beach and directly to the sea.
with St. Philip: – Starting from the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, St. Philip and Christ Church and proceeding in an easterly direction along Highway 5 to its junction at Brereton with an unclassified road; then in a southerly direction along this road to its junction with what was once the old railway line but is now an unclassified road; then in an easterly direction along this road to its junction at Carrington Sugar Factory with another unclassified road: then in a south-easterly and southerly direction to its junction with another unclassified road; then in an easterly direction along this road to its junction north of Woodboume Plantation yard with an unclassified road leading into the plantation yard; then in a southerly and south-easterly direction (through the plantation yard) along this road to its junction with the public road called Highway 6; then directly across Highway 6 to continue along the unclassified road in a generally south-easterly direction to merge into the public road at Walronds and then continue in a generally easterly direction along the unclassified road to its junction with the unclassified road leading to Hopefield Plantation; then in a southerly direction along this road (with an eastward diversion around the buildings) to its junction west of the Airport Radar Station with another unclassified road; then eastwards along this road to its junction, east of the Airport Radar Station, with another unclassified road; then in a southerly direction along this road to its junction at Spencers with the public road called Highway 7; then in an easterly and north-easterly direction along Highway 7 to its junction with a track to the west of Rock Hall Village; then in a south-easterly, easterly and southerly direction along this track to a point on the cliff edge to the east of the Airport boundary fence (monument B.17); then in a southerly direction to the sea.
has its head office on the property of Grantley Adams International Airport
. The District A & C Court maintains a seat in Saint Matthias, and the District B Court in Oistins. The Royal Barbados Police Force maintains posts located as Hastings, and Worthings; and the Barbados Postal Service at Oistins and Worthings.
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Seaston Hse Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
Rockley Clinic Rockley Christ Church
Rockley Clinic Rockley Christ Church Barbados
Carleigh Hse Golf Club Rd Christ Church Barbados
24 HOUR SERVICE
Michael Charles Dr
Claudia Martindale Dr
Roger Sealy Dr
Lisa Monroe Dr
Winston Batson Dr
Andrea Bradshaw Dr
Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
NovaMed Family Clinic
Supercentre Complex Sargeants Vlge Christ Church Barbados
Sheringham Gdns Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
Harmony Centre Cnr Pilgrim Rd & Lowland Rd Christ Church Barbados
NovaMed Family Clinic
Supercentre Complex Sargeants Vlge Christ Church Barbados
Quendale Marine Gdns Christ Church Barbados
Maxwell Coast Rd Christ Church Barbados
Hilper
Sheringham Gdns Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
Little Welches Christ Church Barbados
Elcourt Clinic Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
Maxwell Coast Rd Christ Church Barbados
Carleigh House Golf Club Rd Barbados
Palmer College USA
Rockley Terr Behind Quayside Christ Church Barbados
Montrose Medical
W H Golden Plaza Montrose Christ Church Barbados
Little Welches Christ Church Barbados
(On Call 24 Hours)
Gall Hill Medical Clinic Christ Church Barbados
Oistins Family Clinic Barbados
Rockley Terr Behind Quayside Christ Church Barbados
Vauxhall Christ Church Barbados
Creative Health Family Practice Worthing View Christ Church Barbados
Seaston Hse Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
Avatar Medical Clinic Sheraton Mall Christ Church Barbados
General Practice
Bellingham Medical Services
3 Peronne Vlge W'thing Christ Church Barbados
4 Peronne Vlge Worthing Christ Church Barbados
Charnocks Rd Christ Church Barbados
94 Arawak Rd Chancery Ln Terr Christ Church Barbados
Walcott Michael Dr D AC CMD
2 Skyway Plaza Hstgs Clinic Christ Church Barbados
9 Skyway Plaza Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
4th Ave Dover Christ Church Barbados
South Coast Medical Clinic
Abergeldie Dayrells Rd Christ Church Barbados
Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Unit Barbados
SUPERCENTRE OISTINS
Dispensary Barbados
Maxwell Main Rd Christ Church Barbados
Health & Lifestyle Home Products
Shak Shak Complex Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
Bideford Brownes Gap Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
Medical & Industrial Instruments
9 & 10 Canevale Christ Church Barbados
Rendezvous Crt R'vous Christ Church Barbados
Abergeldie Dayrells Rd Christ Church Barbados
Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Unit Barbados
Circle G Gibbons Christ Church Barbados
3 Gibbons Boggs Christ Church Barbados
Pilgrim Place Christ Church Barbados
Super Centre Ltd
PLAZA WORTHING CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - C Lynch Barbados
VILLAGE CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - P Chase Barbados
CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - T Rollock Barbados
Sheraton Centre Christ Church Barbados
126 Seaclusion Rd Atlantic Shores Christ Church BB17127 Barbados
Church Hill Rd Christ Church Barbados
Briar Hall Rd Kendall Hill Christ Church Barbados
Hastings Plaza Christ Church Barbados
Rendezvous Crt Suite A Christ Church Barbados
22 Peronne Vlge Christ Church Barbados
The Body Studio
Rockley Golf Club Rockley Christ Church Barbados
There is also a number of public service vehicles which serve Christ Church.
once housed a submarine and Coast Guard station. A jetty facility is also located for fisher-folk to unload seafood at the Oistins market and an offshore mooring is available for fuel delivery for the island.
Parishes of Barbados
The country of Barbados is currently subdivided into sub-regions known as parishes. According to the Act of the Barbados Parliament they are officially styled as the "Parish of as opposed to the U.S. styled naming convention with the name "Parish" coming after the name...
of Christ Church is one of eleven historic political division
Political division
A political division is a term of art of geography defining the concept of a geographic region accepted to be in the jurisdiction of a particular government entity...
s of Barbados
Barbados
Barbados is an island country in the Lesser Antilles. It is in length and as much as in width, amounting to . It is situated in the western area of the North Atlantic and 100 kilometres east of the Windward Islands and the Caribbean Sea; therein, it is about east of the islands of Saint...
. It has a land area of 57 km² (22 sq mi) and is found at the southern end of the island. Christ Church has survived by name as one of the original six parishes created in 1629 by Governor Sir William Tufton.
The parish contains the Sir Grantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport , is found in Seawell, Christ Church on the island of Barbados. The former name of the airport was Seawell Airport before being dedicated in honour of the first Premier of Barbados, Sir Grantley Herbert Adams in 1976. The airport's timezone is GMT –4, and is...
as well as the last remaining mangrove swamp in the country, the Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary
Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary
The Graeme Hall Nature Sanctuary is home to Graeme Hall Swamp, a mangrove swamp and popular tourist attraction in Christ Church, Barbados. It is an example of the coastal swamps which once dotted the leeward coast of Barbados from Speightstown to Chancery Lane...
. Under Barbados's historic vestry
Vestry
A vestry is a room in or attached to a church or synagogue in which the vestments, vessels, records, etc., are kept , and in which the clergy and choir robe or don their vestments for divine service....
, the main parish church
Christ Church Parish Church
The current Christ Church Parish Church located in Oistins, Christ Church, Barbados was built in 1935 and is the fifth parish church on the site. At various times the previous structures have all been destroyed by natural disasters including flood, fire or hurricanes.The original Parish church...
was originally seated near Dover. After it and the courtyard were destroyed by flood in 1669, the main parish church
Church of England parish church
A parish church in the Church of England is the church which acts as the religious centre for the people within the smallest and most basic Church of England administrative region, known as a parish.-Parishes in England:...
moved to Oistins area, becoming the main town and former capital
Christ Church Parish Church
The current Christ Church Parish Church located in Oistins, Christ Church, Barbados was built in 1935 and is the fifth parish church on the site. At various times the previous structures have all been destroyed by natural disasters including flood, fire or hurricanes.The original Parish church...
of the parish.
Another notable area of Christ Church is Saint Lawrence Gap, which is the most lively tourist area on the island. Many of the taverns and clubs in St. Lawrence are frequented by locals and tourists alike.
Towns, villages, and hamlets
Parishes bordering Christ Church
- Saint George - North
- Saint Michael - West
- Saint Philip - East
Defined Boundaries
with St. George: – Starting from the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, St. Philip and Christ Church and proceeding in a generally westerly and south-westerly direction along Highway 5 to its junction at South District with the unclassified road leading to Edgerton and Staple Grove; then in a southerly direction along this road to its junction about 250 metres south of the entrance to Edgerton Plantation with a track; then in a westerly direction along this track for approximately 750 metres to its junction with another track; then in a northerlydirection along this track for about 100 metms to the junction with another track, then in a westerly direction along this track for about 500 metres to its junction with another track; then along this track in a southerly direction for about 30 metres to its junction with another track; then for approximately 200 metres along this track to the junction with another track. This is the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, Christ Church and St. Michael. This point is marked by a monument.
with St. Michael: – Starting from the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, St. Michael, and Christ Church and proceeding in a southerly direction along the plantation track and the boundary between the residential development called Fort George Heights and the Kent House residential development to the junction of the boundary with the public road called Highway R; then in a westerly direction along Highway R to its junction at Wildey with the Airport to West Coast Highway; then in a southerly direction along this Highway to its merging at Clapham with the public road called Highway 6; then in a north-westerly direction along Highway 6 to its junction with the public road called Observatory Road; then in a southerly direction along Observatory Road to its junction with the public road called Fordes Road, then in a south-westerly, north-westerly and northerly direction along Fordes Road, Bonnett’s Road and Brittons New Road to its junction with Dalkeith Hill; then in a westerly direction along Dalkeith Hill to its junction with Deighton Road; then in a generally southerly direction along Deighton Road to its junction with Dayrells Road; then in a south-westerly, north-westerly and westerly direction along Dayrells Road to its junction at the Garrison with Dalkeith Road; then in a generally south-westerly direction along Dalkeith Road to its junction with the public road called Highway 7; then directly across Highway 7 and continuing in a south-westerly direction along the road leading to Gravesend Beach and directly to the sea.
with St. Philip: – Starting from the meeting point of the parishes of St. George, St. Philip and Christ Church and proceeding in an easterly direction along Highway 5 to its junction at Brereton with an unclassified road; then in a southerly direction along this road to its junction with what was once the old railway line but is now an unclassified road; then in an easterly direction along this road to its junction at Carrington Sugar Factory with another unclassified road: then in a south-easterly and southerly direction to its junction with another unclassified road; then in an easterly direction along this road to its junction north of Woodboume Plantation yard with an unclassified road leading into the plantation yard; then in a southerly and south-easterly direction (through the plantation yard) along this road to its junction with the public road called Highway 6; then directly across Highway 6 to continue along the unclassified road in a generally south-easterly direction to merge into the public road at Walronds and then continue in a generally easterly direction along the unclassified road to its junction with the unclassified road leading to Hopefield Plantation; then in a southerly direction along this road (with an eastward diversion around the buildings) to its junction west of the Airport Radar Station with another unclassified road; then eastwards along this road to its junction, east of the Airport Radar Station, with another unclassified road; then in a southerly direction along this road to its junction at Spencers with the public road called Highway 7; then in an easterly and north-easterly direction along Highway 7 to its junction with a track to the west of Rock Hall Village; then in a south-easterly, easterly and southerly direction along this track to a point on the cliff edge to the east of the Airport boundary fence (monument B.17); then in a southerly direction to the sea.
Government
The Barbados Civil Aviation DepartmentBarbados Civil Aviation Department
The Barbados Civil Aviation Department is the civil aviation authority of Barbados. It has its headquarters on the property of Sir Grantley Adams International Airport in Christ Church...
has its head office on the property of Grantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport , is found in Seawell, Christ Church on the island of Barbados. The former name of the airport was Seawell Airport before being dedicated in honour of the first Premier of Barbados, Sir Grantley Herbert Adams in 1976. The airport's timezone is GMT –4, and is...
. The District A & C Court maintains a seat in Saint Matthias, and the District B Court in Oistins. The Royal Barbados Police Force maintains posts located as Hastings, and Worthings; and the Barbados Postal Service at Oistins and Worthings.
House constituencies
- Christ Church-East
- Christ Church-Centre East
- Christ Church-Centre West
- Christ Church-West
- Christ Church-South
Economy
The head office of REDjet is located at Grantley Adams International AirportGrantley Adams International Airport
Grantley Adams International Airport , is found in Seawell, Christ Church on the island of Barbados. The former name of the airport was Seawell Airport before being dedicated in honour of the first Premier of Barbados, Sir Grantley Herbert Adams in 1976. The airport's timezone is GMT –4, and is...
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Notable persons
- Shirley ChisholmShirley ChisholmShirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm was an American politician, educator, and author. She was a Congresswoman, representing New York's 12th Congressional District for seven terms from 1969 to 1983. In 1968, she became the first black woman elected to Congress...
, the first black woman elected to the United States House of RepresentativesUnited States House of RepresentativesThe United States House of Representatives is one of the two Houses of the United States Congress, the bicameral legislature which also includes the Senate.The composition and powers of the House are established in Article One of the Constitution...
, lived in Christ Church with her maternal grandmother for a large part of her childhood. - Doug E. FreshDoug E. FreshDouglas E. Davis , better known by the stage name Doug E. Fresh, is an American rapper, record producer, and beat boxer, also known as the Human Beat Box...
, the famous beatboxer and rapper (prominent in the 80's and 90's) was born here. - Jaicko LawrenceJaickoJaicko is a Bajan contemporary pop music singer/songwriter signed to Capitol Records. Born Jaicko Lawrence on August 6, 1991 in Christ Church, Barbados, Jaicko has been nominated for six Barbados Music Awards, including Best Pop Single, Pop/R&B Artist Of The Year, Songwriter Of The Year, and Album...
, contemporary pop music singer/songwriter. - Jefferson Jones (cricketer)Jefferson Jones (cricketer)Jefferson Harcourt Jones is a Barbadian born former English cricketer. Jones was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm fast-medium. He was born at Christ Church, Barbados....
(1954- ), born at Christ Church before moving to England where he played cricket for BerkshireBerkshire County Cricket ClubBerkshire County Cricket Club is one of the county clubs which make up the Minor Counties in the English domestic cricket structure, representing the historic county of Berkshire and playing in the Minor Counties Championship and MCCA Knockout Trophy....
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Healthcare Providers/Facilities
- Barbados Fertility Centre
Seaston Hse Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
- Birchwood Gillian Dr
Rockley Clinic Rockley Christ Church
- Dasilva P Abdon Dr (Family Physician)
Rockley Clinic Rockley Christ Church Barbados
- Donawa Marc Dr
Carleigh Hse Golf Club Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Elcourt Clinic
24 HOUR SERVICE
Michael Charles Dr
Claudia Martindale Dr
Roger Sealy Dr
Lisa Monroe Dr
Winston Batson Dr
Andrea Bradshaw Dr
- Carolyn Myrie Dr (Physical Therapy)
Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
- Evelyn Kristi-Anne Bsc MBBS Dr
NovaMed Family Clinic
Supercentre Complex Sargeants Vlge Christ Church Barbados
- Flower Cindy Dr (Rheumatology)
Sheringham Gdns Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
- Fortune Dr Jodi-Elen
Harmony Centre Cnr Pilgrim Rd & Lowland Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Gill Carol MBBS Dr
NovaMed Family Clinic
Supercentre Complex Sargeants Vlge Christ Church Barbados
- Goddard Roger Dr
Quendale Marine Gdns Christ Church Barbados
- Grant C M A Dr
Maxwell Coast Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Hassell Anne-Marie Dr (Pulmonologist)
Hilper
Sheringham Gdns Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
- Hinds Ronald Dr
Little Welches Christ Church Barbados
- Hoyos Michael Dr
Elcourt Clinic Maxwell Christ Church Barbados
- Hunte Danielle Dr
Maxwell Coast Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Jacobs Carol Dr
Carleigh House Golf Club Rd Barbados
- Maddalone Dawn Dr Chiropractor
Palmer College USA
Rockley Terr Behind Quayside Christ Church Barbados
- Mayers-LLoyd Deshia Dr
Montrose Medical
W H Golden Plaza Montrose Christ Church Barbados
- Moseley Ronald Dr
Little Welches Christ Church Barbados
- Myers Donovan St D Dr (Family Physician)
(On Call 24 Hours)
Gall Hill Medical Clinic Christ Church Barbados
- Rangaiah P Dr Family Practice
Oistins Family Clinic Barbados
- Reece-Walcott G Lesley Dr (General Practitioner)
Rockley Terr Behind Quayside Christ Church Barbados
- Rock Anthony Dr (Family Physician)
Vauxhall Christ Church Barbados
- Sandiford Kathyann Dr
Creative Health Family Practice Worthing View Christ Church Barbados
- Skinner Juliet Dr MRCOG MRCPI (Obs/Gyn)
Seaston Hse Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
- Smith Robin Dr MBBS DThM
Avatar Medical Clinic Sheraton Mall Christ Church Barbados
- Watson Kelley Dr
General Practice
Bellingham Medical Services
3 Peronne Vlge W'thing Christ Church Barbados
- Premium Home Care Doctor & Nursing Services
4 Peronne Vlge Worthing Christ Church Barbados
- De-Rose Senior Citizen Home
Charnocks Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Nu-Life Nursing & Convalescent Home
94 Arawak Rd Chancery Ln Terr Christ Church Barbados
- Integrated Natural Health Clinic
Walcott Michael Dr D AC CMD
2 Skyway Plaza Hstgs Clinic Christ Church Barbados
- Eden Ozone Therapy Centres
9 Skyway Plaza Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
- Dialysis Clinic (Barbados) The
4th Ave Dover Christ Church Barbados
South Coast Medical Clinic
- 4 Peronne Vlge Worthing Christ Church Barbados
- World Health Organization
Abergeldie Dayrells Rd Christ Church Barbados
Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Unit Barbados
- Knights Pharmacies
SUPERCENTRE OISTINS
Dispensary Barbados
- Lasco (Barbados) Ltd
Maxwell Main Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Lifetime Investments
Health & Lifestyle Home Products
Shak Shak Complex Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
- A A Laquis (Barbados) Ltd
Bideford Brownes Gap Hstgs Christ Church Barbados
- Instru-Tech
Medical & Industrial Instruments
9 & 10 Canevale Christ Church Barbados
- S K Total Health Pharmacy Inc
Rendezvous Crt R'vous Christ Church Barbados
- Pan American Health Organization
Abergeldie Dayrells Rd Christ Church Barbados
Emergency Preparedness & Disaster Unit Barbados
Fresh Food Markets/Produce Stands
- A C Fruit Growers Ltd
Circle G Gibbons Christ Church Barbados
- S B N Farm
3 Gibbons Boggs Christ Church Barbados
- R & R Convenience
Pilgrim Place Christ Church Barbados
Super Centre Ltd
- SUPERCENTRE BIG B - PERONNE
PLAZA WORTHING CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - C Lynch Barbados
- SUPERCENTRE JB'S - SARGEANT'S
VILLAGE CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - P Chase Barbados
- SUPERCENTRE OISTINS - OISTINS
CHRIST CHURCH
Manager - T Rollock Barbados
Gyms
- Ocean 2 Fitness Club & Gym Southern Plaza Oistins Christ Church Barbados
- Body Care 4 U Fit For Life
Sheraton Centre Christ Church Barbados
- ANNU Institute
126 Seaclusion Rd Atlantic Shores Christ Church BB17127 Barbados
- Christ Church Parish Church Fitness Centre
Church Hill Rd Christ Church Barbados
- Fit Kidz
Briar Hall Rd Kendall Hill Christ Church Barbados
- Fitness Zone The
Hastings Plaza Christ Church Barbados
- Pace Fitness For Women
Rendezvous Crt Suite A Christ Church Barbados
- Red Zen Pilates Studio
22 Peronne Vlge Christ Church Barbados
The Body Studio
Rockley Golf Club Rockley Christ Church Barbados
Road
The primary roads in Christ Church to the rest of the island all originate in the Parish of St. Michael and include: the ABC Highway, H5, H6, and H7.There is also a number of public service vehicles which serve Christ Church.
Sea
The town of OistinsOistins
The coastal town of Oistins is an area located in the country of Barbados. Situated in the southern portion of the parish of Christ Church, Oistins operates mostly as a fishing village and a tourist hang out, and is the location of the parish church for Christ Church...
once housed a submarine and Coast Guard station. A jetty facility is also located for fisher-folk to unload seafood at the Oistins market and an offshore mooring is available for fuel delivery for the island.