Fort Haldane — Attraction in Port Maria

This would be a 1-star attraction if not for the love put into the place by volunteer caretakers such as our gentleman guide Jahilla. Jahilla is a 5-star soul and tries his best to maintain the area.

The gate was closed but he happened to be nearby clearing brush and showed us around. Never asked for anything for the tour but we did leave a small donation. He had some interesting and insightful things to say about the history. This place has an incredible view and is rich in history. It's a shame the Jamaican government has turned their back on the upkeep and is currently not offering any support or pay for the few people that have kept the space clear of vandals. Please do stop in and show your support. It is well worth the visit and I know that with a little help, Jahilla & his friends would have this place in...

The gate was locked but I knew Michael or Arthur were inside and Michael came out and opened the gate. The site suffers from neglect, the brush needs to be cut back. I've been to other historicals but none as neglected as this. The driveway to the gate needs to be cleared and a port o san placed there for the minibus drivers. The path is walkable past the quarters and the Armory is overgrown. Further along is the first cannon, then one on the ground, a second railed cannon and one set vertically. One more rests on a tree trunk. Michael had discourse on the fort and the town where Marcus Garvey once worked, Port Maria. At the bottom of the hill is the St. Mary Parish Church and the cenotaph for the WWI members of the West Indies Regiment. Behind it is the memorial to the Easter Rebellion and the...

I wish more was done for location. In ruins. Canons still there and veiw is wonderful but definitely needs help. Would be a...