Fitzroy Farm Tour
Moderate Activity
Includes snack
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Fitzroy Farm
Get acquainted with the everyday duties of farm life in this rugged and beautiful terrain. Upon arrival, you'll meet farm manager Gilberto, his partner Suzi, plus Fitzroy residents who will answer questions about life and farming in the Falklands. Take a walk to the pen and watch working dogs herd sheep into a shed for shearing and discover how the wool is handled from shearing to market. View a collection of quads/motorbikes and 4x4 vehicles that have replaced the farm's traditional horses.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The farm's sheep, hens, and miniature horses make great photo subjects.
SNACKS
Join community members in Settlement Hall for a break, known locally as a smoko, of homemade cakes and biscuits, scones with cream and jam, and savory pastries.
SHOPPING
You can find locally-crafted souvenirs in Settlement Hall.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
On the drive back back to Stanley, you'll pass by unique local geology formation known as stone runs, and one of the key 1982 Battle Mountains.
Schedule
Special Notes
If weather is incumbent for outdoor activities, hens, sheep, miniature horses can be brought into the hall for viewing. Over 980-foot walk from Settlement Hall to polytunnels/vegetable gardens.
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Moderate Activity
Includes snack
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Fitzroy Farm
Get acquainted with the everyday duties of farm life in this rugged and beautiful terrain. Upon arrival, you'll meet farm manager Gilberto, his partner Suzi, plus Fitzroy residents who will answer questions about life and farming in the Falklands. Take a walk to the pen and watch working dogs herd sheep into a shed for shearing and discover how the wool is handled from shearing to market. View a collection of quads/motorbikes and 4x4 vehicles that have replaced the farm's traditional horses.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The farm's sheep, hens, and miniature horses make great photo subjects.
SNACKS
Join community members in Settlement Hall for a break, known locally as a smoko, of homemade cakes and biscuits, scones with cream and jam, and savory pastries.
SHOPPING
You can find locally-crafted souvenirs in Settlement Hall.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
On the drive back back to Stanley, you'll pass by unique local geology formation known as stone runs, and one of the key 1982 Battle Mountains.
Schedule
Special Notes
If weather is incumbent for outdoor activities, hens, sheep, miniature horses can be brought into the hall for viewing. Over 980-foot walk from Settlement Hall to polytunnels/vegetable gardens.