About Us

St. Nicholas Abbey is a national treasure of Barbados and its history has spanned more than three centuries encapsulating the culture and legacy of the islands heritage. This iconic great house, plantation and distillery is open to visitors showcasing our past and present through the preservation of the site as a heritage attraction and manufacturing of rum and sugar related products. Our 19th century steam mill operates from January to June allow visitors to experience the process of making rum in a meaningful way linking manufacturing with heritage tourism.