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About Sunbury
Sunbury Plantation Great House dates back to the 1600's and today is beautifully maintained as one of the oldest plantation homes in the region, filled with majestic furniture and intriguing antiques including an over 270-year old mahogany dining table.
In the late 1800's and early 1900's the Barbados Railway included a stop at Sunbury Plantation, one of four train stations in the parish of St. Philip.
We invite you to come and have your wedding at Sunbury which could include your marriage ceremony in the multitude of spectacular settings all including the tropical ambiance of Sunbury. You can then continue with your wedding reception in a range of stunning spaces within the property, These include the expansive garden area, the old Bell House or the covered Pavilion. There is also a rare opportunity to host a fine dining experience in the Great House around the 270 year old, 30 seater, historic mahogany table.
A peek into history
A peek into history
A peek into history
Built in 1660 by Matthew Chapman, the house transferred hands through many planters and families who historically relied on the production of sugarcane as its main economic activity.
The original name of Sunbury was Chapman’s Plantation, then Branker’s Plantation. During the ownership of the Barrow brothers, then to “Brothers Plantation”
Built in 1660 by Matthew Chapman, the house transferred hands through many planters and families who historically relied on the production of sugarcane as its main economic activity.
The original name of Sunbury was Chapman’s Plantation, then Branker’s Plantation. During the ownership of the Barrow brothers, then to “Brothers Plantation” and finally Sunbury Plantation, named after their home in Britain.
Pirates!
A peek into history
A peek into history
Sir Thomas Daniel the “King and Father of Bristol” was friends with a notorious buccaneer named Samuel “Sam Lord” Hall and would visit Sunbury to have drinks with Thomas Daniel.
A turret was previously on the roof of Sunbury Great House that was used as a signaling station for Thomas Daniel to arrange get-togethers with Sam Lord using mirrors.
Present day
A peek into history
Present day
The Great House is open to the public and is filled with antiques, collections and trinkets from bygone days.
The grounds can be hired for events, weddings, photoshoots & tours and is a perfect backdrop for media productions.
Daily guided tours are available by our guides who will be happy to share their knowledge.