Pedro St. James Castle

Pedro St. James Castle, Pedro St. James, or Pedro's Castle is the oldest existing building in the Cayman Islands.[1][2]

The fully restored Pedro St. James Castle on Grand Cayman

By the 1970s, The building was reduced to ruin after decades of neglect.[3]

Pedro St. James after years of neglect and decades before it was fully restored

The two-story building and its verandas were rebuilt and reconstructed in the original 18th-century style and is the most extensive restoration project in Cayman history.[4]

Currently, a 7th great-grandson of William Eden serves as one of the tour guides at the historical site.

The landmark contains a visitors centre, theatre, exhibits, a gift shop, and cafe. it is a popular venue for weddings and social events.[5]

  • Close-up
  • Bedroom - antique mahogany furniture
  • Pedro St. James hut
  • Kitchen interior

References
  1. Access Caribbean, 1998, Retrieved on June 4, 2008
  2. http://www.caymanislands.co.uk/activities/attractions/pedrostjames.aspx
  3. Access Caribbean, 1998, Retrieved on June 4, 2008
  4. http://www.caymanislands.co.uk/activities/attractions/pedrostjames.aspx
  5. Pedro St. James Grand Cayman

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