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BERMUDA

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ROYAL NAVAL DOCKYARD

Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Begun in 1809, the Royal Naval Dockyard was intended to make Bermuda into the "Gibraltar of the West."  Its facilities eventually included a fortress plus facilities to maintain and repair Royal Navy  ships.  It remained an important naval base for British and NATO ships until 1951 when most of its facilities were closed.  The Royal Navy closed the remaining facilities in 1995.

The closure coincided with a dramatic increase in the size of cruise ships.  Since the large ships could not dock in Hamilton, a new port that could handle large ships was needed.  This led to the conversion of the dockyards into a cruise port.

More than just a pier, the dockyards complex has been transformed into a tourist center.       
Commissioners House, Royal Naval Dockyard Bermuda
To defend the Dockyard, the British built a fortress with high walls and large cannons.  This area known as The Keep includes the The National Museum of Bermuda (formerly the Bermuda Maritime Museum) including the restored home of the dockyard commissioner, which dominates the center of the fortress.  (See slideshow)
Bermuda National Museum
Dolphin Quest, Bermuda




The Dockyards is not all history.  Inside the old 
fortress  is  a Dolphin Quest attraction where visitors can interact with dolphins (left).  The cruise ships often offer these experiences as shore excursions.
Clocktower Mall, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
The Dockyards is a haven for shoppers.  Several of the buildings have been converted into shops. For example, The Clock Tower Mall (above and above right) has shops ranging from souvenirs and crafts to upscale boutiques.
Clocktower Mall, Royal Naval Dockyard
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda



The Bermuda Rum Cake Company and Dockyards Glassworks  sells Bermuda-made rum cakes as well as glass bowls, figurines and vases.  They also give glass blowing demonstrations.
Bermuda Rum Cake Factory and Dockyards Glassworks
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
For those looking for more activity, the Dockyard offers, among other things, various excursion boats, jet skis, a tractor train, trampolines, and segways.
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Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Cooperage, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda


Several of the buildings including The Cooperage 
(above left) have been converted into bars and places 
to eat.  In fact, the Cooperage is the home of the Frog 
and Onion Pub
, a Dockyards landmark, that includes 
Bermuda's only brewery.  
Frog and Onion Pub, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
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Frog and Onion Pub, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
It has been said that everybody in Bermuda knows  Tony B  Here, the singer/songwriter/entertainer, accompanied by Tony Cox on congas, performs at the Frog and 
Onion.
Tony B, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Bonefish, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Another dockyard building now 
houses the Bonefish, a bar and 
dining venue.
Another Dockyard area that has been transformed into an entertainment venue is Snorkel Park.  During the day, it features water sports and a small beach.  In the evening, its facilities for eating and drinking take center stage.  It is a favorite of the crews of the cruise ships that call at the Dockyards.
Snorkel Park Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Snorkel Park, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
In the evenings, there are often special entertainment events such as the Lennon Dockyard free concerts held on Thursday events during the 2013 season.  These featured a band playing the former Beatle's music, craft stalls as well as bar and dining offerings. 
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
The Dockyard is also a pleasant place to stroll with 
flowering plants adorning the remains of the various structures that once made up the naval base.

Of more recent vintage is the Moongate (lower left).  Newlyweds who kiss beneath it are assured happiness and prosperity.

The Dockyard also includes a pretty marina (below).

Moongate, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Marina, Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
For more on cruising to Bermuda:

Bermuda Home Page
Bermuda History
​Bermuda Cruise Port
​Bermuda Getting Around
Bermuda Links
Hamilton
St. George
Bermuda Cruise Ships pictorial
Bermuda Beaches
Bermuda Out of Town
Bermuda Outdoor Activities
John Lennon in Bermuda
Walking Bermuda's South Shore Beaches
Bermuda Beach Tennis
Walking Bermuda's Railway Trail
 
 
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