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Admiralty House Park Draft Management Plan: Public Consultation

The Government of Bermuda has prepared a draft Management Plan for Admiralty House Park to guide the future protection, use and development of this important public space.

Admiralty House Park is one of Bermuda’s most significant coastal parks, valued for its natural environment, historic heritage and role as a community recreation area. The updated plan provides a modern framework to ensure the park is managed in a way that balances conservation, heritage preservation and public access.

The draft plan sets out a long-term vision for Admiralty House Park as a place where history, nature and community life coexist sustainably.

Key priorities include protecting historic structures and naval heritage, conserving native habitats, improving safety and accessibility, and enhancing visitor facilities in an environmentally responsible way.

Environmental actions proposed in the plan include restoring native vegetation, managing invasive species, strengthening coastal resilience and promoting sustainable practices across park operations. The plan also outlines measures to protect sensitive ecosystems and respond to the impacts of climate change.

To improve the visitor experience, the plan identifies potential upgrades to pathways, signage, safety features and amenities, with an emphasis on inclusivity and accessibility. Enhancements are intended to support safe, low-impact recreation while safeguarding the park’s natural and historic assets.

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January 30, 2026 - February 20, 2026

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S Maybury3 months ago Expand and improve maintenance of tennis facilities - this includes adding courts to tennis booking system (used by national stadium as an idea) and include pickelball courts (if possible) to allow for more consistent use of courts, define Admiralty house as Racquets club/location and drive increased traffic. Adding a small cafe (with limited menu and coffee/beverages) also adds to consistent traffic/use for the park and supports tourist and local utilization with another leased building which allows for further revenue to government.

Jordan Monkman3 months ago Stronger emphasis in removing evasive species in dense woodland areas. Planting of microforests has been well received but could be hampered by other invasives (rats, chickens and cats). Chicken roost in the dense foliage of invasive plants as well.Chickens and cats now moving into adjacent neighborhoods and becoming nuisance. Problem exasperated by a few who visit the park specifically to feed cats and chickens.Addition of shower/rinsing facilities at the bathrooms similar to Clearwater and Horseshoe. Either at new proposed bathrooms or next to the beach.Many tourists and locals utilize the park and often leave covered in salt and sand with tourists bringing this on the bus as well.Outdoor showers can have pumps on timers to limit over-use/abuse/exploitation. Also shut down during winter period.Enforcement of no vehicles at beach area. Dangerous with young children everywhere and bikes often speeding up and down the main access road to the beach. Limited and scheduled times when gates can be opened for drop-off during holiday periods/weekends. Again, must come with enforcement. After a while people will adjust to the times. Risk having car/bike locked in overnight or towed.More and/or better placement of trash receptacles. Stronger police presence during holiday periods to prevent anti-social behavior.Better landscaping of grass area at the beach area with some sort of shaded space. Cement slab with anti-vandal picnic benches.Better lighting at the beach. ZERO lights currently make it difficult to clean after dark contributing to littering.Stronger emphasis on developing the ballroom space to an event function area. Much better location than what is being proposed at Southlands Park. The space now is completely under utilized and one of the best views of the island (Dockyard to Ferry Reach). If the development is underfunded/poorly executed the space will continue to be under used and valued. Reach out to event planners and catering companies to assist with design and functionality. Such as dedicated service entrance, parking and prep spaces. Ability to erect tents that can utilize the view with dedicated tie downs anchors. Appropriate electrical hookups for large events....etc etc.Can Age Concern share this space to maximize revenue generation? Do they need the top floor with the best views? Any feasibility to dock larger boats to drop off at the current dock space for large events. Safety of public swimmers take precedent. Application for 1 day permits to dock? This removes public option from creating a danger to swimmers. Most boats anchor off and swim in currently.

Antonio Lowe3 months ago

Donna-Marie Bell2 months ago Admiralty Park and Clarence Cove could be wonderful AGAIN. First distraction to enjoyment is litter! The park needs more trash bins, located at high traffic areas and more frequent emptying of trash bins. Second distraction is vagrants, both homeless and gang related.Third distraction is lunch time traffic (vehicles of all kinds) parked on the grass inside the pedestrian and picnicking areas. Fourth distraction is the fear of loose restricted breed dogs.

Kahnae Bean2 months ago As a mother of two young children who are both autistic, I feel strongly that Bermuda must begin investing more intentionally in early childhood development and inclusive learning spaces. At present, support services, trained educators, and purpose-built facilities for autism and neurodiversity in Bermuda are extremely limited, and families are often left navigating this landscape without adequate guidance, structured programming, or consistent educational support.Admiralty House presents a rare opportunity to create a dedicated, calm, and supportive learning and development centre for autistic and neurodiverse children, designed with accessibility, sensory needs, and family support in mind. A facility of this nature could support early intervention services, therapy-aligned programming, caregiver education, and inclusive learning activities in a setting that is naturally grounding. It would address a clear and growing community need, while demonstrating a national commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and long-term social resilience.Alternatively, the site could be repurposed as an environmental, marine, and sustainability learning centre for children and young people. Bermuda’s economy depends heavily on tourism and international business, yet environmental education within the school system remains limited. Our young people are not being adequately equipped to understand, protect, or steward the natural environment that underpins the island’s identity, economy, and future.A learning facility at Admiralty House could help bridge this gap by fostering stronger connections between young generations and the natural environment, teaching sustainability, climate awareness, and conservation through hands-on experience. This would help position Bermuda as a trailblazing island in environmental stewardship, particularly at a time of increasing globalisation, political instability, and climate risk.Whether focused on autism and neurodiversity support or environmental education, the future use of Admiralty House should prioritise long-term public value over short-term gain. Both options would ensure the site is actively used, properly maintained, and meaningfully integrated into the community, rather than continuing to deteriorate through inactivity.Any future plan should place strong emphasis on safety, accessibility, environmental protection, and transparent governance, supported by professional oversight, to ensure this important public asset serves current needs while safeguarding Bermuda’s future.

Kim Smith2 months ago For many years, the buildings at Admiralty House hosted numerous organisations whose operations were of community benefit. As a priority, the buildings should all be renovated and upgraded to get them occupied again... they would be revenue generators after all. The whole site needs to be upgraded and maintained to a high standard.This site might also be a good alternative for the zipline operation proposed for Southlands Park. It has a better elevated topography and can provide opportunities for education and enjoyment of the beach and North Shore coastal area to be enjoyed.

M St Jane2 months ago

J Simons3 months ago The park overall is not in bad shape. Simple improvements can be implemented; More waste disposal bins and emptying of these bins on a regular basis. MORE PARKING. Infrastructure upgrades to dilapidated buildings can be phased in over time with multiuse indoor community space(s) incorporated. Additional parking will be required for the building(s).The gated area should have set times when the gate is open/closed as this will eliminate people driving/riding around the road and eroding foliage elsewhere.More benches spread around the park.Pruning of invasive trees and planting of native/endemic species in areas to enhance the park

Alan Brooks2 months ago

Sydney Sherwood2 months ago

Taylor Gorham2 months ago

Erica Rance Mill2 months ago Overall a welcomed plan Casuarina removal should continue to be a priority and replaced with cedars. The proposed bathroom location is not a great location for ease of cleaning so would recommend it at the top near the old ballroom. Local vendors should be permitted in the building being refurbished. The cliff remediation should extend around to Deep Bay as they are connected and both in need of desperate attention. WE have already lost too much of he cliffs due to neglect There is a cat colony cared for by CATS Bermuda that should be permitted to stay and I did not see mention of it in the plans. The gates being locked should be taken seriously as over the summer months there is great danger with vehicles driving down the foot path without any care for others, and the cars park on the grass killing it and creating mud. There should also be a lifeguard there during summer months as it is a very popular place for locals and visitors.

kyla scott2 months ago I would say rebuild the building and add on what you need to add on which shouldn't be a lot or too much. Add everything that the people have applied here because they're all good ideas not one of them is a terrible idea but also make it whereas people who don't mind or are willing or heck, even if you have to pay them, which would be a nice way to give some jobs to your local Bermudians. I have like some security or stuff like that I mean hey do you want more people to take care of these parks why not a person who likes gardening or wants safety of people you know or people that just live in the area? I don't want to go too far you never know.

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