Reception for Farmers Held at Falklands’ Government House

Members of the agricultural community were invited to a reception at Government House. The Acting Governor paid tribute to those who produce food for the
Rural Expo Kicks off Falklands’ 2026 Farmer’s Week

Farmers’ Week has been taking centre stage across Stanley. The annual event, held during a quieter period in the farming calendar, featured talks, demonstrations and
Falklands Midwinter Swimmers Brave the South Atlantic

This Sunday was the shortest day of the year and, to celebrate, a record number of shivering swimmers lined up on Surf Bay for the
Falkland Islands Governor Hosts First Pride Month Reception

In many places around the world, June is designated as Pride Month to mark the anniversary of the Stonewall uprising. It’s an opportunity for people
Falkland Islands Marks Overseas Territories Day

The first Monday of June is UK Overseas Territories Day. Instigated three years ago by the Speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle,
1982 Veteran Recognised for Liberty Lodge Vision

Last weekend was a special one for Derek “Smokey” Cole. A 1982 veteran, Smokey had a vision for those who served, their families and next
May Ball Brings Falkland Islands Community Together

The annual May Ball, organised by the Scouts, took place at the Town Hall last Friday. Young people dressed up to dance the steps they’d
Silent Auction Raises Thousands to Send Falklands Youth Abroad

A silent auction at the Town Hall raised more than £7,000 towards sending Falkland Islands Community School students on a trip to the UK. Artists
Falklands Celebrates its St Helenian Community

The 21st of May marks St. Helena Day, an opportunity for those of St. Helenian heritage to celebrate their culture and community. Around 20% of
Aquatic Cakes for Falklands Conservation Bake-Off

A taste of the sea was on show at the third annual Falklands Conservation Bake-Off in the Town Hall last weekend. This year’s theme was





