Cotton Tower Signal Station
Bowling Alley Hill, Saint Joseph, Barbados
Google 3.8(61 reviews)
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Historic signal-station exterior
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Overview
Cotton Tower Signal Station is a historic lookout in Saint Joseph, built in 1819 as part of Barbados' island-wide signalling network. Its elevated setting overlooks the Scotland District and Atlantic coast. Visit Barbados currently lists the station as closed to the public. Do not plan to enter the tower; check with the Barbados National Trust for any change in access before visiting.
Confirm opening hours, admission, accessibility and any advance-booking requirement before travelling.
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Before you go+
As checked on 1 October 2026, Visit Barbados lists Cotton Tower as closed to the public.
The National Trust reported conservation work in October 2025, but that announcement does not confirm reopening.
Do not plan to enter or climb the tower. Call the Barbados National Trust headquarters on +1 246 426 2421 for current access advice.
Listing updated 1 October 2026.