Sailing Week Nelson's Dockyard is the home for the world famous Antigua Sailing Week. The event has been held every year at the end of April since 1967. You can't find a better grand stand seat to enjoy the finest yacht racing in the Caribbean than by booking a room or two at The Copper Lumber Store Hotel. The event culminates in the gala Lord Nelson's Ball and Prize Giving Ceremony which is held in the Dockyard after the last of the racing is done. Thousand's of sailors and party makers converge on Antigua for the world class event. Shopping There are some excellent gift shops and boutiques in which to shop for souvenirs as well as some stylish items of clothing within the Dockyard. There are also banking facilities, a post office, the Museum and an excellent bakery. If you want to spend longer shopping then a trip into St. Johns is an excellent way to spend a day. Heritage Quay has excellent duty free stores selling perfumes, jewellery items and clothing, and the beautifully restored Redcliffe Quay is the perfect stopping place for lunch or drinks in the many bars and restaurants. Tours There are a huge variety of exciting tour options available that cover all interests. Devils Bridge - See the strange moon landscape where the sea has worn unique formations in the coral limestone rock and snorkel in the turquoise shallow waters of Long Bay Beach. Fig Tree Drive - Sightsee along the picturesque Fig tree Drive, eat fresh cut Antiguan Black Pineapple at the Rasta Shack, and then picnic at Darkwood Beach or one of the many West coast Beaches with beautifully calm Caribbean waters. History Buffs - Visit Fort Berkley, Shirley Heights and Monk's hill fortifications. Take a picnic lunch and look down over English Harbour as the soldiers used to when the garrisons guarded the entrance to the harbour. Caribs Arawaks - There are historical and archaeological remains in the museums at the Dockyard and in the City, St. John's. A Dockyard Tour will tell you all about English Habour and some of its history. Shopping - Remember to visit Redcliffe Quay in St. john's and Heritage Quay where you will find duty free shopping, The fruit and vegetable market on Saturdays is great fun, as is a walk along Market Street where you will get to experience shopping Antiguan style. Locally there are some excellent gift shops as well as well stocked provision stores should you prefer to prepare meals in your room. Activities Beaches - Antigua is said t have one beach for each day of the year, most of them deserted, Near Dockyard there minutes across the water by water taxi, is beautiful Freeman's Bay perfect for sunbathing, swimming and with some excellent snorkeling at the Pillars of Hercules. You can have lunch or drinks at the Inn or Calabash. Beyond the Dockyard entrance the Pigeon Point beach is within ten minutes walking distance from the hotel. If you wish to take a taxi please contact reception and they will make arrangements for you. Deep Sea Fishing - Depending on the season, the successful fisherman should get either a blue marlin, salt fish, dolphin or tuna. Diving - Daily dive trips and instruction available please enquire at reception. Golf - There are 2 18 hole gold courses one in St John's and one at Jolly Harbour. Horse Back Riding - the is available at a locally professionally run riding stables. Massage - there are some excellent practitioners practicing locally. Please ask at reception for an updated list of therapies and location from which you can enjoy them. Music - don't miss the Sunday afternoon barbeque at the Lookout on the top of Shirley Heights, Listen to tthe sounds of the steel band as you watch the sun setting over Falmouth and English Harbour. Bring your camera!...also there is live music from 7pm. Tennis or Squash - Available just beyond the dockyard at Temo Sports. Historical Information Nelson's Dockyard Recognized as a perfect harbor for the British Naval Fleet, English Harbour was in regular use as a garrisoned station from 1704. Lord Horatio Nelson headquartered his fleet in Antigua until 1789, and it remained in use by the Royal Navy until 1889. Nelson's Dockyard is a natural and historic spectacle constructed in the eighteenth century and is historically know as a hurricane haven for Ships, and a careening station which was heavily guarded by six surrounding forts. Many of the buildings have been restored, preserved and put to adaptive use. This is evidenced by the variety of Yachts which line the dock throughout the year. Guest rooms, restaurants, bars, boutiques, sail repair shop, mechanical work shed, boathouse, art and craft shops, bakery, museum, post office, bank, beauty salon, chartering shop, grocery shop, hydro and electrical service and telephone service can all be found within the Dockyard. Buildings of Particular Interest The Admiral's House Built in 1855 the Admiral's House with its venerable wooden bust of Nelson above the entrance, was originally constructed as a residence for the Naval Officer in charge and the Store Keeper. In fact this house has never accommodate an Admiral. The ground floor is a museum with many interesting articles significant to the historical development of the Dockyard. Also located here, the entrance to the left, is the restoration Gift Shop. In it you will find a number of souvenirs reflective of the Dockyard, as well as postcards and film. Beside the house is a Sandbox tree over 200 years old, whose pods were used to hold sand, which substituted for blotting paper on gentlemen's desk. Behind the Admiral's House can be found the old stone kitchen. The ancient ovens were used on festive occasions until recently by the people of English Harbour. Here you will see the bakers busy at work producing their oven fresh pastries. The pineapple turnovers are irresistible and be sure to take a loaf of ''pan brown'' bread with you to savour later. The Copper and Lumber Store The Copper and Lumber Store with great care has been converted into a hotel of 14 self-catered apartments and a restaurant. This beautiful example of Georgian architecture contains a unique arched courtyard, a convivial atmosphere for a pause and a step back in time. The Officer's Quarters Building The Officer's Quarters is built on a enormous water cistern with a capacity of 450 tons. In this building, officers from the ships lived during the hurricane months. Climbing the stairs one will find a number of interesting activities going on. There is an Art Gallery with local paintings, and also a Picture Framing shop. To the far end of the building is located a pharmacy. Feel free to browse the shops and when you are ready for a bit of rest and a cup of tea, relax yourself on the gallery overlooking the harbour and enjoy some delicious refreshment from the Limey's Restaurant, located on the same level. The Capstan House The low wall marks the area of the old capstan house. The capstan has been restored. This is where ships were hoved for careeing to work on the bottoms of the ships. Fort Berkeley Around the Dinghy dock, you will find the path to Fort Berkely. It is well worth the extra walk as the view to the entrance of the Harbour is quite lovely. And for those with an interest in sailing, Each Thursday afternoon brings the start of a race to the harbour entrance. Thus from the perch on Fort Berkely, you too can be a judge as to who was the first boat to start. Located throughout the Dockyard are interpretation panels. These contain information in relation to various historical buildings on the property. The information displayed on these panel are quite detail as to the use or purpose of the buildings and the role they played in the history of the Dockyard. Nelson's Dockyard Marina The Nelson's Dockyard Marina is a full-service marina which has just received a multi-million dollar refurbishment and now boasts state of the art facilities and services. Nelson's Dockyard Marina is the only working Georgian Dockyard in the world and...

Dining Two restaurants are located in the Copper Lumber Store Hotel. The Wardroom Restaurant is a charming old English dining room opening onto the tropical courtyard filled with bougainvillea. An international cuisine mixed with all the flavors of the Caribbean make this a favorite with yachties, visitors, and guests. The Mainbrace Pub is a major meeting place in the Dockyard. Open for breakfast from 8am each morning and serving lunch daily(and dinner during March and April). The menu is traditional British pub with a succulent Caribbean flavour. A variety of soups, steaks, sandwiches, beer batter fish and chimps, shrimps, and snapper give an excellent choice for most foodies. You can choose to dine outdoors, in the courtyard or in the main bar area. Several other excellent restaurants are nearby, including The Admiral's Inn, HQ, The Inn at English Harbour, Abracadabra, The Galley Bar Restaurant, Calabash, Le Cap Horn, Trappas, The Gallery, Club Havanna, The Pizza Oven, Catherine's Cafe, Last Lemming, The Spotlight Bar, Mad Mongoose and Famous Mauro's Pizza. Concierge services The main purpose of our team at the Copper and Lumber Hotel is to ensure that you have the vacation of a lifetime. In reality - this means something different to everyone - we are therefore continually updating our team on the all there is to see and do in Antigua so that they can pass on their knowledge to you. Hotel Services Pampering If you love to be pampered, then Akparo in the Officers Quarter 2 minutes from the hotel offer an excellent selection of treatments and services. Everything from full body massages, to hairdressing, pedicures, manicures and chiropractic services. Ask at reception for a price list and more details. Tours Extra special VIP tours can be arranged through reception where individuals and couples can be shown some of the most wonderful historic sites of the area, and be completely immerse themselves in the history of centuries gone by. There are also some wonderful hiking tours in the surrounding hills which you can find out about at reception. Laundry Copper Lumber Store Hotel offers an overnight laundry service for your convenience. Baby Sitting Baby sitting can be arranged upon request through the Reception. 24 hour notice is recommended. Rate is US$8.00 per hour. Communications Service Free wireless internet is available in all rooms and throughout the entire hotel. The hotel has both local and international telephone lines, and fax machine which can be used by guests. The yachts and businesses in English Harbour usually communicate by VHF radio, and guest are welcome to use the hotel VHF. Dockyard and Personal Security The Dockyard is surrounded by a 12 foot high, 250 year old wall, the Dockyard security officers stroll through the Dockyard and are at the entrance both day and night. The local police station is a few minutes outside of the Dockyard gate. Rest assured however, that Antigua is a safe place and peaceful island with incidents very few and far between. That said usual precautions should be taken for your own safety. Currency Exchange The Bank of Antigua in the Dockyard and minutes away offers a currency exchange service and normal banking service. The official Currency of Antigua and Barbuda is Eastern Caribbean Currency (EC) although US Dollars are generally accepted. Doctor We hope not... but should you need a doctor, reception will help you at once.

 Guest rooms have air conditioning
 Baby chairs and cots are provided
 Luggage storage
 Central situation
 Clothes dry cleaning
 Conference and meeting room
 Credit cards accepted
 Facsimile services
 Access to internet
 Kitchen
 Laundry services/washing machine
 Licensed bar
 Mixed dorms
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Parking lot
 Fridge
 Restaurant
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 Phones in rooms
 TV sets in rooms
 Patio, summer terrace