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Internationally, the West Indies soared. Victories on the world stage became victories for every Caribbean household in Britain.

At Orwell Quay in Ipswich, Suffolk, the Red Ensign carried a deeper meaning. For those gathered- former seamen, families, colleagues, and officials of the Merchant Navy Association, it marked a long-overlooked chapter of maritime history.

This year’s London Carnival carried special weight as it marked the Diamond Jubilee: 60 years since the first Notting Hill street Carnival in 1966.

Cricket may have been the official reason for gathering, but anyone walking through the venue quickly realised that the match was only the backdrop.

Barbados XI beats Broomley CC

The charismatic Karen, who was born in Reading to Barbadian parents, has always drawn strength from her Bajan heritage, which shapes both her identity and perspective. Growing up in a diaspora family, Karen inherited values of diligence, perseverance, and the drive to overcome obstacles.

As Barbados marks 60 years of Independence in 2026, and just a few years after becoming a Republic in 2021, a quiet cultural revolution is unfolding in the voices of ordinary Barbadians.

The CouCou Club was launched on Monday, 23rd March, at Flava Pepper, a Barbadian-owned restaurant in Brixton Hill, South London and organised by Bajan Cherry

If you want to play mas, then the process is simple: select a mas band as each offers unique vibes and costume designs. This weekend saw the launch of a Bajan-inspired mas’ band, MASQ by Naitram. “Unleash” will work alongside ABIR Mas

Over her 30-year career, Tarka primarily served at Haringey Council, starting as a residential social worker and rising to Director of Adults’ Services before retiring earlier last year.