A kilometre or so north of Andromeda you'll reach a crossroads; the east coast road continues straight on, a left takes you towards Hackleton's Cliff, while a right drops you down into Bathsheba . Picturesque, easy-going and washed by Atlantic breezes, this has long been a favoured resort for Bajans, though surprisingly few tourists make it up here. Small holiday homes and the odd rum-shop line the roadside as it runs along beside the sea.

If the bay here looks familiar, it's because this is one of the most painted landscapes in Barbados. Also known as the soup bowl, because of the crashing surf that comes racing in here pretty much all year round, the area is popular with surfers who stage annual tournaments. Unfortunately, the currents mean that it's not a good place to swim, but the wide brown beach is attractive here and an old pathway runs north and south if you fancy a walk