A REGENERATIVE EXPERIENCE
About Walkers Reserve.
We’re giving degraded land the conditions to come back to life. And as the land finds itself again, it creates a place for you to do the same.
A REGENERATIVE EXPERIENCE
About Walkers Reserve.
We’re giving degraded land the conditions to come back to life. And as the land finds itself again, it creates a place for you to do the same.
A REGENERATIVE EXPERIENCE
About Walkers Reserve.
We’re giving degraded land the conditions to come back to life. And as the land finds itself again, it creates a place for you to do the same.
Corporate hikes and tree planting.
Where possibility took root.
Where possibility took root.
Where possibility took root.
Walkers began as a working sand quarry, supplying silica sand that has played an important role in Barbados' construction industry for generations. Quarrying remains part of the story today, but it does not have to define how that story ends.
We began to ask a different question: what if land shaped by extraction could become richer, more diverse and more resilient than it was before?
That question changed the way we saw the landscape. What appeared depleted still held possibility. By working with local growers, regenerative practitioners, researchers and ecological specialists, we began the long process of rebuilding living systems while the quarry continued to operate.
The idea was simple, even if the work was not: take responsibility for what comes next and leave the land better than we found it.
Walkers began as a working sand quarry, supplying silica sand that has played an important role in Barbados' construction industry for generations. Quarrying remains part of the story today, but it does not have to define how that story ends.
We began to ask a different question: what if land shaped by extraction could become richer, more diverse and more resilient than it was before?
That question changed the way we saw the landscape. What appeared depleted still held possibility. By working with local growers, regenerative practitioners, researchers and ecological specialists, we began the long process of rebuilding living systems while the quarry continued to operate.
The idea was simple, even if the work was not: take responsibility for what comes next and leave the land better than we found it.
Walkers began as a working sand quarry, supplying silica sand that has played an important role in Barbados' construction industry for generations. Quarrying remains part of the story today, but it does not have to define how that story ends.
We began to ask a different question: what if land shaped by extraction could become richer, more diverse and more resilient than it was before?
That question changed the way we saw the landscape. What appeared depleted still held possibility. By working with local growers, regenerative practitioners, researchers and ecological specialists, we began the long process of rebuilding living systems while the quarry continued to operate.
The idea was simple, even if the work was not: take respons
A landscape transformed.
In our clubhouse or your own favourite spot.
A landscape transformed.
A landscape transformed.
Rebuilding a landscape doesn't happen with a single planting or project. It happens over time. Soils have been rebuilt, water systems restored, slopes stabilised and habitats reconnected. Trees and native vegetation have taken root. Wetlands and freshwater systems have emerged, creating the conditions for biodiversity to return.
The transformation is visible, but it isn't finished. Regeneration is something we continue to learn from, work at and build upon every day.
Move the slider to see how one area of the Reserve has changed over twelve years. What was once bare quarry land is becoming a living, productive landscape.
Rebuilding a landscape doesn't happen with a single planting or project. It happens over time. Soils have been rebuilt, water systems restored, slopes stabilised and habitats reconnected. Trees and native vegetation have taken root. Wetlands and freshwater systems have emerged, creating the conditions for biodiversity to return.
The transformation is visible, but it isn't finished. Regeneration is something we continue to learn from, work at and build upon every day.
Move the slider to see how one area of the Reserve has changed over twelve years. What was once bare quarry land is becoming a living, productive landscape.
Rebuilding a landscape doesn't happen with a single planting or project. It happens over time. Soils have been rebuilt, water systems restored, slopes stabilised and habitats reconnected. Trees and native vegetation have taken root. Wetlands and freshwater systems have emerged, creating the conditions for biodiversity to return.
The transformation is visible, but it isn't finished. Regeneration is something we continue to learn from, work at and build upon every day.
Move the slider to see how one area of the Reserve has changed over twelve years. What was once bare quarry land is becoming a living, productive landscape.
What we've become.
Today, Walkers Reserve is a living landscape where forests, wetlands, dunes, food forests and freshwater lakes exist alongside a working quarry. Nature has returned in remarkable ways. Plants have taken root, habitats have expanded and birds and other wildlife are finding food, water and shelter here again. But regeneration at Walkers was never intended to stop with the landscape.
People have returned too.
They come to walk and explore, to learn and research, to grow food, keep honey bees, work together, spend time with family and friends, or simply find a quiet place to connect with nature and reconnect with themselves.
Walkers Reserve has become a place where regeneration can be experienced rather than simply explained. A reminder that what something has been does not have to determine what it can become.
Today, Walkers Reserve is a living landscape where forests, wetlands, dunes, food forests and freshwater lakes exist alongside a working quarry. Nature has returned in remarkable ways. Plants have taken root, habitats have expanded and birds and other wildlife are finding food, water and shelter here again. But regeneration at Walkers was never intended to stop with the landscape.
People have returned too.
They come to walk and explore, to learn and research, to grow food, keep honey bees, work together, spend time with family and friends, or simply find a quiet place to connect with nature and reconnect with themselves.
Walkers Reserve has become a place where regeneration can be experienced rather than simply explained. A reminder that what something has been does not have to determine what it can become.
What we've become.
Imagining what's possible shapes everything we do.
Imagining what's possible shapes everything we do.
Experience it for yourself.
Experience it for yourself.
Hear
Hear the wetlands wake up. Over 100 bird species have been recorded here.
Taste
Taste raw honey direct from our hives.
Feel
Feel the landscape change beneath your feet.
Smell
Smell salt, mangrove and flowers in a single walk.
See
See a landscape that looks like nowhere else on the island.
277
277
acres
248
248
plant and fungal species
135
135
animal species
100+
100+
migratory birds
One guide
One guide
who knows where everything lives
Meet some of our team.
Ian McNeel is the founder of Walkers Reserve. An environmentalist, social entrepreneur and impact investor, Ian looked at a working sand quarry and saw land that could live again. He began gathering the people, knowledge and capital to turn that possibility into something real, and that work has grown into 277 acres of regenerating coastal landscape in St Andrew. His grounding in regenerative agriculture, ecological restoration and sustainable business continues to shape the vision for Walkers: a place where a recovering landscape opens the way for nature and people to return, reconnect and build what comes next.
André Bello brings together a background in zoology, business leadership and more than three decades of commercial experience. As CEO of Walkers Reserve, he is focused on turning the possibilities created by regeneration into a resilient enterprise, building experiences, partnerships and new opportunities that allow the Reserve to grow while staying true to its purpose. His expertise in impact-led tourism and sustainable business is helping shape the next chapter of Walkers, creating a model where commercial success strengthens environmental and social impact, and where nature, community and business thrive together.
Chris "Tall Man" Alleyne leads the day-to-day regeneration and land management of Walkers Reserve. A plant science specialist and educator, his experience spans large-scale agriculture, science education and ecological restoration. Chris brings that knowledge to the practical work of rebuilding the landscape, from selecting species and designing planting systems to managing the teams responsible for bringing them to life. His focus is on creating resilient living systems that increase biodiversity, strengthen ecosystem health and ensure that the regeneration of Walkers continues to evolve.
Meike Joseph brings together a background in ecology with more than a decade of experience in tourism. A graduate of The University of the West Indies with a BSc in Ecology, her early research into Barbados’ remnant wetlands sparked a particular interest in conservation and mangrove restoration. At Walkers Reserve, Meike leads tours and programming, helping turn the landscape and its regeneration story into experiences that connect visitors, students and communities with nature. She is also an avid beekeeper with a longstanding involvement in the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme.
Elijah is the key member of Meike's team. He coordinates tours and create memorable experiences across Walkers Reserve. With a growing knowledge of the landscape, its wildlife and its continuing regeneration, he brings warmth, curiosity and energy to every encounter. Whether welcoming a group or guiding visitors through the Reserve, Elijah makes the story of Walkers accessible, engaging and personal.
Julian leads the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme (WRAP), overseeing the Reserve’s honey bee colonies and advancing its approach to regenerative beekeeping. His work spans hive management, colony health and relocation, while sharing the fascinating world of honey bees through the Reserve’s bee experiences. Julian brings practical knowledge and a deep respect for pollinators to a programme built around putting the health of bees and their ecosystems first.
Kemo is Walkers Reserve’s coconut specialist, caring for the coconut palms and overseeing their harvest across the Reserve. From climbing the trees without spikes to hand-cutting and preparing fresh coconuts for guests, his approach reflects the care we bring to working with the land. Kemo connects visitors with one of the simplest pleasures at Walkers: coconut water harvested and poured fresh, right where it was grown.
Meet some of our team.
Ian McNeel is the founder of Walkers Reserve. An environmentalist, social entrepreneur and impact investor, Ian looked at a working sand quarry and saw land that could live again. He began gathering the people, knowledge and capital to turn that possibility into something real, and that work has grown into 277 acres of regenerating coastal landscape in St Andrew. His grounding in regenerative agriculture, ecological restoration and sustainable business continues to shape the vision for Walkers: a place where a recovering landscape opens the way for nature and people to return, reconnect and build what comes next.
André Bello brings together a background in zoology, business leadership and more than three decades of commercial experience. As CEO of Walkers Reserve, he is focused on turning the possibilities created by regeneration into a resilient enterprise, building experiences, partnerships and new opportunities that allow the Reserve to grow while staying true to its purpose. His expertise in impact-led tourism and sustainable business is helping shape the next chapter of Walkers, creating a model where commercial success strengthens environmental and social impact, and where nature, community and business thrive together.
Chris "Tall Man" Alleyne leads the day-to-day regeneration and land management of Walkers Reserve. A plant science specialist and educator, his experience spans large-scale agriculture, science education and ecological restoration. Chris brings that knowledge to the practical work of rebuilding the landscape, from selecting species and designing planting systems to managing the teams responsible for bringing them to life. His focus is on creating resilient living systems that increase biodiversity, strengthen ecosystem health and ensure that the regeneration of Walkers continues to evolve.
Meike Joseph brings together a background in ecology with more than a decade of experience in tourism. A graduate of The University of the West Indies with a BSc in Ecology, her early research into Barbados’ remnant wetlands sparked a particular interest in conservation and mangrove restoration. At Walkers Reserve, Meike leads tours and programming, helping turn the landscape and its regeneration story into experiences that connect visitors, students and communities with nature. She is also an avid beekeeper with a longstanding involvement in the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme.
Elijah is the key member of Meike's team. He coordinates tours and create memorable experiences across Walkers Reserve. With a growing knowledge of the landscape, its wildlife and its continuing regeneration, he brings warmth, curiosity and energy to every encounter. Whether welcoming a group or guiding visitors through the Reserve, Elijah makes the story of Walkers accessible, engaging and personal.
Julian leads the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme (WRAP), overseeing the Reserve’s honey bee colonies and advancing its approach to regenerative beekeeping. His work spans hive management, colony health and relocation, while sharing the fascinating world of honey bees through the Reserve’s bee experiences. Julian brings practical knowledge and a deep respect for pollinators to a programme built around putting the health of bees and their ecosystems first.
Kemo is Walkers Reserve’s coconut specialist, caring for the coconut palms and overseeing their harvest across the Reserve. From climbing the trees without spikes to hand-cutting and preparing fresh coconuts for guests, his approach reflects the care we bring to working with the land. Kemo connects visitors with one of the simplest pleasures at Walkers: coconut water harvested and poured fresh, right where it was grown.
Meet some of our team.
Ian McNeel is the founder of Walkers Reserve. An environmentalist, social entrepreneur and impact investor, Ian looked at a working sand quarry and saw land that could live again. He began gathering the people, knowledge and capital to turn that possibility into something real, and that work has grown into 277 acres of regenerating coastal landscape in St Andrew. His grounding in regenerative agriculture, ecological restoration and sustainable business continues to shape the vision for Walkers: a place where a recovering landscape opens the way for nature and people to return, reconnect and build what comes next.
André Bello brings together a background in zoology, business leadership and more than three decades of commercial experience. As CEO of Walkers Reserve, he is focused on turning the possibilities created by regeneration into a resilient enterprise, building experiences, partnerships and new opportunities that allow the Reserve to grow while staying true to its purpose. His expertise in impact-led tourism and sustainable business is helping shape the next chapter of Walkers, creating a model where commercial success strengthens environmental and social impact, and where nature, community and business thrive together.
Chris "Tall Man" Alleyne leads the day-to-day regeneration and land management of Walkers Reserve. A plant science specialist and educator, his experience spans large-scale agriculture, science education and ecological restoration. Chris brings that knowledge to the practical work of rebuilding the landscape, from selecting species and designing planting systems to managing the teams responsible for bringing them to life. His focus is on creating resilient living systems that increase biodiversity, strengthen ecosystem health and ensure that the regeneration of Walkers continues to evolve.
Meike Joseph brings together a background in ecology with more than a decade of experience in tourism. A graduate of The University of the West Indies with a BSc in Ecology, her early research into Barbados’ remnant wetlands sparked a particular interest in conservation and mangrove restoration. At Walkers Reserve, Meike leads tours and programming, helping turn the landscape and its regeneration story into experiences that connect visitors, students and communities with nature. She is also an avid beekeeper with a longstanding involvement in the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme.
Elijah is the key member of Meike's team. He coordinates tours and create memorable experiences across Walkers Reserve. With a growing knowledge of the landscape, its wildlife and its continuing regeneration, he brings warmth, curiosity and energy to every encounter. Whether welcoming a group or guiding visitors through the Reserve, Elijah makes the story of Walkers accessible, engaging and personal.
Julian leads the Walkers Reserve Apiary Programme (WRAP), overseeing the Reserve’s honey bee colonies and advancing its approach to regenerative beekeeping. His work spans hive management, colony health and relocation, while sharing the fascinating world of honey bees through the Reserve’s bee experiences. Julian brings practical knowledge and a deep respect for pollinators to a programme built around putting the health of bees and their ecosystems first.
Kemo is Walkers Reserve’s coconut specialist, caring for the coconut palms and overseeing their harvest across the Reserve. From climbing the trees without spikes to hand-cutting and preparing fresh coconuts for guests, his approach reflects the care we bring to working with the land. Kemo connects visitors with one of the simplest pleasures at Walkers: coconut water harvested and poured fresh, right where it was grown.
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