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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT ROMNEY MANOR
When was Caribelle Batik founded?
Caribelle Batik
was founded by the present owner Mr. Maurice Widdowson in 1974.
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How
old is the tree?
The tree is approximately
350 years old. It originates in South America and the seeds must have
been planted by Arawak Indians.
What is the history of Romney
Manor?
Thomas Jefferson
the great grandfather of 3rd president of the U.S.A, was the original
owner of the estate. He sold the Wingfield portion which contained
the “Red House” to the Earl of Romney. The Earl of Romney
renamed the property “Romney Manor.” This name has remained
for over 3 centuries.
Has Romney Manor always looked
like this?
Over the centuries
the Manor has changed in character many times. Fires, Hurricanes,
Termites have all taken their toll. The development of the Manor is
easily seen by the keen eye of an amateur archeologist. The present
owner is committed to maintaining the historical integrity of the
estate
Are all Caribelle Batik products
locally made?
Yes, all staff
members are from St.Kitts and all the Caribelle products are made
at Romney Manor.
The owner is frequently asked,
“Do you enjoy living in St. Kitts?” The response;
I live in paradise,
I live here by choice and do not wish to leave. How many people on
this planet live and work in such an environment. I made the decision
to place Caribelle Batik in St. Kitts 30 years ago. The people, the
place, the future make that decision the wisest one I ever made.”
Where do we get the inspiration
for our designs?
Easy, look out
of the window, even on a rainy day it’s beautiful.
Why don’t we have a
restaurant or drinks available?
Hang on, we will………
one day.
FAQ : Romney
Manor FAQ | Caribelle
Batik FAQ
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