This church was built by the Maroons who arrived in the colony in 1800 as black returnees from Jamaica who were reputed to be accomplished stone masons. It is thought they converted to Christianity through the influence of the Nova Scotians who were already in the Colony. The church erected in 1822, was seen as a determination of the converts to hold on to their new found faith. A small group, the church was nonetheless at the centre for religious and social activities for the people of Maroon Town – which was around the area from Walpole Street to Kingtom. The Maroon Church is among the oldest churches in Sierra Leone. It stands between current day Liverpool Street and Percival Street.
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At Visit Sierra Leone (VSL TRAVEL), our mission has always been clear:to help the world see Sierra Leone the way we do — full of beauty, culture, and unforgettable experiences. In March 2026, Visit Sierra Leone (VSL TRAVEL) had the privilege of hosting an international Familiarisation (FAM) Trip in partnership with The Adventure Connection, with […]
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Shwen Shwen awarded the 2026 Michelin Bib Gourmand prize!
Maria Bradford has made her mark on London’s fine-dining scene with her restaurant Shwen Shwen, which was named Michelin Opening of the Year just eight months after opening. For Bradford, the recognition is not about prestige;it is about possibility, and about proving that Sierra Leonean and Afro-fusion cuisine belongs at the highest levels of culinary […]
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