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Deep in the hills of Trinityville, St. Thomas, the ruins of Coley Plantation still stand — hidden beneath vines, trees, and centuries of history. Most people drive through this area without realizing that these stones were once part of a massive plantation estate connected to early land grants, powerful colonial families, and the plantation economy that shaped Jamaica after the English seized the island in 1655. During my ancestry research, I discovered a surprising connection to Matthew Gregory Lewis, a plantation owner who documented life on Jamaican estates in the early 1800s. That discovery led me back to this very location. In this video, we explore the ruins of Coley Plantation — examining the stone structures that remain, the history of the estate, and the deeper story behind one of the forgotten plantation sites in eastern Jamaica. From early land ownership records to the industrial layout of the estate, this walkthrough reveals how places like Coley were once part of a much larger network of plantations across the island. Sometimes the stones left behind tell a story that the written records only hint at. Let’s explore. The Coley Plantation Ruins https://youtu.be/Peg8vWSNzrI #JamaicaHistory #ColeyPlantation #StThomasJamaica #JamaicaRuins #HiddenHistory #JamaicaHeritage #ExploreJamaica #JamaicaVlog #CaribbeanHistory #EliteJamaica

Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm From Nestcastle to Bethel and back down into Cedar Valley, this journey takes us deep into the hills of St. Thomas where history, nature, and everyday life meet. In this video I continue the exploration through these quiet mountain communities, walking the old roads and paths that connect them while taking in some truly beautiful views across the valley. Along the way I meet a few residents, pass farms and old properties, and capture the scenery that makes this part of Jamaica so special. These hills hold a lot of stories, and sometimes the best way to understand them is simply to walk the land and see it for yourself. This is another raw and authentic journey through the Jamaican countryside, showing the landscapes, communities, and history that many people never get to see. If you enjoy these kinds of explorations, make sure to subscribe and follow the journey across Jamaica. #Jamaica #StThomasJamaica #CedarValley #RuralJamaica #ExploreJamaica #JamaicaVlog #EliteJamaica

I hiked miles uphill through harsh terrain, thick overgrowth, and unmarked paths to find this 228-year-old mansion ruin built in 1798. Hidden deep in the hills, this structure has survived centuries of change — from colonial coffee production to modern Jamaica. Time has tried to erase it. Nature has tried to reclaim it. But somehow, it still stands. This is more than just an abandoned great house. This climb was physical, but it was also a journey into the past — into 228 years of silence, survival, and history carved into stone. What does a building that old really represent? And how did it last this long? Welcome back to Elite Jamaica Official Channel. #JamaicaHistory #AbandonedPlaces #HiddenHistory #EliteJamaica #HistoricRuins

A friend told me about some historic ruins hidden somewhere in St. Thomas, Jamaica — but when I checked my map, nothing was listed. I searched online, checked different sources, and still found no record of this structure. No documentation. No official history. Nothing. So I decided to go and find it myself. In this episode, I travel into Morant, St. Thomas, in search of an undocumented historic ruin that few people even know exists. Along the way, we explore the landscape, the coastal environment, and the forgotten corners of a parish that carries deep historical roots. Not every piece of Jamaica’s history made it into the books. Some structures were abandoned, overgrown, and left behind — but they still stand as silent witnesses to the past. This is Elite Jamaica — uncovering the history they forgot to document. If you enjoy historical explorations, abandoned sites, and untold Jamaican stories, make sure to like, share, and subscribe. #EliteJamaica #StThomasJamaica #Morant #JamaicaHistory #HistoricRuins #HiddenJamaica #AbandonedJamaica #UntoldHistory #ExploreJamaica

The Folly Great House in Port Antonio, Portland is one of Jamaica’s most mysterious and iconic ruins. Built during the early 1900s by American millionaire Alfred Mitchell, who was connected to the Tiffany family fortune, this mansion was meant to symbolize wealth and prestige. Instead, it became a crumbling monument overlooking the sea. In this video, we explore the true history behind the Folly Great House — the Tiffany wealth connection, the concrete controversy, the social elite networks of the time, and the wider story of Port Antonio during Jamaica’s tourism boom. Was salt water really used in the construction? What led to its rapid decline? And how does it connect to powerful American families of the early 20th century? This is more than a ruin — this is history carved in concrete. Subscribe to Elite Jamaica Official Channel for more Jamaican history, forgotten estates, and untold stories. Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm #FollyGreatHouse #PortAntonio #PortlandJamaica #JamaicanHistory #EliteJamaica #HistoricJamaica #GreatHouseRuins #AbandonedJamaica #CaribbeanHistory #FollyRuins

Deep in the rural interior of St. Thomas, Jamaica, hidden far from main roads and modern maps, stands a massive stone bridge unlike anything else in the area. Built with enormous blocks of stone and featuring architectural details that suggest it served more than one purpose, this structure raises more questions than answers. There are no clear records of when this bridge was built, who built it, or why it was designed the way it was. It does not appear on official maps, and little to no documentation exists in the archives. Yet, it remains standing—silent, forgotten, and largely untouched. In this video, I journey through eastern St. Thomas, visiting former plantation lands and surrounding communities, tracing the landscape where sugar once dominated and uncovering remnants of an old system that shaped the land itself. This bridge was never meant to be crossed—and by the end, you’ll understand why. 📍 Location: St. Thomas, Jamaica 📜 History | Exploration | Hidden Structures If you enjoy Jamaica’s hidden history, abandoned structures, and forgotten places, remember to like, comment, and subscribe. #EliteJamaica #StThomasJamaica #JamaicaHistory #HiddenHistory #ForgottenPlaces #MysteriousBridge #JamaicaExploration #ColonialRemnants #RuralJamaica #HistoricJamaica

Deep in the rural interior of St. Thomas, Jamaica, hidden far from main roads and modern maps, stands a massive stone bridge unlike anything else in the area. Built with enormous blocks of stone and featuring architectural details that suggest it served more than one purpose, this structure raises more questions than answers. There are no clear records of when this bridge was built, who built it, or why it was designed the way it was. It does not appear on official maps, and little to no documentation exists in the archives. Yet, it remains standing—silent, forgotten, and largely untouched. In this video, I journey through eastern St. Thomas, visiting former plantation lands and surrounding communities, tracing the landscape where sugar once dominated and uncovering remnants of an old system that shaped the land itself. This bridge was never meant to be crossed—and by the end, you’ll understand why. 📍 Location: St. Thomas, Jamaica 📜 History | Exploration | Hidden Structures If you enjoy Jamaica’s hidden history, abandoned structures, and forgotten places, remember to like, comment, and subscribe. BECKFORDS SUGAR EMPIRE https://youtu.be/j8kcR9AYDW8 Pembroke Hall Water Wheel https://youtu.be/mMbV2InzdKY Mysterious bridge https://youtu.be/Ifkv0Phv5yA Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm #EliteJamaica #StThomasJamaica #JamaicaHistory #HiddenHistory #ForgottenPlaces #MysteriousBridge #JamaicaExploration #ColonialRemnants #RuralJamaica #HistoricJamaica

Hidden deep in western St. Thomas, this massive man-made dam sits quietly with no official records, no construction date, and almost no public knowledge of its existence. In this video, I explore the site on location and take a closer look at what still remains. Across the road from the dam are old columns believed to be part of a tram system once used during Jamaica’s banana era, possibly transporting bananas down toward Bowden. Based on the size of the dam and its location, I share my personal theory that it may have been used to generate hydroelectric power to support plantation operations and the tram line. This is not stated as fact, only an observation and interpretation based on what can still be seen today. As always, this video is about exploring Jamaica’s forgotten places, questioning what history has left behind, and encouraging discussion. If you have information, memories, or insight about this dam or the tram system, feel free to share in the comments. https://elite-jamaica-store.creator-spring.com/listing/mt-felix-mug Get Your Mount Felix Mug now! I only could do Six. Join my Patreon for Pictures and exact locations of my finds. Thanks for the support. https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm #JamaicaHistory #StThomasJamaica #AbandonedJamaica #HiddenJamaica #JamaicaExploration #ForgottenPlaces #EliteJamaica

I walked 17 miles out of pure curiosity. I had heard about an isolated mountain community hidden deep in the hills of St Thomas, Jamaica — a place few people talk about and even fewer people visit. What started as a straightforward journey quickly changed. I got lost, encountered unexpected things, and pushed far beyond what I planned for. As I reached deeper into the community, I was told about a site located on a hill, connected to Jamaica’s colonial past. I also began searching for the ruins of the Grampian sugar plantation, an estate once tied into the wider plantation system of eastern St Thomas. Hearing about these locations sent my curiosity through the roof and pulled me back into the woodlands, following old paths and local knowledge in search of what remains. This video documents the journey, the landscape, and the history surrounding Beacon Hill and the Grampian estate area. It explores how these hills were shaped by colonial systems, unpaid labor, and the communities that later formed in their shadow. This is not just a hike. It’s a walk through history. If you enjoy real exploration, Jamaican history, abandoned places, and hidden ruins, subscribe to Elite Jamaica for more. https://elite-jamaica-store.creator-spring.com/listing/mt-felix-mug Get Your Mount Felix Mug now! I only could do Six. Join my Patreon for Pictures and exact locations of my finds. Thanks for the support. https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm #JamaicaHistory #GrampianEstate #BeaconHill #EliteJamaica #HistoricJamaica #JamaicaExploration #AbandonedJamaica

Some of Jamaica’s history isn’t in books — it’s in the hills, the bush, and the stories people pass down. Beacon Hill and the Grampian estate are part of that story. What other hidden places should I go looking for next? #JamaicaHistory #GrampianEstate #BeaconHill #EliteJamaica #HistoricJamaica #JamaicaExploration #AbandonedJamaica

Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm Join my Patreon: https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Help me aquire these gears for hiking: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/7NV8JB7GO2SV This is Part 2 of my exploration through the historic plantation corridor in St Thomas, Jamaica. After starting in Golden Grove and walking through the remains of several old estates, this part of the journey takes me closer to Dalvey, where I finally locate the Dalvey windmill tower — one of the most visible surviving structures from the plantation era in this area. Dalvey was one of the major sugar estates in eastern St Thomas, and the windmill tower stands as a reminder of the scale of sugar production that once dominated this landscape. As I walk the old estate roads, I talk about how these plantations were connected, how they functioned, and why some places survived as communities while others faded into history. This is history hidden in plain sight, explored on foot. #EliteJamaica #Dalvey #DalveyWindmill #StThomasJamaica #PlantationRuins #ForgottenHistory #JamaicanHistory #HistoricJamaica #HiddenJamaica

These Ruins Were Never Meant to Be Found | St Thomas, Jamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Today I’m in the community of Golden Grove, St Thomas, after spotting strange structures on Google Earth that didn’t quite make sense at first. After doing some research, I realized these weren’t random ruins at all, but part of a whole string of historic sugar plantations that once operated side by side. Being curious, I decided to head out and see them for myself. In this vlog, I walk from Golden Grove to Hampton Court, Chiswick and finally Dalvey, exploring the remains of estates that once formed an important sugar corridor in eastern Jamaica. Chiswick, in particular, stood out, as historical maps show it once had a cattle mill, a water mill, and a windmill tower, evidence of large-scale sugar production. Along the way, I talk about the plantation era, the colonial planters who owned these lands, and how some communities survived while others were completely forgotten. This area was also heavily affected by natural disasters, including major flooding and the 1935 Jérémie hurricane, which devastated large parts of St Thomas and reshaped the landscape we see today. What remains now are ruins, overgrown roads, and silent evidence of a system that once powered Jamaica’s economy. This is history hidden in plain sight. If you enjoy Jamaican history, forgotten places, plantation ruins, and real on-the-ground exploration, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe to Elite Jamaica. #EliteJamaica #StThomasJamaica #GoldenGrove #PlantationRuins #ForgottenHistory #JamaicanHistory #AbandonedJamaica #SugarPlantations #HistoricJamaica #HiddenJamaica

Join me on an unexpected adventure as I head out to the river after a call from a friend. What started as a simple visit turned into a fascinating discovery: stones turning into clay and mysterious formations that left me intrigued. After digging into some research, I share the fascinating details behind these natural phenomena. We also explore the Reggae Falls, an old hillside dam with a rich history, and I dive into its origins and purpose. As my curiosity leads me through the bush, I stumble upon old structures and a mysterious stone building that I still can't fully explain! Tune in for a mix of natural wonders, historical insights, and the thrill of discovery in south-eastern St. Thomas, Jamaica!

Join my Patreon for Pictures and exact locations of my finds. Thanks for the support. https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm Join me on an unexpected adventure as I head out to the river after a call from a friend. What started as a simple visit turned into a fascinating discovery: stones turning into clay and mysterious formations that left me intrigued. After digging into some research, I share the fascinating details behind these natural phenomena. We also explore the Reggae Falls, an old hillside dam with a rich history, and I dive into its origins and purpose. As my curiosity leads me through the bush, I stumble upon old structures and a mysterious stone building that I still can't fully explain! Tune in for a mix of natural wonders, historical insights, and the thrill of discovery in south-eastern St. Thomas, Jamaica! In this video, I explore: Why the river stones appear to turn into clay The geological fault lines running through eastern Jamaica Evidence of ancient volcanic activity in St. Thomas Why colonial engineers chose this exact location How nature reclaimed one of Jamaica’s earliest hydro projects And a historic stone building I found that is not on my map This is not a theory video. It’s an exploration — on foot, on location, and through history. 📍 Location: St. Thomas, Jamaica 🎥 Filmed on site 📚 Research completed after the visit #StewartField #StThomasJamaica #SouthEasternStThomas #ReggaeFalls #JamaicaHistory #HiddenJamaica #JamaicaRuins #JamaicaVlog #EliteJamaica #JamaicaExploration #HistoricJamaica #JamaicaNature

Join my Patreon for Pictures and exact locations of my finds. Thanks for the support. https://patreon.com/Elitejamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm Hidden deep in the foothills of the John Crow Mountains in eastern St. Thomas lies a community many Jamaicans have never heard of. While researching, I discovered that this once-settled area is now nearly abandoned, with only a handful of residents remaining in recent years. Curiosity led me on a challenging uphill journey to see this remote mountain community for myself. Join me as we hike deep into the wilderness, uncover forgotten homes, and explore the story behind one of Jamaica’s most isolated communities. If you enjoy exploring Jamaica’s hidden history, abandoned places, and forgotten communities, remember to like, share, and subscribe for more adventures across the island. Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm https://youtu.be/LlZNiwRpf4k Island Head Ruins https://youtu.be/hnUY7SYeZMw Sunning Hill Aqueduct Ruins #Jamaica #StThomasJamaica #AbandonedVillage #JohnCrowMountains #JamaicaVlog #AbandonedPlaces #ExploreJamaica #HiddenJamaica #EliteJamaica #AdventureVlog

Somewhere in the hills of Eastern St. Thomas lies the haunting remains of a grand 1700s plantation mansion. I came across mentions of this place while researching old maps, including the 1804 James Robertson map — the most detailed plantation map of Jamaica. At first, I couldn’t clearly identify it, which raised one question: why was a massive estate like this so hard to find? So I decided to hike out and find it for myself. The journey wasn’t easy. Thick bush, wrong turns, muddy ground, and long stretches with no clear path. But what I eventually found was far bigger and more powerful than I expected — the ruins of Ladyfield, a former coffee plantation once owned by Philip Forsythe, part of Jamaica’s forgotten coffee history. This video isn’t just about ruins. It’s about research, walking the land, and uncovering stories that were never meant to be easy. If you’re interested in Jamaican history, hidden plantations, off-grid exploration, and the stories that don’t make it into textbooks — this one is for you. 📍 Eastern St. Thomas, Jamaica 🎥 On foot. No road. No signs.

I Hiked Into the Middle of Nowhere to find This Place Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm Somewhere in the hills of Eastern St. Thomas lies the haunting remains of a grand 1700s plantation mansion. I came across mentions of this place while researching old maps, including the 1804 James Robertson map — the most detailed plantation map of Jamaica. At first, I couldn’t clearly identify it, which raised one question: why was a massive estate like this so hard to find? So I decided to hike out and find it for myself. The journey wasn’t easy. Thick bush, wrong turns, muddy ground, and long stretches with no clear path. But what I eventually found was far bigger and more powerful than I expected — the ruins of Ladyfield, a former coffee plantation once owned by Philip Forsythe, part of Jamaica’s forgotten coffee history. This video isn’t just about ruins. It’s about research, walking the land, and uncovering stories that were never meant to be easy. If you’re interested in Jamaican history, hidden plantations, off-grid exploration, and the stories that don’t make it into textbooks — this one is for you. 📍 Eastern St. Thomas, Jamaica 🎥 On foot. No road. No signs. #EliteJamaica #JamaicanHistory #HiddenInTheHills #PlantationRuins #CoffeeHistory #StThomasJamaica #OffGridJamaica #ForgottenHistory #Ladyfieldgreathouse #Ladyfield

These Ruins Were Never Meant to Be Found | St Thomas, Jamaica Thanks for your support Https://PayPal.me/elitejamm Deep in the woodlands of eastern St. Thomas, hidden beneath thick, untamed bush, lie the forgotten remains of a once-grand plantation. After hearing eerie stories and receiving warnings about this place, curiosity pushed me to take on a nearly four-mile journey into the bush to see it for myself. My search began at the Palmetto River Great House, but what I found there wasn’t what I expected. It wasn’t until I pushed deeper toward the Boston Sugar Estate that the atmosphere changed completely. What I encountered next caught me off guard and turned this exploration into something far more intense than I anticipated. This is one of those forgotten places in Jamaica where history, nature, and mystery collide. 📍 Eastern St. Thomas, Jamaica 🎥 Exploring hidden plantation ruins 📜 Jamaican history beneath the bush JamaicaHistory #HiddenJamaica #PlantationRuins #AbandonedJamaica #StThomasJamaica #JamaicanHeritage #LostHistory #BushExploration #EliteJamaica #HistoricJamaica