Sherwood Content

Sherwood Content - October 30th, 2009

Nestled in the hills of Trelawny, Sherwood Content is an oasis of breathtaking beauty and natural bounty. It is also the birthplace of the world’s fastest man, Olympian gold medalist Usain Bolt, who made the local yam harvest something of a phenomenon when he attributed his physical prowess to this childhood diet. Consequently, there has been an unprecedented increase in yam demand from both the local community and beyond.

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The Cockpit Country is made up of several distinct communities, each of which offers a unique window onto Jamaican culture. Some of the main regions include, Accompong, Flagstaff, Windsor, Wait-A-Bit/Litchfield, and Sherwood Content. Many of these centers are located close to the Cockpit interior, while others can be reached via a 2-3 hour drive.

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Garfield Williams

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Ceramic potter Garfield Williams studied at West Humber Collegiate Institute in Toronto, Canada, before returning to Jamaica in early 2000. Originally from Balaclava, St. Elizabeth, Williams began making drawings and [...]

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