Culture
See also: Culture of the British African-Caribbean community and Culture of BarbadosBarbados along with many other Caribbean nations was once part of the British Empire, between 1627 and 1966 the Island was under British rule, and it still retains a very 'British' identity today, much more so than the surrounding nations. Barbados is often referred to as Little England by its inhabitants as well as neighbours. The result of this close bond between the two nations is that the UK proves the most popular destination for Barbadian emigrants who then find it much easier to settle into society than many other English and non-English speaking immigrant groups. Leading on from British colonial rule in Barbados, one of the island nation's most popular pastimes is playing cricket (a sport introduced and still played by the British). The culture of the Barbadian community in the UK is also heavily influenced by West African cultures, due to traditions dating back to the slave trade generation.
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