Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About: Pembroke!

Let’s leap into the story of Pembroke, one of Malta’s newest towns—but packed with history, green spaces, and even a football stadium!

Once a Big Military Camp

Did you know Pembroke was once a busy British military base from the 1850s until 1979? Soldiers lived there in barracks named after saints, like St George, St Patrick, and St Andrew—and even had training grounds, a hospital, and parade areas.Towers, Forts and Watchful Guards

Coast watchers go way back here! Knights of Malta built two watchtowers Saint George’s Tower in 1638 and Madliena Tower in 1658—to keep an eye on the sea.

Then the British built Fort Pembroke (1875–1878), a big strong fort to help guard the island. These structures now stand tall and proud even though their military days are over!

A Clock Tower You Can’t Miss

Pembroke has a very special clock tower from 1903, part of the old guard room. It’s the tallest building in the town and a neat place where people often meet up.

A Forgotten Theatre and a Ghostly Hall

Back in 1915–1916, the Australia Hall was built as a theatre and library for soldiers from Australia and New Zealand. Sadly, it burned down in 1998, now its shell stands quietly as a ghostly reminder of the past.

Quiet Green Town, Full of Life

Pembroke officially became its own town in 1993, and later a parish in 2004, dedicated to the Resurrection of Christ—though without the usual village festa celebrations.

Today, it’s a friendly residential town, known for its greenery, student housing, and attractive seaside. It’s popular, too, with people learning English in the summer!

Football, Goals, and Cheers

If you’re into football, you’ll love Luxol Stadium, Pembroke’s home of football. Opened in 2006, it’s where St. Andrews FC play their matches with a cheering crowd of up to 800 fans!

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