Major city · Falkland Islands
Goose Green
Skip unless you are a Falklands War history buff or need a stop on the way to Port Howard: half a day from Stanley, or one night at Stone Cottage.
Goose Green is a quiet settlement of about 40 people on East Falkland, best known for the 1982 Battle of Goose Green. The main draw is the small war memorial and the surrounding landscape. Most travellers use it as a lunch stop on the drive between Stanley and Port Howard, or as a base for one night if they want to explore the Darwin area.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- FKP
- Best months
- Nov–Mar
- avoid Jun–Aug (cold, short days, some roads may be muddy)
- Airport
- PSY
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…Entry rules are set by the Falkland Islands Government, n…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Falkland Islands ↗Entry rules are set by the Falkland Islands Government, not the UK: visitors need a return ticket, pre-booked accommodation, enough funds and medical insurance covering evacuation. Check the official rules for your passport.
- Falkland Islands ↗Keep at least 6 m from penguins and seals, stay out of marked colonies, and follow landowners' rules: most land is privately owned farmland.
- Falkland Islands ↗Strict biosecurity: declare food, plants, seeds and soil; clean boots and outdoor gear before arrival and before landing on each outer island.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Goose Green999 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance999
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Goose Green, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Falkland Islands pound (FKP), at par with the British pound; UK sterling notes are accepted.Falkland Islands-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckSure South Atlantic is the only mobile operator; local SIMs and data are expensive and coverage is limited outside Stanley (check eSIM support).Falkland Islands-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Stanley; lodges advise on their supply.Falkland Islands-wide
- TippingRestaurants: About 10% for good service.Falkland Islands-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 240 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Falkland Islands-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsIn Stanley and lodges; none in the field — plan day trips accordingly.Falkland Islands-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysMany shops shut on Sundays; lodges close from about April to October.Falkland Islands-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckPSY Port Stanley Airport (FIGAS flights from Stanley to Goose Green airstrip (check schedule; flights are weather-dependent and bookable via FIGAS)).
- Getting aroundOn foot: the settlement is tiny.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PSY Port Stanley Airport (FIGAS flights from Stanley to Goose Green airstrip (check schedule; flights are weather-dependent and bookable via FIGAS))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Feb
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
May
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Jun
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Jul
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Aug
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Sep
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Oct
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Nov
Best
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Best
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Nov–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)), coolest Jul (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest May (14 rain days), driest Feb (11). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Goose Green: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
13 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
12 rd
Apr
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
13 rd
May
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
14 rd
Jun
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
13 rd
Jul
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
13 rd
Aug
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
12 rd
Sep
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
Oct
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
12 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
On foot: the settlement is tiny. A 4x4 is needed for any off-road exploration; the road from Stanley is gravel but passable in a 2WD in dry weather.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1 h 20 min
Drive via Darwin Rd, about 80 min (95 km (59 mi))Drive via Darwin Rd, about 80 min (59 mi (95 km))
Base for supplies and the museum.
Door to door: About 1 h 15 min
Drive north-west on the gravel road, about 1 h 15 min (check)
Another small settlement with a lodge and war history.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Goose Green settlement
Stone Cottage is the only accommodation; book ahead.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- FKP 50–80 (self-catering at Stone Cottage)
- Mid
- FKP 80–120 (Stone Cottage with meals)
- High
- FKP 120+ (private hire of vehicle and guide)
Watch out
Safety
- No shops, no fuel station: fill up in Stanley before driving out.
- FIGAS flights are weather-dependent; have a backup plan.
- Mobile phone signal is unreliable (check with your provider).
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 999
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Emergency
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Stanley → Goose Green by car: about 80 min, 95 km (59 mi) (check road conditions)about 80 min, 59 mi (95 km) (check road conditions)
- FIGAS flight Stanley → Goose Green: about 20 min, weather-dependent (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Goose Green. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Mar · avoid Jun–Aug (cold, short days, some roads may be muddy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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