Rides — Further Parramatta Heritage Tours
Paul Bowyer is organising a tour of the heritage of Parramatta at 8:00 AM on Sunday 5 August 2007. Don't miss your chance to join in the fun!
Third Parramatta Heritage Tour
Date: Sunday 9th April, 2006
Grading: Easy 17km, with plenty of breaks.
Start: Starts at: Tudor Gates, George St entrance to Parramatta Park, 10 am
Cost: Free!
Contact: Ian Macindoe
Description: A gentle ride around the historical sites of Parramatta on quiet streets with commentary.
This is your third opportunity if you missed the second ride last month!
CAMWEST launches Heritage website!
CAMWEST has launched its Parramatta Heritage Ride website, you can find it here. The site provides descriptions and photos of a number of heritage sites around the area, and it highlights the wonderful historical heritage around Parramatta, truly a 'living museum'. Users can also download a self-guided printable brochure and map that you can take on the suggested route.
2004 Ride Report
About 26 people turned up for the ride, including about six children and a star appearance of Gabrielle Kuiper, President of Bicycle NSW! Weather was perfect - sunny and cool but not cold. It covered an easy 16km at a leisurely pace, with CAMWEST member and Parramatta history fan Paul Bowyer as our guide. We started off from Tudor Gates, Parramatta Park, up past Old Govt House and then to Dairy Precinct. From there we visited the Female Orphan School, Experiment Farm, Hambledon Cottage, and finished at St John's Church in the Mall. Most then adjourned to Delifrance for coffee. This ride will next be run in May 2005. Look out for our self-guided tour guide (downloadable) and web tour - coming up!
Previous Rides — Photos
Photo: Michael Goard
Photo: Michael Goard
Photo: Michael Goard
Photo: Michael Goard