Explore the design and history of the Cathedral and its associated buildings and places. Visit the State significant historic peal of bells. See the John Coburn wall hanging, the Warrior's Chapel, William Montgomery's stained glass windows and the historic Blackett font and cover. Hear fascinating stories about surprising events, famous people and many iconic artefacts. […]
Bathurst General Cemetery. Hear fascinating stories of tragic accidents, prominent people, soldiers, photographers, a Machattie Park head gardener, a gaoler and a builder. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea supplied by the Group. Bring a hat, water and sunscreen. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Meet at Bathurst Cemetery, Dean Street entrance. $15 per person - bookings […]
Jan Page will give a talk based on a poem “Views from the Bald Hills”, published in the Bathurst Times in November 1912. The poem captures the fascination for Bathurst’s dominant south-west backdrop once known as the Bald Hills and now known as Mount Panorama/Wahluu. A light supper will be served at the conclusion of […]
On this bus tour, enjoy a journey to the villages of Sofala and Hill End to learn about the treasures of the goldfields. An approximately 40 minute drive from Bathurst to Sofala, enjoy a morning tea on the banks of the Turon River followed by a visit to the Western Goldfields Museum at Sofala. Travelling […]
Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in New South Wales. Begin with morning tea in Sisters’ dining room, followed by a guided tour of the Centre. View the historic buildings and learn of the Sisters’ story. The beautiful surrounds, the peaceful chapel […]
This is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon, explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
This is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon, explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
The Bathurst Courthouse is one of the most photographed buildings in Bathurst but what is the history of the courthouses and gaols since white settlement? Meet at the Bathurst District Historical Museum to hear some of the stories of those that designed the buildings and how justice was meted out. Following the Crime and Punishment […]
This is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon, explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
This is an audio-visual presentation by car and bike enthusiast Geoff Fry. This presentation embraces the history of motoring in general and motor sport around the Bathurst region and will be held at the historic The Greens on William. Free - bookings essential BOOKINGS: Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1800 68 1000 or online at bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours
This is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon, explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
This is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon, explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
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Wiradjuri Country
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Bathurst NSW 2795
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