Dear Monthly Activity Enthusiasts,
This month takes us to Mosman and back in time as we explore Georges Heights at Headland Park, which once played a crucial role in the defence of Sydney Harbour. Our guide will explain the significance of the gun emplacements, underground tunnels and other military relics dating back to the 1870s.
During our 90-minute Tunnels and Gunners Tour, an experienced volunteer guide will lead us through two sets of demilitarised fortifications set within coastal bushland, including tunnels off limits to the general public. The tour concludes at the Headland Park Artist Precinct, which is home to a thriving community of painters, potters, sculptors and photographers.
The tour is 90 minutes and includes stairs, bush tracks and unlit underground tunnels. The tour concludes at Georges Heights Artist’s Precinct and is approximately a five-minute walk to the car park.
DATE: Thursday 25 May 2023
TIME: 10.45am: Please arrive at 10.30am
Lunch: Frenchies Café is very close to the end of the tour and if you are interested, we can adjourn there for a light lunch after the tour.
VENUE: Meet at the Hospital on the Hill Exhibition, Building 21 on Best Avenue, Mosman.
COST: $8.00.
RSVP TO: Caren Trafford: [email protected] .
Please add your phone number and the name of the outing: Tunnels and Gunners Tour
RSVP BY: Tuesday 16 May 2023
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment Option 1 (Preferred): By Credit Card through the Payments section of the website
Payment Option 2: Online (direct deposit) into the SWIC bank account
Account Name: SWIC Inc.
BSB No: 112-879
Account No: 431-019-281
Description: Tunnels and Gunners + your initial and surname
TRANSPORT: Getting there:
• Parking is available off Suakin Drive.
• Public transport is available to our site, check transportnsw.info for more information
Important information
Content warning: Although this is an all-ages tour, people under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Further, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are advised that the tour contains stories (and may contain images and/or visuals) of deceased people.
Site conditions: This tour involves underground tunnels, a steep incline and some uneven surfaces, and it is not suitable for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. A moderate level of fitness and mobility is required. You must comply with all directions of the Guides, Rangers and Security. Dogs, bicycles and smoking are not permitted.
What to bring: Suitable walking shoes, a sunhat and wet weather gear (if needed). Please provide your own torch for the tunnels (phone torch is adequate). Please note: This tour has high touch points including handrails and includes entry into confined spaces. As such, we recommend providing your own hand sanitiser and wearing a face mask.
Weather conditions: Tours will proceed regardless of weather conditions except in the event of extreme weather.
Toilets are located close to the starting point at Georges Heights Oval, on the corner of Suakin Drive and Best Avenue, and in Lower Georges Heights at the end of the tour
