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Heritage Walks descriptions
A Dozen (and more) Delights
Delight in our history... Parnell, fringed by the waterfront and the Domain, is Auckland's oldest suburb, vibrant with history and elegance. Vigorous examples of early colonial houses and spirited designs in a classical manner.
Saturday 25 Feb, 10am
Saturday 17 Mar, 2pm
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 2 hours.
Auckland Domain
Explore the geological, Maori and European histories of New Zealand's oldest park. The walk will finish at the front of the Museum.
Saturday 21 Jan, 10.30am
Saturday 17 Mar, 10.30am
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 - 2 hours.
Auckland Domain - Architecture
Learn about the architectural history and view the range of statues and building in this glorious public park.
Saturday 18 Feb, 2pm
Saturday 10 Mar, 2pm
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 1.5 - 2 hours.
Campus Stories
From its earliest days in the 1840s to its modern architectural and cultural developments, the area in and around the University of Auckland campus provides a wealth of history and interesting stories. Good level of fitness required. Refreshments in Old Government House available.
Friday 17 Feb, 10am
Saturday 24 Mar, 10am
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 hours.
Epsom - In the Zone
Meet at corner Seccombes and Mountain Roads. Discover a hidden corner of Auckland nestled between Mt Eden and Newmarket and learn something about its residents. The walk will take in iconic buildings such as Auckland Grammar and the Mater Hospital and lead you through the leafy streets to reveal gracious homes with extensive grounds, as well as glimpses of the area's volcanic past.
Saturday 18 Feb, 10am
Sunday 18 Mar, 10am
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 hours.
Grafton
A walk through Grafton, one of New Zealand's oldest suburbs. The walk gives background information on some of Grafton's Heritage buildings, both residential and public, and its illustrious residents.
Sunday 11 Mar, 10am
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 2 hours.
Judges Bay
Rendell has been researching the history of the Judges Bay / Parnell area since 2001 for a planned book on the area. Rendell will cover historic aspects of the area including the geology, Maori and European history. Learn about the early Maori settlement and Maori hospital and where Bishop Selwyn landed in New Zealand.
Sunday 29 Jan, 9am
Sunday 1 Apr, 9am
Bookings essential. Limited to 50. Allow 70-80 minutes.
Newmarket
Once an independent borough and major manufacturing and warehousing centre, Newmarket has undergone a major transformation over the last 20 years.
Sunday 26 Feb, 9am
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 hours.
Streams
and Gullies
A walk through the bush-clad gullies of Parnell, New Zealand's oldest suburb. The trail links five separate reserves including the foreshore of Hobson Bay. Approximately 70% of the walk is in bush-clad reserves with gravel paths and wooden steps, necessitating sturdy footwear, and a jacket if wet. Not suitable for prams or buggies.
Saturday 31 Mar, 10am
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 1.5 hours.
St Stephen's Chapel
St Stephen's Chapel, Judges' Bay - and its silent churchyard congregation. A visit to the historic chapel of St Stephen, built in 1856.
Sunday 12 Feb, 2pm
Sunday 11 Mar, 2pm
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 1.5 hours.
Tangirapaki
A unique Parnell walk down a hillside to Hobson Bay.
Saturday 3 Mar, 2pm
Bookings essential. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 hours.
Parnell's Hidden Treasures
Stroll down streets steeped in the history of Auckland. Good level of fitness required.
Sunday 4 Mar, 10am
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 2 hours.
Riverhead Heritage Fruit Tour
Walk around three acres of flowering heritage fruit trees. Free.
Saturday 18 Feb, 2pm
Bookings essential. Limited to 30. Allow 1.5 hours.