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A Dozen (and more) Delights	Judges Bay
Auckland Domain	Newmarket
Grafton	Streams and Gullies
Epsom - In the Zone	St Stephen's Chapel

 

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.

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.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.  Limited to 20.  Allow 2 hours.

Auckland Domain - Architecture

Learn about the architectural history and view the range of statues and building in this glorious public park.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.  Limited to 30.  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.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.  Limited to 30.  Allow 2 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.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Limited to 20. Allow 1.5 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.

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.

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.

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.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Limited to 30.  Allow 1.5 hours.

 

Heritage Talks

Jubilee Building Tour and Talk. A vigorous centre with many stories of achievement.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. 1 hour.

Heritage Fruit and Vegetable Talk. Grow stunning fruits and vegetables.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. 1 hour.

St. Mary's and Holy Trinity Cathedral Talk. Fascinating recount of the history of the Cathedral.
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. 1 hour.