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Chowder BayVisitor Guide
Contact usSydney Harbour Federation Trust
Visit our website for information about the history of Chowder Bay, leasing
opportunities, special events or visiting our other sites.
www.harbourtrust.gov.au
Ph: (02) 8969 2100
Fax: (02) 8969 2120
Ranger: 0432 750 714 (8.00 am–4.00 pm, 7 days)
Security: 0433 631 572 (4.00 pm–8.00 am, 7 days)
PO Box 607 MOSMAN NSW 2088
Building 28, Best Ave, (Off Suakin Dr) MOSMAN (9.00 am–5.00 pm, Mon–Fri)
Useful contactsMosman Council
www.mosman.nsw.gov.au
Ph: (02) 9978 4000
Ranger: (02) 9978 4081 or 0419 784 081
Sydney Harbour National Park
www.environment.nsw.gov.au
Ph: (02) 9247 5033
NSW Maritime
www.maritime.nsw.gov.au
Ph: 131256
Walking Coastal Sydney
www.walkingcoastalsydney.com.au
Acknowledgement of traditional custodians
We acknowledge the people of the Gu Ring Gai nation, the traditional
custodians of this area.
Published December 2008. Printed on recycled paper.
Building 1 [F2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour
Building 2 [E2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 2Bacino Bar
Building 7 [D3]Submarine Miners’ DepotRipples & Aquamine
Building 10 [E3]BoatshedSydney Harbour Wooden Boats
Building 11A [D3]Mines’ StorePLUNGE DivingSubmarine Miners’ Depot Display (opens early 2009)
Building 14 [D2]Magazine StoreBacino Kiosk
Building 18 [E3]Sergeant Major’s CottageLIW3
Building 20 [G2]Sergeants’ Mess (opens August 2009)
Building 22 [D2]Q StoreSydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS)
Directory (by building number)
Legend
Parking
Disabled parking
Accessible toilets
Accessible playground
Bus stop
Toilets
Showers
Restaurant
Café
Accommodation
Bins
Walking track
Diving / snorkelling
Swimming
Kayaking
Kayak hire
Dive / snorkel hire
Walking track
Property boundary
Walking distancesChowder Bay to Balmoral 2.25 km
Chowder Bay to Middle Head 2.00 km
Chowder Bay to Taronga Zoo Wharf (via Bradleys Head) 4.75 km
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W E
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Jetty
Naval Refuelling Wharf
HEADLAND PARKSYDNEY HARBOUR FEDERATION TRUST
MOSMAN COUNCIL
HEADLAND PARKSYDNEY HARBOUR
FEDERATION TRUST
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2
22
18
7
11a
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10
14
To Geor
ges Heig
hts, Balm
oral
ToMiddle Head
To Taronga Zoo
SYDNEY HARBOUR NATIONAL PARK
CLIFTONGARDENS
CHOWDER BAY
Wharf
SYDNEY CBD (5KM)
MOSMAN (1.5KM)
Gate
To Gunners’Barracks
1
2
3
4
GFEDCBA
1
2
3
4
GFEDCBA
CHOWDER BAY ROAD
MORELL A ROAD
Amphitheatre
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About Chowder BayChowder Bay, named after whalers who made ‘chowder’ from the bay’s abundant seafood, is located on the southern side of Sydney’s Middle Head peninsula.
Nestled between a stunning harbour-side frontage and a steep backdrop
of natural bushland, Chowder Bay was opened to the public in 2000
following decades of military occupation.
The area features a complex of historic buildings and facilities originally
established as a Submarine Miners Depot, and later used as barracks and
mess buildings for the Australian military.
The buildings have since been carefully restored by the Sydney Harbour
Federation Trust and they now house a range of organisations and Federation Trust and they now house a range of organisations and Federation Trust
businesses offering diverse visitor experiences.
Chowder Bay, together with Middle Head and Georges Heights, form Chowder Bay, together with Middle Head and Georges Heights, form
Headland Park—a new parkland created by the Harbour Trust.
Celebrate a special occasion or event at the function venues.
Eat & drink at the Eat & drink at the Eat & drinkrestaurant or cafe overlooking the harbour.
Gaze out over the passing maritime activity.
Kayak around the Kayak around the Kayakpicturesque harbour foreshore.
Learn about the history, natural environment or marine life of the area.
Play on the shaded playground equipment or on the sandy beachfront.
Snorkel or dive to see Sydney’s unique underwater environment.
Stay overnight with your group at the dormitory accommodation.
Swim or paddle within the calm waters of Chowder Bay.
Visit the display to Visit the display to Visitdiscover Chowder Bay’s unique history.
Walk along the bush track Walk along the bush track Walkbetween Taronga Zoo and Balmoral.
Watch the age-old craft of building wooden boats.
Tour the heritage features Tour the heritage features Tourand military fortifications with a guide.
Things to see and do
0 50 100 150m
Day tripsCatch a bus from Wynyard to Chowder Bay. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach whilst the kids play on the sand or in the playground, then walk along the bush track to Taronga Zoo to catch a ferry back to Circular Quay.
Hire a water taxi to take you from Darling Harbour across to Chowder Bay for a corporate lunch at the restaurant or to delight overseas guests with a unique harbour-side meal.
Take a ferry to Taronga Zoo and then the connecting bus to Balmoral. Walk along the bush track from Balmoral to Chowder Bay then cool off with a snorkelling session, followed by a relaxing café lunch. Return to the city by bus to Wynyard.
Chowder BayVisitor Guide
Contact usSydney Harbour Federation Trust
Visit our website for information about the history of Chowder Bay, leasing
opportunities, special events or visiting our other sites.
www.harbourtrust.gov.au
Ph: (02) 8969 2100
Fax: (02) 8969 2120
Ranger: 0432 750 714 (8.00 am–4.00 pm, 7 days)
Security: 0433 631 572 (4.00 pm–8.00 am, 7 days)
PO Box 607 MOSMAN NSW 2088
Building 28, Best Ave, (Off Suakin Dr) MOSMAN (9.00 am–5.00 pm, Mon–Fri)
Useful contactsMosman Council
www.mosman.nsw.gov.au
Ph: (02) 9978 4000
Ranger: (02) 9978 4081 or 0419 784 081
Sydney Harbour National Park
www.environment.nsw.gov.au
Ph: (02) 9247 5033
NSW Maritime
www.maritime.nsw.gov.au
Ph: 131256
Walking Coastal Sydney
www.walkingcoastalsydney.com.au
Acknowledgement of traditional custodians
We acknowledge the people of the Gu Ring Gai nation, the traditional
custodians of this area.
Published December 2008. Printed on recycled paper.
Building 1 [F2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour
Building 2 [E2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 2Bacino Bar
Building 7 [D3]Submarine Miners’ DepotRipples & Aquamine
Building 10 [E3]BoatshedSydney Harbour Wooden Boats
Building 11A [D3]Mines’ StorePLUNGE DivingSubmarine Miners’ Depot Display (opens early 2009)
Building 14 [D2]Magazine StoreBacino Kiosk
Building 18 [E3]Sergeant Major’s CottageLIW3
Building 20 [G2]Sergeants’ Mess (opens August 2009)
Building 22 [D2]Q StoreSydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS)
Directory (by building number)
Legend
Parking
Disabled parking
Accessible toilets
Accessible playground
Bus stop
Toilets
Showers
Restaurant
Café
Accommodation
Bins
Walking track
Diving / snorkelling
Swimming
Kayaking
Kayak hire
Dive / snorkel hire
Walking track
Property boundary
Walking distancesChowder Bay to Balmoral 2.25 km
Chowder Bay to Middle Head 2.00 km
Chowder Bay to Taronga Zoo Wharf (via Bradleys Head) 4.75 km
N
W E
S
Jetty
Naval Refuelling Wharf
HEADLAND PARKSYDNEY HARBOUR FEDERATION TRUST
MOSMAN COUNCIL
HEADLAND PARKSYDNEY HARBOUR
FEDERATION TRUST
201
2
22
18
7
11a
11
10
14
To Geor
ges Heig
hts, Balm
oral
ToMiddle Head
To Taronga Zoo
SYDNEY HARBOUR NATIONAL PARK
CLIFTONGARDENS
CHOWDER BAY
Wharf
SYDNEY CBD (5KM)
MOSMAN (1.5KM)
Gate
To Gunners’Barracks
1
2
3
4
GFEDCBA
1
2
3
4
GFEDCBA
CHOWDER BAY ROAD
MORELL A ROAD
Amphitheatre
N
About Chowder BayChowder Bay, named after whalers who made ‘chowder’ from the bay’s abundant seafood, is located on the southern side of Sydney’s Middle Head peninsula.
Nestled between a stunning harbour-side frontage and a steep backdrop
of natural bushland, Chowder Bay was opened to the public in 2000
following decades of military occupation.
The area features a complex of historic buildings and facilities originally
established as a Submarine Miners Depot, and later used as barracks and
mess buildings for the Australian military.
The buildings have since been carefully restored by the Sydney Harbour
Federation Trust and they now house a range of organisations and Federation Trust and they now house a range of organisations and Federation Trust
businesses offering diverse visitor experiences.
Chowder Bay, together with Middle Head and Georges Heights, form Chowder Bay, together with Middle Head and Georges Heights, form
Headland Park—a new parkland created by the Harbour Trust.
Celebrate a special occasion or event at the function venues.
Eat & drink at the Eat & drink at the Eat & drinkrestaurant or cafe overlooking the harbour.
Gaze out over the passing maritime activity.
Kayak around the Kayak around the Kayakpicturesque harbour foreshore.
Learn about the history, natural environment or marine life of the area.
Play on the shaded playground equipment or on the sandy beachfront.
Snorkel or dive to see Sydney’s unique underwater environment.
Stay overnight with your group at the dormitory accommodation.
Swim or paddle within the calm waters of Chowder Bay.
Visit the display to Visit the display to Visitdiscover Chowder Bay’s unique history.
Walk along the bush track Walk along the bush track Walkbetween Taronga Zoo and Balmoral.
Watch the age-old craft of building wooden boats.
Tour the heritage features Tour the heritage features Tourand military fortifications with a guide.
Things to see and do
0 50 100 150m
Day tripsCatch a bus from Wynyard to Chowder Bay. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach whilst the kids play on the sand or in the playground, then walk along the bush track to Taronga Zoo to catch a ferry back to Circular Quay.
Hire a water taxi to take you from Darling Harbour across to Chowder Bay for a corporate lunch at the restaurant or to delight overseas guests with a unique harbour-side meal.
Take a ferry to Taronga Zoo and then the connecting bus to Balmoral. Walk along the bush track from Balmoral to Chowder Bay then cool off with a snorkelling session, followed by a relaxing café lunch. Return to the city by bus to Wynyard.
Visitor informationUse the information below and the map on the previous page to plan your visit to Chowder Bay. The grid references eg. [C3] indicate where features are found on the map. See the Directory for contact details and business locations.
Opening hoursChowder Bay is open every day of the year. The walking track gates at Balmoral
and Chowder Bay [D2] are open from sunrise to sunset.
Getting thereOn foot
Walk to Chowder Bay along the bush track from Taronga Zoo (via Bradleys
Head), Mosman, Clifton Gardens, Georges Heights or Balmoral.
By bus
Sydney Buses route 244 connects Chowder Bay with Wynyard in Sydney’s CBD Sydney Buses route 244 connects Chowder Bay with Wynyard in Sydney’s CBD Sydney Buses
and route 228 connects Clifton Gardens with Milsons Point in North Sydney.
Both routes travel via Neutral Bay, Cremorne, Spit Junction and Mosman.
For timetable details visit www.131500.info or call 131500. The bus stop at
Chowder Bay is located outside Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [F2]. The
bus stop at Clifton Gardens is located at Morella Rd [A3].
By water
Vessels (including water taxis) may drop off and pick up passengers at the
public wharf at Clifton Gardens and may anchor off the beach. The naval
re-fuelling wharf on the eastern point of Chowder Bay [E4] and the jetties in
front of Building 10 (the Boatshed) [D3] are available for public use by prior
arrangement with Ripples, LIW3, SIMS, and Land’s Edge.
Catch the ferry to Taronga Zoo from Circular Quay and connect with Sydney Buses
route 238 at the wharf. Alight on Middle Head Rd (before the bus turns left at
Beaconsfield Rd for Balmoral) and walk 20 minutes to Chowder Bay via Georges
Heights. For timetable details visit www.131500.info or call 131500.
By car
Chowder Bay can be reached by car along Chowder Bay Rd, via Middle Head Rd,
Mosman. There is limited parking along Chowder Bay Rd and metered parking in
the public car park at Clifton Gardens [A3] (which is accessed via Thompson St,
off Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman). Pedestrian access to Chowder Bay from the car
park at Clifton Gardens is via the beach.
Chowder Bay is a shared vehicle and pedestrian
area, so please take care when driving and parking your vehicle.
Food & drink
Bacino Bar [E2]
Sit out on the verandah and enjoy the harbour views! Traditional Italian snacks
and great coffee with the colour and movement of the harbour before you.
Bacino Kiosk [D2]
Possibly Sydney’s smallest cafe, built into a former ammunition store!
Traditional Italian snacks, gelato and great coffee beside the beach.
Ripples & Aquamine [D3]
With stunning views from the deck of the former Submarine Miners’ Depot,
diners at Ripples can enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine and an extensive wine list. Ripples can enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine and an extensive wine list. Ripples
Guests can also sample cocktails and antipasto in Ripples’ exclusive lounge
bar, Aquamine.
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]
From traditional silver-service tea through to a la carte lunch and private
events, The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks, located at Georges Head,
overlooking Chowder Bay, provides a stylish setting for a variety of occasions.
FacilitiesToilets & Showers
Toilets are located at Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [E2]. Toilets, change
rooms and showers are also located at Clifton Gardens Reserve [B2].
Playgrounds
A fenced, shaded playground is located at Clifton Gardens Reserve. Playground
includes wheelchair-friendly ‘liberty’ swing [C2].
Parking
See section on ‘Getting there’.
Function & venue hireAmphitheatre [G2]
This dedicated area on the water’s edge is available for hire from the Harbour
Trust for wedding ceremonies, small events and celebratory occasions.
LIW3 - Centre for Leadership [E3]
LIW3’s Centre for Leadership offers the choice of three meeting venues LIW3’s Centre for Leadership offers the choice of three meeting venues LIW3’
combining historical elegance with modern facilities.
Ripples [D3]
For intimate gatherings, Ripples offers unique private dining rooms in the Ripples offers unique private dining rooms in the Ripples
heritage-listed Submarine Miners’ Depot (Building 7).
Sergeants’ Mess [G2]
Sergeants’ Mess in Building 20 opens in August 2009 and will be available Sergeants’ Mess in Building 20 opens in August 2009 and will be available Sergeants’ Mess
for corporate conferences, gala events and weddings. The expansive deck
stretching the length of the venue commands spectacular views, and renowned
chef Mark Holmes will deliver a world-class dining experience.
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]
Located at Georges Head, overlooking Chowder Bay, The Tea Room - Gunners’
Barracks is a unique venue for any social or corporate occasion from breakfast Barracks is a unique venue for any social or corporate occasion from breakfast Barracks
meetings and team building days to sit-down dinners and themed cocktail events.
Accommodation
Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour [F2]
To accommodate schools and other organised groups, Land’s Edge offers Land’s Edge offers Land’s Edge
unique and affordable, dormitory-style accommodation with views across
Sydney Harbour.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking is located opposite Buildings 2 (Other Ranks’
Quarters 2) [F2] and 20 (Sergeants’ Mess) [G1] at Chowder Bay, and in the
public car park at Clifton Gardens [A3]. As access from Clifton Gardens to
Chowder Bay is across the beach, this maybe unsuitable for some visitors.
The bush tracks include some stairs and some low–medium inclines. There are
steep stairs that are unsuitable for wheelchairs, strollers or those with walking
difficulties, beside Building 7 (Submarine Miners’ Depot) [D3] leading to and
from the beach and the buildings at the lower deck at Chowder Bay.
Wheelchair-accessible toilets are located at Building 2 (Other Ranks’
Quarters 2) [F2]. The playground at Clifton Gardens includes a wheelchair-
friendly ‘liberty’ swing [C2].
ActivitiesBoat building
Watch the craftsmen from Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats at work, as they Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats at work, as they Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats
restore and construct wooden boats. A special viewing area is set up in the
boatshed on weekdays to encourage visitors to observe this age-old trade.
Dog walking
Off-leash dog walking is permitted on the grassed area of Clifton Gardens
Reserve all day Monday to Friday, and before 9.00 am or after 4.00 pm on
weekends and public holidays. On-leash dog walking is permitted at any time
(excluding prohibited areas such as the adjoining Sydney Harbour National
Park land; beach areas and public swimming enclosures, and within 10m of Park land; beach areas and public swimming enclosures, and within 10m of Park
playgrounds and food preparation areas).
Kayaking
Hire a kayak from PLUNGE Diving and take a paddling tour around the PLUNGE Diving and take a paddling tour around the PLUNGE Diving
picturesque harbour foreshore.
Marine Science Open Days
The Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) is a not-for-profit marine Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) is a not-for-profit marine Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS)
research facility, established in 2005 by four of Sydney’s leading universities.
This joint venture brings together teams of leading scientists to research issues
that are critical for the management of our
coastal and oceanic environments. SIMS opens SIMS opens SIMS
its doors to visitors at 10.00 am on the first
Friday of every month (bookings essential).
Outdoor education
During school term, outdoor education provider,
Land’s Edge provides curriculum-based field Land’s Edge provides curriculum-based field Land’s Edge
studies programs, outdoor education and
recreational activities for both primary and
secondary students with a distinctive focus on
coastal environments.
School holiday camps
Outdoor education provider, Land’s Edge, offers
school holiday camps for kids aged 8–12 years
which provide four days and three nights of fun
and adventure. Activities include sea rafting,
kite-making, drama and star gazing.
Snorkelling & diving
Explore the myriad of temperate marine life in Chowder Bay with PLUNGE Diving
– Sydney Harbour’s only fully-serviced scuba dive and snorkelling centre.
Swimming
The netted enclosure at the western end of Chowder Bay is ideal for swimming.
The water is shallow and easily accessed from the sand.
Tours
The Harbour Trust runs regular public tours that explore the historic Submarine The Harbour Trust runs regular public tours that explore the historic Submarine The Harbour Trust
Miners’ Depot, gun emplacements and underground tunnels which formed part
of Sydney’s early defence fortifications.
Walking
Chowder Bay is a convenient rest point on the coastal walk between Taronga
Zoo and Balmoral. The walking tracks offer stunning harbour views, scenic
bushland and peaceful respite from the city’s hustle and bustle. From outside
Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [E2], the track leads up to the Georges
Head Lookout, along to the artists’ precinct at Lower Georges Heights and
beyond to Balmoral Beach. Approximate distances are listed on the map.
Bacino Bar [E2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1, Building 27.00 am–4.00 pm, seven days. 0401 666 166
Bacino Kiosk [D2]Magazine Store, Building 147.00 am–4.00 pm, seven days (except on days of heavy rain). 0401 666 166
Submarine Miners’ Depot Display (opens early 2009) [D3]Mines’ Store, Building 11awww.harbourtrust.gov.au (02) 8969 2100
Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour [F2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1, Building 1www.landsedge.com.au (02) 9969 0038 [email protected]
LIW3 [E3]Sergeant Major’s Cottage, Building 18www.liw3.com (02) 9968 2777 [email protected]
PLUNGE Diving [D3]Mines Store, Building 11awww.plungediving.com.au (02) 9969 5733 [email protected]
Ripples & Aquamine [D3]Submarine Miners’ Depot, Building 7www.ripplescafe.com.au (02) 9960 3000 [email protected]
Sergeants’ Mess (opens August 2009) [G2]Building 20www.sergeantsmess.com.au (02) 9283 7279 [email protected]
Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) [D2]Q Store, Building 22www.sims.org.au (02) 9969 2664 [email protected]
Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats [E3]Boatshed, Building 10www.shwb.com.au (02) 9969 2233
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]Gunners’ Barracks, Building 56 (Georges Head)www.thetearoom.com.au (02) 8962 5900 [email protected]
Directory (by name)
Visitor informationUse the information below and the map on the previous page to plan your visit to Chowder Bay. The grid references eg. [C3] indicate where features are found on the map. See the Directory for contact details and business locations.
Opening hoursChowder Bay is open every day of the year. The walking track gates at Balmoral
and Chowder Bay [D2] are open from sunrise to sunset.
Getting thereOn foot
Walk to Chowder Bay along the bush track from Taronga Zoo (via Bradleys
Head), Mosman, Clifton Gardens, Georges Heights or Balmoral.
By bus
Sydney Buses route 244 connects Chowder Bay with Wynyard in Sydney’s CBD Sydney Buses route 244 connects Chowder Bay with Wynyard in Sydney’s CBD Sydney Buses
and route 228 connects Clifton Gardens with Milsons Point in North Sydney.
Both routes travel via Neutral Bay, Cremorne, Spit Junction and Mosman.
For timetable details visit www.131500.info or call 131500. The bus stop at
Chowder Bay is located outside Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [F2]. The
bus stop at Clifton Gardens is located at Morella Rd [A3].
By water
Vessels (including water taxis) may drop off and pick up passengers at the
public wharf at Clifton Gardens and may anchor off the beach. The naval
re-fuelling wharf on the eastern point of Chowder Bay [E4] and the jetties in
front of Building 10 (the Boatshed) [D3] are available for public use by prior
arrangement with Ripples, LIW3, SIMS, and Land’s Edge.
Catch the ferry to Taronga Zoo from Circular Quay and connect with Sydney Buses
route 238 at the wharf. Alight on Middle Head Rd (before the bus turns left at
Beaconsfield Rd for Balmoral) and walk 20 minutes to Chowder Bay via Georges
Heights. For timetable details visit www.131500.info or call 131500.
By car
Chowder Bay can be reached by car along Chowder Bay Rd, via Middle Head Rd,
Mosman. There is limited parking along Chowder Bay Rd and metered parking in
the public car park at Clifton Gardens [A3] (which is accessed via Thompson St,
off Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman). Pedestrian access to Chowder Bay from the car
park at Clifton Gardens is via the beach.
Chowder Bay is a shared vehicle and pedestrian
area, so please take care when driving and parking your vehicle.
Food & drink
Bacino Bar [E2]
Sit out on the verandah and enjoy the harbour views! Traditional Italian snacks
and great coffee with the colour and movement of the harbour before you.
Bacino Kiosk [D2]
Possibly Sydney’s smallest cafe, built into a former ammunition store!
Traditional Italian snacks, gelato and great coffee beside the beach.
Ripples & Aquamine [D3]
With stunning views from the deck of the former Submarine Miners’ Depot,
diners at Ripples can enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine and an extensive wine list. Ripples can enjoy Italian-inspired cuisine and an extensive wine list. Ripples
Guests can also sample cocktails and antipasto in Ripples’ exclusive lounge
bar, Aquamine.
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]
From traditional silver-service tea through to a la carte lunch and private
events, The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks, located at Georges Head,
overlooking Chowder Bay, provides a stylish setting for a variety of occasions.
FacilitiesToilets & Showers
Toilets are located at Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [E2]. Toilets, change
rooms and showers are also located at Clifton Gardens Reserve [B2].
Playgrounds
A fenced, shaded playground is located at Clifton Gardens Reserve. Playground
includes wheelchair-friendly ‘liberty’ swing [C2].
Parking
See section on ‘Getting there’.
Function & venue hireAmphitheatre [G2]
This dedicated area on the water’s edge is available for hire from the Harbour
Trust for wedding ceremonies, small events and celebratory occasions.
LIW3 - Centre for Leadership [E3]
LIW3’s Centre for Leadership offers the choice of three meeting venues LIW3’s Centre for Leadership offers the choice of three meeting venues LIW3’
combining historical elegance with modern facilities.
Ripples [D3]
For intimate gatherings, Ripples offers unique private dining rooms in the Ripples offers unique private dining rooms in the Ripples
heritage-listed Submarine Miners’ Depot (Building 7).
Sergeants’ Mess [G2]
Sergeants’ Mess in Building 20 opens in August 2009 and will be available Sergeants’ Mess in Building 20 opens in August 2009 and will be available Sergeants’ Mess
for corporate conferences, gala events and weddings. The expansive deck
stretching the length of the venue commands spectacular views, and renowned
chef Mark Holmes will deliver a world-class dining experience.
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]
Located at Georges Head, overlooking Chowder Bay, The Tea Room - Gunners’
Barracks is a unique venue for any social or corporate occasion from breakfast Barracks is a unique venue for any social or corporate occasion from breakfast Barracks
meetings and team building days to sit-down dinners and themed cocktail events.
Accommodation
Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour [F2]
To accommodate schools and other organised groups, Land’s Edge offers Land’s Edge offers Land’s Edge
unique and affordable, dormitory-style accommodation with views across
Sydney Harbour.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking is located opposite Buildings 2 (Other Ranks’
Quarters 2) [F2] and 20 (Sergeants’ Mess) [G1] at Chowder Bay, and in the
public car park at Clifton Gardens [A3]. As access from Clifton Gardens to
Chowder Bay is across the beach, this maybe unsuitable for some visitors.
The bush tracks include some stairs and some low–medium inclines. There are
steep stairs that are unsuitable for wheelchairs, strollers or those with walking
difficulties, beside Building 7 (Submarine Miners’ Depot) [D3] leading to and
from the beach and the buildings at the lower deck at Chowder Bay.
Wheelchair-accessible toilets are located at Building 2 (Other Ranks’
Quarters 2) [F2]. The playground at Clifton Gardens includes a wheelchair-
friendly ‘liberty’ swing [C2].
ActivitiesBoat building
Watch the craftsmen from Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats at work, as they Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats at work, as they Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats
restore and construct wooden boats. A special viewing area is set up in the
boatshed on weekdays to encourage visitors to observe this age-old trade.
Dog walking
Off-leash dog walking is permitted on the grassed area of Clifton Gardens
Reserve all day Monday to Friday, and before 9.00 am or after 4.00 pm on
weekends and public holidays. On-leash dog walking is permitted at any time
(excluding prohibited areas such as the adjoining Sydney Harbour National
Park land; beach areas and public swimming enclosures, and within 10m of Park land; beach areas and public swimming enclosures, and within 10m of Park
playgrounds and food preparation areas).
Kayaking
Hire a kayak from PLUNGE Diving and take a paddling tour around the PLUNGE Diving and take a paddling tour around the PLUNGE Diving
picturesque harbour foreshore.
Marine Science Open Days
The Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) is a not-for-profit marine Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) is a not-for-profit marine Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS)
research facility, established in 2005 by four of Sydney’s leading universities.
This joint venture brings together teams of leading scientists to research issues
that are critical for the management of our
coastal and oceanic environments. SIMS opens SIMS opens SIMS
its doors to visitors at 10.00 am on the first
Friday of every month (bookings essential).
Outdoor education
During school term, outdoor education provider,
Land’s Edge provides curriculum-based field Land’s Edge provides curriculum-based field Land’s Edge
studies programs, outdoor education and
recreational activities for both primary and
secondary students with a distinctive focus on
coastal environments.
School holiday camps
Outdoor education provider, Land’s Edge, offers
school holiday camps for kids aged 8–12 years
which provide four days and three nights of fun
and adventure. Activities include sea rafting,
kite-making, drama and star gazing.
Snorkelling & diving
Explore the myriad of temperate marine life in Chowder Bay with PLUNGE Diving
– Sydney Harbour’s only fully-serviced scuba dive and snorkelling centre.
Swimming
The netted enclosure at the western end of Chowder Bay is ideal for swimming.
The water is shallow and easily accessed from the sand.
Tours
The Harbour Trust runs regular public tours that explore the historic Submarine The Harbour Trust runs regular public tours that explore the historic Submarine The Harbour Trust
Miners’ Depot, gun emplacements and underground tunnels which formed part
of Sydney’s early defence fortifications.
Walking
Chowder Bay is a convenient rest point on the coastal walk between Taronga
Zoo and Balmoral. The walking tracks offer stunning harbour views, scenic
bushland and peaceful respite from the city’s hustle and bustle. From outside
Building 2 (Other Ranks’ Quarters 2) [E2], the track leads up to the Georges
Head Lookout, along to the artists’ precinct at Lower Georges Heights and
beyond to Balmoral Beach. Approximate distances are listed on the map.
Bacino Bar [E2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1, Building 27.00 am–4.00 pm, seven days. 0401 666 166
Bacino Kiosk [D2]Magazine Store, Building 147.00 am–4.00 pm, seven days (except on days of heavy rain). 0401 666 166
Submarine Miners’ Depot Display (opens early 2009) [D3]Mines’ Store, Building 11awww.harbourtrust.gov.au (02) 8969 2100
Land’s Edge: Sydney Harbour [F2]Other Ranks’ Quarters 1, Building 1www.landsedge.com.au (02) 9969 0038 [email protected]
LIW3 [E3]Sergeant Major’s Cottage, Building 18www.liw3.com (02) 9968 2777 [email protected]
PLUNGE Diving [D3]Mines Store, Building 11awww.plungediving.com.au (02) 9969 5733 [email protected]
Ripples & Aquamine [D3]Submarine Miners’ Depot, Building 7www.ripplescafe.com.au (02) 9960 3000 [email protected]
Sergeants’ Mess (opens August 2009) [G2]Building 20www.sergeantsmess.com.au (02) 9283 7279 [email protected]
Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) [D2]Q Store, Building 22www.sims.org.au (02) 9969 2664 [email protected]
Sydney Harbour Wooden Boats [E3]Boatshed, Building 10www.shwb.com.au (02) 9969 2233
The Tea Room - Gunners’ Barracks [G1]Gunners’ Barracks, Building 56 (Georges Head)www.thetearoom.com.au (02) 8962 5900 [email protected]
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