Rock Valley Homestead and Gardens

Visit to Rock Valley Homestead and Gardens in Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve with hosts, Tidbinbilla Pioneers Association.

Rock Valley Homestead was built in 1895 by George Green for his family.

Self-sufficiency was essential to the colonial settlers. The orchard boasted 74 trees in 1897. Paddocks were fenced and crops included the more unusual offerings of walnuts, maize, chestnuts and even sugar cane. There were sheep, chickens, dairy and the Greens kept bees, providing a regular supply of honey.

Learn more with the Tidbinbilla Pioneers Association who care for Rock Valley.

Bring a picnic and explore other sites in Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve after the tour.

Bookings will open on 18 March.

Event Details

Address:

Rock Valley Homestead, Tidbinbilla Ring Road

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve is located on Tidbinbilla Reserve Road, Paddys River, about 40km from the centre of Canberra. There is an entry fee for vehicles to the Nature Reserve. It may be possible to car pool at the Visitor for the short drive in to Rock Valley Homestead. Details will be provided before the event to people who are booked.

Times:

10am to noon

Entry fees:

Adults $ 20

Booking:

Prebooking requiredhttps://www.trybooking.com/CXXKJ

Attendance limit:

Less than 50

Website:

https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/act/

Onsite facilities:

Social:

Other things
you need to know:

Detailed instructions, eg car pooling, will be emailed before the event.

Rock Valley Homestead and GardensNational Trust (ACT) & Australian Garden History Society

Rock Valley Homestead and Gardens

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