National Parks And Reserves Attractions West Pennant Hills - Holiday Gold Coast

NATIONAL PARKS AND RESERVES WEST PENNANT HILLS

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Sydney Ice Arena

11 Solent Crt, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153

Welcome to Australia's Premier Ice Skating Facility. Sydney Ice Arena is the fun place to go ice skating with unrivaled facilities including:

- Olympic Sized Ice Arena
- Upper level full cafe overlooking ice rink
- Major function areas
- Discount Hockey and Figure Skate shops.
- Decorated Party rooms
- Huge stadium with comfort for a crowd
- 6 change rooms for ice hockey teams
- Over 200 carspaces incl. undercover carpark

Come and enjoy a cool evening at Sydney Ice Arena. Each Friday and Saturday night the lights are dimmed, the music videos are shown on the big screen and the Disco light are switched on. For a magical night meet your friends at Sydney Ice Arena.

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Macquarie Ice Rink

Cnr Waterloo & Herring Roads, North Ryde NSW 2113

Macquarie Ice Rink makes it easy for schools to include Ice Skating in their sporting programs, giving students a change from traditional school sports and PE classes. Ice Skating at Macquarie is great fun, good exercise and exceptional value.

The Aussie Skate program has been specifically designed to enable skaters of all ages and all ability levels to progress at their own pace on their way to better skating.

Group discounts are available for any general skating session. Groups should be booked in advance to ensure they qualify for the discount rates.

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Regeneration Health Spa

504a Victoria Road, Ryde NSW 2112

Regeneration Health Spa has been carefully designed to offer the tranquil and balanced environment of Zen. Our unique spa experiences bring the mind and body indivisible together as one, leaving you relaxed, pampered and invigorated.

Our professional staff will provide you with expert advice, including tailored treatments and packages to suit your personal needs. Our facility offers state-of-the-art hydrotherapy equipment, ten treatment rooms including three wet rooms.

We welcome you to use all wet areas within Next Generation Ryde before or after your treatments. Please collect a pass from our Spa Receptionist on entry. You may also wish to unwind in our relaxation sanctuary to complete your spa experience.

Regeneration Health Spa offers a variety of Aveda spa experiences for men and women and we invite you to choose from our menu of spa experiences and packages.

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Temple Skincare

The Hills Lodge, 1 Salisbury Road (crn Windsor Road), Castle Hill NSW 2154

Opening hours


Monday: 9:00am to 8:00pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00am to 5:30pm
Thursday: 9:00am to 9:00pm
Friday: 9:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday: By Appointment

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Seymour Centre

Corner of City Rd and Cleveland Street, Hornsby NSW 2077

Located in the heart of the University of Sydney, the Seymour champions cultural exploration, arts education and audience engagement.

Each year over 250,000 people engage with the Centre as audience, theatre creators, directors, designers, technicians and performers – and the numbers are growing.

We present a diverse range of the best of contemporary performing arts including participation in some of this city’s major arts festivals; the Sydney Comedy Festival, Sydney Children’s Festival, Sydney Fringe Festival and the iconic Sydney Festival.

The Seymour is also a dynamic hub for diverse arts activity: we are home to four innovative performance companies who all present work in the Centre: SIMA Jazz performs the best of contemporary jazz regularly in our Sound Lounge; Shaun Parker and Co presents major dance and physical theatre works; Chronology Arts commission and perform contemporary classical music and Critical Stages, a company quickly becoming Australia's leading producer of touring independent theatre.

As part of the University of Sydney we host a vibrant program of University events and student performances, ranging from lectures by leading world thinkers as part of the Sydney Ideas program to presenting the annual student revue season.

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Riverside Theatre

Corner Church and Market Streets, Parramatta NSW 2150

 As the premiere theatre venue in western Sydney for live performances, Riverside Theatre plays a central role in the social and cultural life of western Sydney. With its three theatres, the performance schedule of Riverside is a tour de force: contemporary music, dance, opera, drama and comedy. Then, there are the film festivals, the Sydney Writers' Festival, the Sydney Festival and classes for school kids. Located in the Parramatta Entertainment Precinct, it is the cornerstone of the city’s vibrant nightlife.

Visit www.riversideparramatta.com.au

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Stockland Baulkham Hills

375-383 Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153

Stockland Baulkham Hills makes shopping easy, bringing you Woolworths, Coles, Aldi, Harris Farm Markets and 78 specialty stores. Plus, there’s 850 free car parking spaces, free Kiddie Kab hire and an award winning Parents' Room for customer convenience.

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Rhodes Shopping Centre

1 Rider Boulevard, Rhodes NSW 2138

The car park has been converted to a new streamlined automated parking system. No more delays paying at the exit boom gate!

Simply pay for your parking at one of the Autopay machines before returning to your car. You will still receive 3 hours free parking when you visit us.

We’re also installing a parking guidance system to save you time! Active, easy to follow signage and red/green indicator lamps above each parking space will guide you to the nearest available parking space!

We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

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Carlingford Court

Cnr Pennant Hills & Carlingford Roads, Carlingford NSW 2118

Servicing the local community since 1965, Carlingford Court is located approximately 20 kilometres north west of the Sydney CBD. With a focus on convenience, Carlingford Court is a great place for your weekly shopping and service needs.

With Coles, Woolworths, Target and approximately 100 specialty stores, you’ll be able to find almost everything you are looking for at Carlingford Court.

The Centre is supported by approximately 1,400 parking spaces and is serviced seven days a week by local bus and taxi connections. Carlingford Court has had a long association with the community of north west Sydney and has evolved to meet the needs of the area.

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Castle Towers

6-14 Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

Castle Towers is the centrepiece of the Castle Hill trading precinct. The centre was constructed in 1982 and has been significantly upgraded and extended to be one of Australia’s largest and most productive shopping centres. The centre is the first choice retail destination for Hills district locals who enjoy the relaxed one stop retail, leisure and entertainment environment.

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Castle Mall Shopping Centre

4-16 Terminus Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154

Franklins, Dick Smith, Grower's Market, Trade Secret plus more than 30 specialty stores are part of the Castle Mall retail family.

For fabulous fresh food and friendly local service, Castle Mall Shopping Centre is the place to shop. With plenty of free undercover parking and convenient shopping, be sure to visit Castle Mall.

A new Pirate Ship Play Land has arrived at Castle Mall outside Franklins on the Ground Level. The Play Land is free and suitable for children up to six years with plenty of interactive activities and games. Enjoy the convenience of Castle Mall, while kids enjoy hours of fun!

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Macquarie Centre

Corner Herring and Waterloo Roads, North Ryde NSW 2113

We all want a great lifestyle. At Macquarie Centre we have everything you need whether you breeze through life or exude urban chic. From phones to televisions, homewares to sporting goods, our retailers stock the latest ‘must haves’ to keep you living life to the full. Check out what’s on offer below – or browse our lifestyle articles for some great ideas.

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Sydney Olympic Park Archery Centre

Bennelong Parkway, Wentworth Point NSW 2127

If you are a total newcomer wanting to find out a little bit more about archery, then this is the ideal place to start.

Our Aim for Fun archery program is designed for people who want to try archery. It includes the basics of archery with all the equipment provided.

Skilled instructors provide constant supervision and basic instruction throughout the lesson and has been designed to give you the necessary skills to shoot a bow and arrow and the proficiency and confidence to progress to the next level.

The program provides a fun and enjoyable experience for all members of the family, minimum age limit of 10 years.

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Endota Day Spa Hornsby

Shop 3104, 236 Pacific Hwy, Hornsby NSW 2077
Endota: an indigenous Australian word meaning beautiful Endota spa is the fresh, soothing, all-Australian day spa at home near you. Here, wellness is the way. Laidback and friendly, Endota spa welcomes absolutely everyone. Flawless walls. Timber benches. Essential oils meandering on the air. A billabong footbath lapping at your feet. Lap up Australian organic ingredients in every spa treatment, and at home, soak up organic Endota skincare. Endota spa provide ahhhh-mazing space for sidling in and chilling out. And ahhh-inspiring business opportunities for motivated day spa franchisees – we’re Australia’s largest day spa network, and Australia’s most successful day spa franchise system.
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Endota Day Spa Turramurra

4 William St, Turramurra NSW 2074
Endota: an indigenous Australian word meaning beautiful Endota spa is the fresh, soothing, all-Australian day spa at home near you. Here, wellness is the way. Laidback and friendly, Endota spa welcomes absolutely everyone. Flawless walls. Timber benches. Essential oils meandering on the air. A billabong footbath lapping at your feet. Lap up Australian organic ingredients in every spa treatment, and at home, soak up organic Endota skincare. Endota spa provide ahhhh-mazing space for sidling in and chilling out. And ahhh-inspiring business opportunities for motivated day spa franchisees – we’re Australia’s largest day spa network, and Australia’s most successful day spa franchise system.
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Andersons Tours

PO Box 498, Toongabbie NSW 2146
Anderson's Tours are Blue Mountains specialists. Their focus is on one day all inclusive Blue Mountain, small group touring that they have been operating over the last seventeen years. They have refined it to be the best value all inclusive day tour that departs from Sydney to the Blue Mountains. They are a family operated business so their heart and soul is in what they offer visitors. They are proud to say that we have received the 2014 Tripadvisor Award of Excellence thanks to their customer's feedback.
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Shop and Save Tours

Various Locations, Round Corner NSW 2158
Shop and Save Tours offer warehouse shopping tours in Sydney. Whether you are looking for a full or half day tour, they can assist you in finding some great bargains! These award winning tours have been in operation for over 18 years, and the company continues to be a leader in warehouse shopping in Australia. Shopping tours include visits to fashion, sports, shoes, leathergoods, accessories, manchester, homewares and much more. If you have a day free or even a few hours, professional trained staff will give you the best shopping tour available! Shop and Save know all the secrets of bargain shopping, so why not join a tour for a little retail therapy whilst you are in Sydney.
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Country Charmâ„¢ Discovery Tours

10 William Street, Turramurra NSW 2074
On a Country Charm Blue Mountains Discovery Tour, experience the World Heritage Exhibition Centre in the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens and the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre. Enjoy Jenolan Caves and a tour by a specialist geologist. Visit various geosites including the iconic sandstone landscapes at Govetts Leap and Echo Point as well as the sandstone escarpment and underlying coal measure exposures in Jamison Valley, accessed by the steepest passenger railway in the world. And visit the mining heritage site of Hartley Vale. Stay overnight in heritage accommodation. The experience of the world famous Jenolan Caves includes guided tours and encounters with wildlife including the quite unique opportunity to see the duck-billed platypus, endemic to Australia. All meals included.
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Natural Wanders

74 Britannia Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154
Natural Wanders has been in operation since 1993. They run kayak tours on Sydney Harbour from their boatshed in Lavender Bay (not far from Luna Park). Owner Patrick Dibben is a former President of the NSW Sea Kayak Club, with over 30 years experience leading outdoor adventures. Natural Wanders will take you on a wander through one of the most magnificent harbours in the world. Discover its many bays and beaches, its beauty, its history, and experience it in a way bringing you close to nature. Personalised tours for small groups or individuals are available. There are early morning paddles for those who live in Sydney and want to get fit - join one of these groups for a great start to your working day. It's a big harbour with over 240 kilometres of shoreline, so contact Natural Wanders if you'd like to find out what other paddles are available.
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Hambledon Cottage House Museum

Gregory Place, Corner Hassall Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
Hambledon Cottage House Museum is home to Parramatta and District Historical Society, which is celebrating 100 years. Experience the pleasure of colonial lifestyle with a guided tour of Hambledon Cottage. Hear Beethoven's music played on square piano. Discover Australian history researched by Society member guides. Exhibitions in the Lucas Gallery within the cottage are changed regularly. Hambledon Cottage is a NSW State Heritage listed historic cottage built in 1824, home to Penelope Lucas, governess to Elizabeth and John Macarthur's daughters. An elegant Colonial Georgian cottage filled with authentic 19th century furniture and objects. Australian red cedar four poster bed in the bedroom. Sandstock bricks, hand-made by convicts, laid in English Bond style with mortar strengthened with burnt shells from aboriginal middens can be seen in the kitchen and in the garden are heritage-listed Oaks planted in 1817, a reminder of England.
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Gatehouse High Tea Rooms

Corner of Pitt and Macquarie Streets, Parramatta NSW 2150
Macquarie Street Gatehouse Tea Rooms is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life and relax. Indulge in the finest quality High Tea or a light snack in one of the oldest High Tea venues in Australia. This stunning building, built in 1887, is a significant part of the colonial history of Parramatta and in 2007 was granted World Heritage Listing by UNESCO. Come and experience a unique slice of elite Australian colonial history.
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Cumberland State Forest

95 Castle Hill Road, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125
Cumberland State Forest is a 40 hectare oasis of green in Sydney's north-western suburbs. Enjoy a stroll on one of Cumberland's forest walks, meander through the tall eucalypt forest, explore moist rainforest on the Palm Gully Trail or touch, hear and smell your way along the stroller and wheelchair friendly Sensory Trail. Cumberland offers four leafy picnic and barbecue areas, so you are sure to find the perfect place for a family get together or social gathering. A cafe, native plant nursery and forest information are on-site. A wide range of programmed weekend and school holiday activities will suit all ages and a variety of interests!
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Boronia Tours

54 Carramarr Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154
A morning with Boronia Tours will give you the opportunity to enjoy the scents and sounds of the bush, while you explore it in safety. See plants used by the Aborigines and early settlers. Wonder at the amazing diversity of Sydney's unique flora. Boronia Tours specialise in walks for small groups alternatively you can come along on a number of open group walks run by Boronia Tours in conjunction with other organisations such as The Hills Shire Council, Ryde Council or Parramatta Council - all these walks are free.
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The Hills District Historical Society Museum and Research Centre

Building 10 Balcombe Heights Estate, 92 Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
The Hills District Historical Society Museum features farming, woodworking and household equipment, and clothing donated by Hills District residents. The museum has a research room which includes files on Hills District pioneers, over 5000 photos of people, houses, transport, shops and industries. Photos of local suburban history books are for sale. An education program and local guided tours can be arranged for groups outside opening times.
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Castle Hill RSL

77 Castle Street, Castle Hill NSW 2154
The origins of Castle Hill RSL can be traced back to 1932, when the Hills District Returned Sailors and Soldiers Club was formed to assist World War One veterans and their families. The aim of Castle Hill RSL is to provide members and the community with a modern and progressive community focused club group that provides the best hospitality, sporting, entertainment and fitness/aquatic services and facilities. Castle Hill RSL has three bars and five dining destinations including; Courtyard Cafe, Courtyard Restaurant for specialty dining; Pizza and Gelato Bar, Rib Factory - famous for ribs and steaks, and Jin Yan Asian Cuisine - modern Asian yum cha and a la carte restaurant.
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Castle Hill Tavern

25 Victoria Avenue, Castle Hill NSW 2154
Castle Hill Tavern is situated in the Hills District, close to the city of Sydney. Castle Hill Tavern has plenty of great areas to relax, including the beer garden and the public bar booths. Look no further than the Castle Hill Tavern for a great place to meet up with friends. Enjoy the great pub atmosphere with a range of activities and special deals! The venue is well equipped with two purpose built function rooms suitable for any occasion. The functions team at Castle Hill Tavern is focused on providing first class service and flexibility, and understand that every function is unique, therefore striving to meet the individual needs of clients.
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Powerhouse Discovery Centre

172 Showground Road, Castle Hill NSW 2154
The Powerhouse Discovery Centre is temporarily closed until late 2015 due to a major upgrade that will delivery improved public facilities and a new shared storage facility for three of the State's largest cultural institutions. The Powerhouse Discovery Centre is the Powerhouse Museum's publicly-accessible, museum storage and collection care facility located in Castle Hill. The Discovery Centre provides a very different behind-the-scenes museum experience as well as access to thousands of objects, including historic steam engines, cars, trams and planes and lots of smaller objects such as textiles, dolls, and ceramics displayed in themed artefact drawers. The Powerhouse Discovery Centre offers a range of unique educational and fun experiences for families and children. During the school holidays the Discovery Centre presents special programs relevant to the collection including storytelling, shows, workshops and hands-on make and do craft activities.
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Roughley House and The Pines

656a Old Northern Road, Dural NSW 2158
Roughley House is a colonial heritage listed homestead established in 1856. Unlike other museums, Roughley House denotes the changing lifestyle of one family over five generations, each generation leaving their own stamp. Clive Roughley the youngest of five children lived in Roughley House until his passing in 2002. In 1984 without any direct heirs to pass on his family home, Clive decided to sell Roughley House and The Pines to The Hills Shire Council. This was provided that the property would become a time capsule of colonial life and the Roughley family's story. An event that runs to assist in raising awareness and funds for the property is Jazz at The Pines, a live concert series bringing together some of Sydney's top jazz bands. Viewing of Roughley House is available by prior engagement. Schools, seniors and coach groups welcome. Morning/afternoon teas can be arranged for an additional cost.
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Bella Vista Farm

Norwest Boulevard, Corner of Elizabeth MacArthur Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153
Experience the tranquillity of Bella Vista Farm and soak up the surrounding 20 hectares of parkland with panoramic views of the Sydney basin back to the Blue Mountains. Immerse yourself in Australia's history with a morning tea in the charming gardens and courtyard of the original homestead, and take a tour of the homestead interior and various farm buildings. Bella Vista Farm boasts a string of past owners and farm uses that contributed significantly to the development of Australian agriculture, including the first merino sheep farm in Australia and the foundation of the Australian citrus fruit industry. Enjoy a social picnic and make use of the public barbecue facilities in the outer grounds of the farm or simply wander the walk ways and view the avenue of Bunya Pines that form the original driveway to the homestead. Group guided tours and school group tours can also be arranged.
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Golden Ridge Animal Farm

686 Old Northern Road, enter via Wyoming Road, Dural NSW 2158
Bring the children to the Golden Ridge Animal Farm for hands on farm fun. Hold baby chicks, ducklings and rabbits, milk the cow and bottle feed baby lambs and kids. Go for a farm walk to feed the sheep and goats with bread and see all the other farm animals. Ride a pony or donkey. Located in the hills district at Dural only 35 minutes from the city. Bring along your lunch and stay for a picnic. A great place to have a birthday party. Mobile farms also available to travel to you for your event or party.
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The Galston Club

21-25 Arcadia Road, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
The Galston Club is a great venue for meeting with friends and family to celebrate those special occasions. A covered play area is available for children up to 12 years of age. Sit back, relax and enjoy the great atmosphere at The Galston Club. Here you'll find regular weekly events that locals and visitors are welcome to enjoy as well as live entertainment. Guests will also enjoy a family friendly atmosphere, alfresco dining, excellent service from the fabulous staff, a courtesy bus and of course, affordable meals with seniors special lunch menus and kids menu.
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Fagan Park

38-48 Arcadia Road, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Fagan Park is an area of about 55 hectares on Arcadia Road at Galston. The site was donated by the Fagan family to the Department of Lands with Hornsby Shire Council appointed as sole trustee for the park. The park was adopted as Council's bicentennial project and was officially opened in November, 1988. There are so many things to do in Fagan Park such as a privately-run cafe service selling coffee and refreshments; Gardens of Many Nations (10 hectares of gardens); picnic and barbecue; Netherby Cottage - the original Fagan family homestead; rural museums; children's playgrounds; bushland with short bushwalking trail; large open areas for informal games and kite flying; unsealed paths for bicycle riding; Arcadia Road (one large picnic shelter) and Carrs Road (three large picnic shelters) picnic areas; many small picnic shelters scattered throughout the park; eco garden - an educational, productive and sustainable garden.
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Aboriginal Heritage walk

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Turramurra NSW 2074
4.5km (return) - 2.5 hour (each way) - Medium difficulty For a great experience that highlights the best of the Aboriginal art in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, step out on Aboriginal Heritage walk. Combining Resolute and West Head walking tracks, you'll encounter historic rock engravings and art of the Guringai Nation, whose traditional lands include this park and Pittwater area. Within a 10-minute walk along the track, you'll come ... Visit website for more info