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  • ZA_world
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    Oldest site in Bathurst

    Claimed to be the oldest structure in Bathurst. Open air, free and walking distance from town so definitely worth a visit. Can be tricky to find with unmarked dirt roads so best to use Google Maps.

    Reviewed on Nov 30, 2020
  • Beverly Y
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    Military History

    Reputed to be the oldest structure in Bathurst. The the powder magazine, built by the military before the arrival of the 1820 settlers. Obviously, it has suffered wear and tear over the almost 200 y...

    Reviewed on Jun 26, 2017
  • Jill d
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    Built to last!

    We studied a tourist map of Bathurst in the courtyard of the Village green, and without a GPS or any signposts, we managed to locate this historic building without any trouble. It is reputed to have ...

    Reviewed on Jun 27, 2016
  • Caroline B
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    Not much to do, but lovely view

    This feels a wee bit unloved; it is quite a way up a steep, bumpy track, and there is no information when you get there. But the view is gorgeous; in my opinion it is a nicer spot to visit than the T...

    Reviewed on Mar 18, 2015
  • Lu-Gerda d
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    Difficult to find but interesting

    It is difficult to find this little stone building (a local showed us) and the road is bad. It is the oldest building in the town and was built by the military before the arrival of the 1820 British ...

    Reviewed on May 31, 2012