Bookings
We are open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm (last tour), and closed on the first Sunday of the month. We are not open on weekends when temperatures are very high or heavy rain is expected.
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We will be closed on Saturday November 16 for a private function.
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Christmas closure commences on Monday December 16th to Thursday January 30th.
We are closed on the Easter weekend, Australia Day, Anzac Day, King's Birthday and October Labour Day.
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We look forward to meeting you.
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Groups are welcome on any days by appointment.
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Individuals or small groups
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No bookings are required for Guided tours on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
Admission Prices are Adults $10.00, Concessions $8.00, Children $2.00.
Small groups are considered to be less than 10 people – for larger groups, bookings are essential, see Group Tours below.
School Groups
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To book, please send an email to parramattahist@tpg.com.au with the following information:
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Name of School;
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Name and contact number for School’s Contact Person;
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No. of students and their Stage (note we can accommodate up to 60 students per session, that is up to 120 students over 2 sessions);
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Desired date(s);
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Any desired change from our normal session times of 10am-11.30am and 12.30pm-2.00pm;
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Any mobility issues or additional needs.
Program Prices are $8.00 each for Stages 1 or 2, $10.00 each for Stage 3 – Teachers and parents are Free.
For any further information, please email or contact Ken at 0402-045-312
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Group Tours (e.g. Seniors, Probus, etc.)
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To book, please send an email to parramattahist@tpg.com.au with the following information:
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Name of Group;
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Name and Contact number for Group’s Contact Person;
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Number of people attending;
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Desired date(s) and times, noting normal tours are between 11am and 3pm;
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Any mobility issues or additional needs;
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Any interest in Morning Tea or Lunch – if interested, details will be emailed to you.
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Admission Prices are $8.00 each for groups of 15 or more – if there are less than 15 people on weekdays, there is a minimum charge of $120.00.
Any Carer, assisting a Disabled Person, is Free.
For any further information, please email or contact Ken at 0402-045-312
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Weddings.
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Please visit the Weddings Tab above
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Directions
Getting to Hambledon Cottage
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Car: The Google Street view image below shows that parking is available along Gregory Place, either in several designated parking spaces on site, or in the street. Please note that there is a four hour parking limit between Monday and Friday at 8:00am to 6:00pm.
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Ferry: From the Parramatta Ferry Wharf, head east along the river (Harris Park Heritage Walk). At its end, cross George Street into Purchase Street, and you will find Hambledon Cottage directly in front of you. This walk along the Parramatta River is about 1km taking 15 minutes.
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Train: An easy walk along the footpaths from Parramatta Station (about 1km taking 15 minutes).
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Bus: From Parramatta Station at Stand A2, take the 920 to Sutherland. Get off at the second bus stop (Parkes Street opposite Hambledon Cottage Reserve). It operates every 15 minutes (20 minutes on weekends) and it takes about 5 minutes. Alternatively, take the 909 from Stand B1 to Bankstown (it runs every 30 minutes, except Sundays/Public Holidays its every 60 minutes), and get off at the same stop.
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Use the interactive map below for directions to the cottage. If you would like to see other nearby places that interest you, take a look around the area, or visit www.discoverparramatta.com for ideas.