Exploring Stockton Heritage, Shipwreck Walk & Coffee

Join me on a refreshing ferry ride from Queens Wharf across Newcastle harbour, to enjoy a walk exploring the rich heritage of Stockton and the Shipwreck Walk. We’ll have an easy-going pace together along the waterfront taking in the places of early colonial wharves and slipways, lime kilns, salt works, the first coal mine and the infamous Pirate Point. On the northern breakwall we'll be able to discover the stories of Shipwreck Walk, built over the remains of 20 or more ships wrecked on the Stockton Oyster Bank or nearby rocks. For photographers there are excellent views to Nobbys Lighthouse and ships moving through the harbour entry, or look out for seals sunning themselves on the rocks. Back in the main street we'll have time to socialise with new and old friends and enjoy a coffee at the Autumn Rooms Café. This is a family friendly event. We’ll go ahead whether it’s sunny or raining. **Agenda** I’ll meet you 9.15AM at the Queens Wharf landing (Muloobinba) and we’ll catch the Stockton Ferry leaving at 9.30AM. The fare can be paid by Opal card or a contactless credit/debit card. It's a 5 minute journey across the Hunter River to the Mitchell St wharf. From the landing we'll head east along the foreshore path, past several historical waterfront sites, to Shipwreck Walk that extends for about 1.0km along the northern breakwall. There’ll be plenty of time to explore the wreck sites and take photographs. About 10.45AM we'll make our way back to Mitchell Street and the Autumn Rooms Cafe, where we can relax together with a coffee and something to eat. We’ll return on the 12:00PM ferry from the Stockton wharf. The total walking distance is about 4 km on flat and well paved paths. **Location** Queens Wharf Ferry landing (Muloobinba) Wharf Road Newcastle When you RSVP please click attend on the Event Page and I will be in touch via direct message with the details. I will also be available in the Event Comments on the day.