Friends of Karori Cemetery: Treasures from the Gully

Tour through a very atmospheric part of the cemetery, with an eclectic mix of stories.

Tour through a very atmospheric part of the cemetery, with an eclectic mix of stories on an artist, photographer, hat manufacturer, prison reformer and many more! Come and enjoy the beauty of one of the most mystical places in the Cemetery with entertaining stories along the way.

Health & Safety

This tour is suitable for people with moderate fitness. The route mostly follows paved surfaces but there are some areas of unevenness. Surefootedness is required. During the winter months the ground can become slippery in places so good footwear is also required. This tour involves approximately 2km of walking, with some slow paced but uphill stints

Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.

Location

Karori Cemetery, 76 Old Karori Road, Karori, Wellington 6012

Regions

Wellington

Tags

Walking Tour

Talk

Event times

10:30am-12:05pm Mon 26 Oct

Booking required

Cost: $10

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Event hosts

Friends of Karori Cemetery

We are a group of volunteers who seek to promote public interest in the Cemetery which is the second largest in New Zealand covering 100 acres. Our purpose is to advocate for and develop the heritage and ecological values of Karori Cemetery, and to assist with grave/plot restoration. Our purposes are: -To support the preservation, protection and enhancement of the heritage, recreational and ecological aspects of the Karori Cemetery. -To advise and assist the WCC in its efforts to achieve this. -To promote public interest in the Cemetery. -To support and undertake research into the history of the Cemetery and those interred in it.

Email: info@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz

Website: https://friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz/