Camden is one of the fastest growing urban areas on the outskirts of Sydney.
The history of the Camden district is almost as old as Australia itself. Camden has been described as the Birthplace of the Nation’s wealth, with both the wool and wine industries having been established in the area early in settlement.
THE CACHE IS NOT AT THE LISTED COORDINATES
It can be found at South 34 0A.BCD East 150 4E.FGH
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- The building and design of Camden Park House which preoccupied the mind of John Macarthur in the last years of his life was begun by his sons and completed in 18A5.
- Two palm trees planted at the official opening of Macarthur Park on 10th October 190B, can be seen on either side of the main entrance in Menangle Road.
- Camden became isolated whenever the Nepean River flooded, until the Macarthur Bridge was opened in 1973.
- Governor Hunter was so impressed with what he had heard about the area that he determined to visit the locality to see the cattle and country for himself. With a small party he left Parramatta on 18th November 179D. After travelling a few days the explorers crossed the Nepean River at a spot near where the Camden Cowpasture Bridge now stands.
- Governor King accompanied by Mrs King and party also visited the "Cowpastures" in December E803.
- Built in the High Victorian style Studley Park house was also known as "Payne's Folly". Payne sold the house to its architect, Francis Buckle, in 1891 and Buckle sold it in 190F to Dr. Henry Oliver.
- John Macarthur’s sons had a township surveyed and the land was offered for sale in 18G0 in 100 allotments of half an acre each.
- St John’s Church is Camden's most visible landmark. Set on the hill in Menangle Road overlooking the town, its spire is visible for many miles around. It is built on land donated by the Macarthurs. The consecration of the Church took place on 7th June 1H49.
The cache is in the Camden Equestrian Park. Please be aware that equestrian events may be in progress. Access to the cache is still permitted. However, there will be more muggles.
Most events only use a small part of the Park. Occasionally, there is a large scale event such as the EEA CNC Competition which uses the “whole grounds.” It is probably best to avoid ‘caching here on those days. This information can be viewed on the website below.
Also, don’t turn up when the Camden Show is on (March or April). Check the following website for a calendar of events: www.camdenequestrianpark.com.au/calendar
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