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McKell Park

This small pretty park is the location of the Darling Point ferry wharf. The park comprises grassed landscape terraces stepping down to the harbour foreshore and the public ferry wharf. Set in the grounds of the original McKell mansion people picnic and relax amongst the footings and small remnant walls of the old mansion. It has become a popular site for weddings. The park was established in 1983-1985 with the heritage listed Canonbury Cottage becoming the centrepiece of the Park.

Address: at the northern end of Darling Point at the end of Darling Point Road
Getting there: next to Darling Point Wharf, accessible via
Hours: Park gates are open from dawn to dusk (i.e. approximately 7AM - 7:30PM) Access is available to ferry services
Price: Free entry with bookings and fees payable for Weddings and events
Website: woollahra.nsw.gov.au (opens in a new tab)

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