It is proximal to the central part of Sydney, but has managed to maintain its simplicity and rural lifestyle. This place is endowed with a country flavor and the freshness here is serene and calm. Tourists should make it a point to visit this picturesque place.

Camden Sydney has been very vital in Australia’s economy . When it comes to wheat, wine and wool production, it has played a very significant part right from the ancient times.

History of Camden

The First Fleet arrived at this land along with some cattle. The cattle managed to flee from here and they lost their way. Later this herd was sighted by a hunter. The cattle fed itself on lush green vegetation. Soon the number increased to 40 cows and some bulls. John Hunter, the then Governor was astonished to see the beautiful pastures and eye-catching picturesque beauty of this place and named it as Cow Pastures. This is how Camden came into existence.

Belgenny Farm

This farm was built on lush green land of about 5000 acres by Lord Camden in the year 1805. He was instrumental in boosting the farming tradition in Australia.

Different types of fruits were grown, particularly grapes. Horticulture was initiated and it turned out to be a success. The wool industry also is one of the main industries in Australia.

Tourists can take a round around Belgenny Farm for an overview of the ancient history and the agricultural history of Australia. For more information, tourists could call on Phone +61 2 4655 9651.The ancient home of Maccarthurs is open to visitors during the month of September – 3rd weekend of this ninth month.

There are lovely walkways and tourists can take a stroll around these buildings. Visitors are also guided at the Visitor Information Centre at Camden.

Family Activities

The Camden Museum is located at John Street, no. 40. It is open to the public from 1100 hrs to 1600 hrs. Visitors could visit this place from Thursday to Sunday. It also has ancient displays and many traditional and historical books which can be purchased outright.

Other activities which tourists can indulge in are bicycling and horse riding. There are dedicated tracks at the parks. Children love to bicycle around these tracks.

Another very historic place is the Gledswood Homestead Winery. It boasts of a group of historic buildings of colonial origin. The Chisholm family owned these buildings in the year 1827. Some of the interesting demonstrations here are sheep shearing. Boomerang throwing is a major activity here. Even cow milking is another major demonstration. Visitors flock here in large numbers to watch these demonstrations.

For further information, visitors could call up on 061 2 9606 5111