Come and enjoy Eryldene's magical garden that was designed more than 100 years ago. Professor EG Waterhouse and Hardy Wilson teamed to create a garden planned as an extension to the house; divided into a series of connected outdoor rooms. Eryldene is now famous for its glorious camellias plus azaleas and other cottage garden plants and the original towering gums, jacarandas and maples.
In 2024, we are holding regular Open Friday Garden Tours (first Friday each month) alongside other special events. Open Fridays will be held on April 5th, May 3rd, June 7th, July 5th, August 2nd, September 6th and October 4th..
*Always check our website for the latest opening times and event listings*
General Ticket Prices: Adult - $12, Eryldene Members - Free, Concession - $10, Family - $20, Children under 12 - free.
For more information & bookings: https://www.eryldene.org.au
Open Garden Friday Tours 2024 - Tickets are from $25; Senior, Concessions & Family discount available (price includes garden tour and morning tea).
Eryldene is run by volunteers and is not open every day - please check our website and Instagram for updates.
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Warning: Uneven surfaces, Trip hazards |
Note: Free parking in commuter car park a short stroll away on corner of McIntosh Street and Werona Avenue.
| Summer avg. Max: | 26°C | Winter avg. Min: | 8°C | |
| Avg Frost Days: | 2 | |||
| Annual Rainfall avg: | 1334mm. | Summer avg. | 377mm. | |
| No. of rainy days: | 53 | Winter avg. | 278mm. | |
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The Gardens at Eryldene Historic House will be open between 10:00am and 12:00 noon on the first Friday of each month from April to October 2024.
Eryldene hosts community events throughout the year including: Family Jazz Afternoons, Mother's Day Te ...
Enjoy an afternoon of jazz with Coucou Zazous in Eryldene's garden.
Join us for this special family event held under the canopy of our blossoming jacarandas.
Be entertained by Coucou Zazous' repertoire of lively vintage jazz featuring sultry vocals, swinging melodies and toe-tapping rhythms.
BYO rug, chairs and drinks. Homemade treats, tea and coffee will be available from the Eryldene Garden Cafe.
The famous Eryldene Collectables, Plants and Gifts stall will be open and ready for early Christmas purchases.
Games and activities. Free kid's zine for family ticket holders. Explore the garden's secret pathways.
Gates open from 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Music from 3:30-6:30pm.
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The Ikebana Workshop will be held in the peaceful and beautiful setting of Eryldene on Sunday 22nd September between 10am and 1pm.
This is a special opportunity for aspiring florists and people interested in Japanese culture. Learn the history and some of the fundamental techniques of this classical Japanese art form and create your own Ikebana floral arrangement to take home.
We are excited to welcome Jenny Goodwin, a former President of Ikebana International Sydney Chapter with over 20 years' experience teaching and exhibiting, to lead the class. The Workshop is limited to ten people to enable personal attention and feedback. All of the fresh flowers, foliage, a container and other materials will be provided to create your own floral arrangement.
Participants will also be treated to a tour of the house where Ikebana floral arrangements will be on display and will also enjoy a lovely/ home-made morning tea. At the end of the class, participants are welcome to stroll through the garden.
Cost: $100 ( cost of materials, tour and morning tea). Note: Eryldene Members receive a 10% discount.
Please note that the workshop is limited to 10 people, so be sure to book early.
About Ikebana:
Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, practiced for hundreds of years, is now continued by people who love and enjoy the elegance of this style. Artists are encouraged to work with nature in an individual and imaginative form through colour, line and texture to create arrangements from the heart for all to enjoy.
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FRIDAYS IN THE GARDEN - 2024
Dates: 5 April, 3 May, 7 June, 5 July, 2 August, 6 September and 4 October from 10:00am to 12 noon.
Discover one of the hidden gems of Sydney's North Shore. Eryldene is the former home of Professor E.G. Waterhouse and his family. The house was built and its garden created early last century and there you will find one of Australia's most important collections of camellias. Professor Waterhouse was internationally recognised for his huge contribution to the 'camellia world' and lived in the house until his death in 1977. The Eryldene Trust now opens the house and garden for events and tours.
Take a tour with one of the garden volunteers and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee afterwards.
Learn about how we're adapting our garden to cope with the changing climate.
Ticketing link to tours only which include admission and morning tea.
Tickets are also available at the gate on the day for General Admission $12; Concession $10; Family $20; Eryldene Members - Free Admission. (These rates do not include Morning tea and tour.)
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