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25.01.2022 Devines Hill along the Old Great North Road. This section of the Convict Trail is home to some wonderful interpretation to help bring the history of the road to life.

25.01.2022 Such a wonderful bridge, you may have even driven over it with out even noticing. Have you ever driven to St Albans via the main ferry at Wisemans Ferry, if so, you have. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sE_AWgGZOUE

24.01.2022 For a Thursday laugh, this wonderful post from Tobruk Sydney. One of the many attractions that are located along the route of the old Great North Road - Convict Trail. Check out the video on our website about Rev Sharpe’s track which was filmed on location at Tobruk.

24.01.2022 The latest newsletter of the Convict Trail is out now. http://bit.ly/CTNSep20

23.01.2022 Bedlam Point is home to part of the Great North Road - Convict Trail. These remains are of the punt crossing located on Punt Road . Be sure to use the NPWS walk way to access the water.

23.01.2022 Such a joy rehearsing with the Women of Wisemans - watching joyful actors, people, #share, #play, #support and work together to create marvellous moments of theatre. Come see them at the @pioneer.theatre Sat 15th December - our first show in a fancy theatre no less !

22.01.2022 Our December 2020 newsletter is out now. Enjoy some interesting reading of news from along the road. bit.ly/CTNDec20

20.01.2022 The wonderful St Albans Inn. Be sure to stop in at St Albans when you follow the drive section of the Convict Trail. Maps for the Trail can be downloaded from our website www.convicttrail.com.au

20.01.2022 What a stunning view from the Hawkins Lookout in the way to Wisemans Ferry.

18.01.2022 Just some of the convict bricks at Hills shore Council. If these bricks could talk.

18.01.2022 A long and winding road that still remains today in some sections (accessible by bike or on foot) just as it did when it was first built. Surrounded by trees, birds and wildlife. Sections like the world heritage listed Devines Hill take only a few hours to walk. For more information visit our website Convicttrail.com.au

18.01.2022 Some of the many sites to see when you follow the Convict Trail to Wollombi. To down load the Great North Road - Convict Trail map visit our website convicttrail.com.au or ask at your local visitor information centre.

18.01.2022 The Convict Trail Project is delighted to announce it has received a 2019-2021 NSW Community Heritage Grant to update the brown placename signs we have installed along the Great North Road. This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government.

18.01.2022 This image gives a glimpse of inside one of the culverts along the Great North Road. I am always amazed how clean and new the stone looks when it's protected from the weather.

17.01.2022 Here's to 2018, a busy year along the old Great North Road for the Convict Trail Project some of the highlights of the year! The new year brings some exciting changes for the Project. Happy New Year to all .

17.01.2022 February Newsletter is out now! Featuring bushfires are out and their impact on parts of the road. Download here: http://bit.ly/CTNF20

17.01.2022 A special night tonight in Bucketty at the Great North Road precinct! Always a wonderful event.

17.01.2022 Check out our new website! Updated, refreshed and revamped with fresh content and a new layout. https://www.convicttrail.com.au/

16.01.2022 Exciting times today in Wollombi!

16.01.2022 Looking for things to do this holidays with the family. A great article by Time Out Sydney! Thank you for the shout out

15.01.2022 Please note: Due to recent fire activity there is no access to Devines Hill or Finches Line. These areas are now very dangerous due to the risk of falling trees and branches until further notice.

15.01.2022 One of my favourite fences, this one leads people up the lower section of Devines Hill from the main gate. Not all that old when you look at the Convict road it leads to but still wonderful.

15.01.2022 The October newsletter is now out. Please download is here: http://bit.ly/CTNOct20

15.01.2022 Catch the latest CTP newsletter. Download now: bit.ly/CTNJune20

14.01.2022 Shepherds Gully is such an amazing place. The small brigade remainsale for great photos.

14.01.2022 March Newsletter is out now! Yes, coronavirus has negatively impacted our activities too. Download here: http://bit.ly/CTNM20

14.01.2022 Wishing all our Facebook friends a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

14.01.2022 A wonderful interview with Historian Grace Karskens .

14.01.2022 A group of history buffs from the Kuring-gai Motor Yacht Club recently enjoyed a visit to Devines Hill.

13.01.2022 Bedlam Point Tour Report Sydney was isolated from Newcastle and the Hunter valley to the north till 1836 when a convict built trail was completed linking the two cities. We visited the start of this road at Drummoyne and examined where it headed north across the Parramatta River to Bedlam Point. This tour on May 4th was part of the Australian Heritage Festival and lead by Wesley Warren.

13.01.2022 While you’re in the area checking out the Great North Road Convict Trail, why not stop in at Maitland Gaol. There are plenty of family friendly activities on offer throughout the school holidays. See link below for more information.

13.01.2022 The Great North Road split at Wollombi with one section heading to Broke and the other to Newcastle. Maitland Gaol has an amazing history and is well worth a visit as you follow the Convict Trail.

13.01.2022 Past Chair if the Convict Trail Project, Paul Budde sent this interesting image taken at the State Library of NSW. Visit our website convicttrail.com.au to learn more about Sir Thomas Mitchell.

12.01.2022 Mix a little holiday play time for the kids as you follow the Convict Trail. Heritage Park is just on of the many kid friendly parks located along the way.

12.01.2022 Todays photo is of a beautiful curves Culvert along the Convict Trail heading to Wollombi. Stunning workmanship! Happy Friday from all the Convict Trail Project team.

11.01.2022 Love the old fashioned look of the wonderful General Store in Wollombi

11.01.2022 Did you know that Sir Thomas Mitchell collected minerals as he travelled around. This image taken by Paul Budde shows some of the collection now held at the Stye Library of NSW. Learn more about Mitchell and what part he played in the history of the Great North Road by visiting our website convicttrail.com.au

11.01.2022 For those following us just on Facebook, here is our January Newsletter. February is on its way soon... Download with this link: http://bit.ly/CTNJ20

11.01.2022 There is a Stockade sight located on Devines Hill that is a must see when you visit. Some wonderful interpretation has been installed to help visitors understand a little more about those who built the road.

11.01.2022 Peter Clark Memorial Tour Report Use of the Great North Road was a dangerous activity in the 1800s due to the constant threat posed by bushrangers. This problem experienced by travellers is typified by the tragic death of Peter Clark. We visited his memorial as part of the Australian Heritage Festival on May 18, 2019. This event was lead by historian and bushranger expert Gregory Powell. He is the author of the book Bushranger Tracks, and an acclaimed historian and expert on Australia’s bushranger past.

11.01.2022 Our August 2020 Newsletter is out now. Follow this link for your PDF download. http://bit.ly/CTNAug20

11.01.2022 Hand cut out of the stone, these drains can be found still doing the job even today. Built to last.

10.01.2022 December 2020 Newsletter Welcome to the latest newsletter of the Convict Trail Project (CTP) and the Great North Road (GNR). Launch of Volume 10 of The Pick the Journal of the Convict Trail Project...Continue reading

10.01.2022 Our January newsletter is out now. This is our first for this new year and has information on upcoming events and other interesting reading. Enjoy! http://bit.ly/CTNJan21

10.01.2022 GNR sites are closed due to the Coronavirus health emergency. Museums and historic sites are closed; stay home except for essential travel; gatherings over 2 people restricted.

09.01.2022 The latest CTP newsletter is out now. The road is now fully open to visitors. Download now: https://bit.ly/CTNMay20

08.01.2022 New Project Director Wesley Warren has been appointed by the board of the The Convict Trail Project as the new Project Director. He looks after CTP's online presence and liaises with business and government to maintain and promote the Great North Road.

07.01.2022 Be sure to cary plenty of water with you and avoid the hotter parts of the day when out and about on the old Great North Road this summer. This image was taken at Shepherds Gully earlier this year.

07.01.2022 The Bucketty Precinct is well worth a look. . This small site contains original road surface, hand cut drains , dry stone walling and culverts. Not sure how to get there, grab a copy of our Cartoscope Convict Trail Great North Road map from your Visitor Centre or download from our website.

06.01.2022 St Albans and the beautiful Settlers Arms Inn. The park opposite has one of the many Convict Trail information posts and som great play equipment for the kids.

06.01.2022 Some very exciting news along the Old Great North Road!! Cant wait to see this

05.01.2022 A great opportunity for all those interested in Convict research.

05.01.2022 One of the more photographed spots at Devines Hill. Hangman’s Cave with its hand cut steps always makes for wonderful photos.

05.01.2022 For these who would prefer to read our newsletter here on Facebook, we will post the entire newsletter here as well. If you enjoy this format please like this post and leave a comment. Happy Reading! September 2020 Newsletter...Continue reading

04.01.2022 The latest CTP newsletter is out now. Download here: bit.ly/CTNJuly20

04.01.2022 Stopped to take a photo of inside on pf the culverts on Devines Hill on my last wonder up the road. It was great to see so many people also enjoying this amazing world heritage listed convict built road.

04.01.2022 For those following the Convict Trail over the Christmas New , Year break.

04.01.2022 Some more of the wonderful dry stone walling found in many sections of the Great North Road along the Convict Trail.

03.01.2022 Need some time out before Christmas. Why not visit the old Great North Road for some fresh air and a great walk.

03.01.2022 The bushfires are officially Out! These fires lasted months and impacted many, including the section of the Great North Road in the National Parks north of Wisemans Ferry.

03.01.2022 Search our convict database of 1,352 men to find out who built the Great North Road. Now online! bit.ly/ConvictSearch

02.01.2022 The Women of Wisemans. Looking forward to seeing this performance from the amazing Convict Footprints Productions.

02.01.2022 Farewell to Paul Budde the founder of the Convict Trail Project group.

01.01.2022 The convicts left some amazing graffiti along the old road. This man with a hat and pipe is just one example of early Convict graffiti.

01.01.2022 Devines Hill has some amazing interpretation to give visitors to the site an understanding of what Convict life on the road was like.

01.01.2022 Great North Road Now Open! With bushfire impact now reduced and COVID-19 danger decreased we are happy to announce that the entire length of the convict trail is again open to day visitors.