Memory Park
Memory Park is a local park of about 3,300 square metres in Hazelbrook NSW 2779, beside the Great Western Highway. Its standout feature is a pedestrian bridge over the highway that links the park by ramp to Hazelbrook railway station, plus a memorial site honouring local soldiers who died in war.
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About Memory Park
Pedestrian Bridge and Rail Link at Memory Park
Memory Park has a pedestrian bridge over the Great Western Highway that links the park to Hazelbrook railway station. A ramp along the park's edge connects the park to the bridge, giving easy and enjoyable access between the Hazelbrook village centre and the railway station. Memory Park sits beside the Great Western Highway, and its restoration forms a key part of the Great Western Highway upgrade carried out by Roads and Maritime Services. The bridge is one part of an integrated system that also includes ramps, stairs, retaining walls and seating. Memory Park therefore works as a walking link between the village and the rail line, as well as a place to pause along the way.
Ramps, Stairs and Terrain at Memory Park
Memory Park uses ramps, stairs, seating, retaining walls and handrails to handle the steep ground across its approximately 3,300 square metres. The park's design includes an integrated system of ramps, stairs and retaining walls, so visitors can move between different levels. Handrails are installed along the routes through Memory Park to support people moving across the slope. Memory Park's ramps give an alternative to stairs, and its seating is placed along the route for visitors who want to rest. The landscape design was built around the site's steep ground rather than flattening it, which is why the park is structured in terraces.
Mature Trees and Planting at Memory Park
Memory Park retains its existing mature trees, which provide shade across the park. New trees, shrubs and groundcover were added to the park during its restoration. The planting at Memory Park reflects the cultural landscape of Blue Mountains villages. Extensive new planting was added alongside the retained trees, so the park combines established canopy with newer plants. Visitors to Memory Park can find shade under the mature trees on warm days.
Memorial and History at Memory Park
Memory Park has a memorial site that honours local soldiers who died in war. The park was closed during the Great Western Highway upgrade and used for storage, and its reconstruction was finished in 2014. Memory Park reopened to the public in March 2016 after the restoration. Blue Mountains City Council adopted a Plan of Management for Memory Park on 29/11/2022. The local community has enthusiastically welcomed the restored park.
Facilities at Memory Park
Visitor tips for Memory Park
- ✓Cross the Great Western Highway by the pedestrian bridge to reach Hazelbrook railway station via the ramp along the park's edge.
- ✓Expect steep ground: the park is built around ramps, stairs, retaining walls and handrails rather than flat paths.
- ✓Stop under the mature trees that were kept during the restoration, which give shade on warm days.
- ✓Visit the memorial site honouring local soldiers who died in war, which is part of the park's restored design.
- ✓Combine a visit with a walk into the Hazelbrook village centre, which the park's ramp and bridge connect to directly.
Getting to Memory Park
Memory Park is at the corner of Falcon Street, Winbourne Road and the Great Western Highway, Hazelbrook NSW 2779. A pedestrian bridge over the Great Western Highway links the park to Hazelbrook railway station, with a ramp along the park's edge.
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- 📍Great Western Highway
- 📍Hazelbrook village centre
- 📍Falcon Street
- 📍Winbourne Road
Frequently asked questions about Memory Park
What sports or recreation facilities does Memory Park in Hazelbrook have?
The park's uses include sports, community events, picnics, dog walking and children's play areas. The park's recreation setup is built around its ramps, stairs, seating and pedestrian bridge. Its restored landscape also includes a memorial site honouring local soldiers who died in war.
What facilities are there for families at Memory Park in Hazelbrook?
Memory Park has ramps, stairs, seating, retaining walls and handrails across its approximately 3,300 square metres. It also has a pedestrian bridge over the Great Western Highway that links to Hazelbrook railway station. Mature trees and new planting give the park shade and greenery.
Does Memory Park in Hazelbrook have walking paths?
Memory Park has a ramp along its edge that connects to a pedestrian bridge over the Great Western Highway. The bridge links the park to Hazelbrook railway station. Ramps, stairs and handrails form the routes through the park's steep ground.
How accessible is Memory Park for people with prams or wheelchairs?
Memory Park uses ramps and handrails alongside its stairs to handle the steep ground. The ramp along the park's edge connects the park to the pedestrian bridge and Hazelbrook railway station. Seating is placed throughout the park's design.
What makes Memory Park in Hazelbrook different from other parks in the Blue Mountains?
Memory Park has a pedestrian bridge over the Great Western Highway that links the park directly to Hazelbrook railway station. The park also has a memorial site honouring local soldiers who died in war. Its planting reflects the cultural landscape of Blue Mountains villages, with existing mature trees kept alongside new planting.
Is there shade at Memory Park, and are there trees for a summer visit?
Memory Park retains its existing mature trees, which provide shade across the park. New trees, shrubs and groundcover were added during the restoration. The planting combines established trees with newer plants.