Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park is a former cemetery on Macquarie Street, Liverpool NSW 2170, redeveloped in 1974 as a memorial to the district's pioneers. Its standout feature is its original headstones, including those dated before 1850, set among new pathways and formal contemplation areas.
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About Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Historic Headstones at Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park was formerly the Old Liverpool Cemetery, and burials there closed in 1958. Liverpool City Council redeveloped the site in 1974, and the official opening took place on Saturday 20th April, 1974, by the Governor of New South Wales, Sir Roden Cutler V.C. Headstones dated before 1850, and those of historical interest, are retained in the park, and some moved headstones are re-erected in various structures throughout the park. A plaque on a building lists the names of people buried in the park, as far as can be ascertained. Notable burials include James Badgery, after whom Badgerys Creek is named, Reverend Robert Cartwright, first Minister of St Luke's Church, and Richard Sadlier, the first Mayor of Liverpool.
Paths, Lighting and Contemplation Areas at Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
In 2010, Liverpool City Council returned 300 original burial headstones to Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park. The same upgrade created new pathways, lighting and fencing across the park. Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park also has formal contemplation areas, which give visitors quiet spaces among the historic grounds. The park reopened as a park in 2010 under Mayor Wendy Waller. Before that redevelopment, a memorial wall stood in the park from 1970 to 2009. Visitors walking the pathways pass the headstones, which form a central part of the park's heritage character.
Proposed Northern End Upgrades at Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Liverpool City Council has put forward a preliminary design for the northern end of Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park. The proposal includes a children's play space and re-purposing the area of the large mound. The design also includes installation of park furniture, including picnic shelters and seating, plus new garden beds and tree planting. This is a preliminary design put out for consultation, so the northern end of Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park may not be built as described.
Location and Boundaries of Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park is located at 1-51 Macquarie Street North, Liverpool NSW 2170, opposite Westfield. The park is also listed at 1 - 15 Macquarie Street, Liverpool, 2170, so both addresses refer to the same site. Its boundaries are Campbell Street, Macquarie Street and the Hume Highway. The park's approximate GPS coordinates are -33.916714 latitude and 150.924303 longitude. Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park sits in the Settlement sub-theme of the Landscape theme, reflecting its role in recording the district's early settlers.
Facilities at Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Visitor tips for Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
- ✓Look for the headstones dated before 1850, which were retained in the park during its 1974 redevelopment.
- ✓Check the plaque on the building that lists the people buried in the park, as far as can be ascertained.
- ✓Some moved headstones are re-erected in various structures throughout the park, so look beyond the open grounds.
- ✓The park is opposite Westfield Liverpool on Macquarie Street, which makes it easy to combine with a shopping trip.
- ✓Both 1-51 Macquarie Street North and 1 - 15 Macquarie Street are used as addresses, so search for either when navigating.
Getting to Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park is at 1-51 Macquarie Street North, Liverpool NSW 2170, opposite Westfield, and is also listed at 1 - 15 Macquarie Street. Its boundaries are Campbell Street, Macquarie Street and the Hume Highway. Approximate GPS coordinates: -33.916714, 150.924303.
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- 📍Westfield Liverpool (opposite the park)
- 📍Campbell Street (park boundary)
- 📍Macquarie Street (park boundary)
- 📍Hume Highway (park boundary)
Frequently asked questions about Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park
What facilities does Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park have?
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park has new pathways, lighting and fencing, which were added in a 2010 upgrade. It also has formal contemplation areas and original headstones, including those dated before 1850. Moved headstones are re-erected in various structures throughout the park.
Is there a playground at Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park for young kids?
Liverpool City Council has proposed a children's play space for the northern end of Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park. This is a preliminary design put out for consultation. It may not be built as described.
Are there walking or jogging paths around Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park?
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park has new pathways that were created during its 2010 upgrade. Visitors walking these pathways pass the park's historic headstones.
Where do I park when visiting Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park?
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park is located at 1-51 Macquarie Street North, Liverpool NSW 2170, opposite Westfield. It is also listed at 1 - 15 Macquarie Street. Its boundaries are Campbell Street, Macquarie Street and the Hume Highway.
What makes Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park different from other parks in western Sydney?
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park is a former cemetery that was redeveloped in 1974 as a memorial to the district's pioneers. It retains original headstones dated before 1850 and features a plaque listing people buried there. Notable burials include James Badgery, Reverend Robert Cartwright and Richard Sadlier.
Is Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park safe at night?
Liverpool Pioneers' Memorial Park has lighting, which was installed as part of its 2010 upgrade. Council's upgrade also added pathways and fencing across the park.