BBQ / picnic area is open to the elements, so you will need to bring sunscreen, umbrella or gazebo. Seating and tables are also in limited supply.
It would be good if someone could bring a gazebo for us to sit under out of the sun, if you can assist with this, please let me know. Thank you.
If you're bringing the kids, there's a big playground and miniature train rides about 5 minutes walk from where the BBQ is happening. There's also shared pedestrian and cycle paths too. The park is also home to kangaroos, so if your kids are out and about, be sure they are cautious if they see any, as they can and have been known to attack if they feel threatened.
The cruise at 3 pm is optional, but features quite a variation of terrain in a small area. With a wrap up for photos at the end, at Mt Stromlo Observatory, you can also check out the displays there and there's a cafe as well. I was going to put this in near the start but I think it'd be better afterwards as it gives anyone interested in what they do a good chance to check it out.
Please keep a copy of the driving directions for it, and bring it with you.
From Weston Park BBQ area:
- Left onto Weston Park Rd
- Left at Brown St near gravel car park outside dog walking park
- 1st right onto Novar St, go past Yarralumla shops
- Right at 2nd roundabout near bridge onto Dudley St
- Right at signals onto Cotter Rd
- Veer left at Cotter Rd signals, at junction with John Gorton Dr
- Cruise begins
- Cross over river on single lane bridge
- Turn right onto Brindabella Rd after the camp ground
- At Uriarra Village, turn right at T-junction onto Uriarra Rd
- Follow to T-junction and turn right to cross river and continue on Uriarra Rd
- Turn left at T-junction roundabout onto Opperman Av
- Turn right onto John Gorton Dr at traffic lights
- Turn right at 2nd signals onto Cotter Road
- Turn right onto Mt Stromlo Rd to Observatory
