We are seeking expressions of interest from members who may be interested in an overnight visit to historic Wiseman’s Ferry in May 2025.
Discover some of the history of Wisemans Ferry by engaging in immersive ‘living history’ through ‘Theatre in the Wild’ produced by Convict Footprint.
https://convictfootprints.com.au/
Convict Footprints present immersive history by dressing in costume and bringing real stories to life. We will be taken as a small group via minibus to visit the cemetery at Wisemans after dark, to experience the theatre of historic happenings in the area.
Please note that this activity involves walking on uneven ground, particularly in the cemetery at night.
Day 1 Saturday Outline of evening
Self-drive to Wisemans Ferry.
All meet at the Wisemans Inn Hotel by 6.00pm.
6.00pm Cemetery- Convict Footprints
River
Museum
Dinner
Fireside drinks
Day 2 Sunday A range of activities could be undertaken. Individual choice.
Breakfast options: Heritage Village Café, IGA
Barefoot bowls at the local club
Bowling Club Lunch or
Lunch at St Albans pub. The Settlers Arms Inn is open from Wednesday to Sunday. Australian country-style cuisine is
available.
When
Saturday 17th – Sunday 18th May 2025.
The event commences at 6:00pm on Saturday.
Cost
Approximately $110 – confirmation closer to event.
Cost will include 3-course evening meal, mini bus, and the Convict Footprint performance.
Accommodation cost at individual expense paid to provider.
Meals on Sunday at individual expense paid on the day.
Conveners
Lorraine Mcauliffe / Anne Symons
Number restriction
We will need a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 36.
