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NZ Walking Routes > Taranaki > Waverley Historical Walkway
Waverley Historical Walkway
- Location
- The walk starts from the town hall in Bear Street.
- Description
This walk takes you through the Waverley township, focusing on areas of key historical interest.
Waverley is the South Taranaki District's southern most towns. Waverley's history is as rich and varied as that of most towns in the South Taranaki district. Many of the streets are named after men of the Eight and Tenth Companies of the Taranaki Military Settlers. The settlers drew their land from the Okutuku Block.
The cottage of famous New Zealand writer and educator Rewi Alley is situated in the Moeawatea Valley, just north of Waverley. The cottage is a Category II Historic Place. Specially-designed heritage walks through Waverley will take you past some of the town's beautiful old sites and buildings.
The majestic Waverley Town Hall on Bear Street was built in 1908. This special building is a Category II Historic Place and is registered with the New Zealand Historic Places Trust. The Dallison Park Memorial to Queen Victoria, was built at the Dallison Park Bowling Green. The Norfolk Pines around the little building were also planted in commemoration of the Queen.The marvellous Post Office building was constructed in 1928 and for many years was the hub of the town. The building has been restored and is now a private residence.
- Level
- Easy
- Amenities
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- Historical
- Source
- www.trc.govt.nz
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