Please RSVP by 31st August, 2011
ollyderby@gmail.com
OR
gsambrown@westnet.com.au
Thank you!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
How to get there?
Travel info.
Firstly getting to Australia – We have our very own personal travel agent who will look after all wedding guests and will endeavor to get us to Australia the cheapest, quickest and safest way. Get in contact with Alex on Alexander.Blunt@rtwexperts.co.uk
Sydney is the closest international airport to Seal Rocks. Newcastle is the closest national airport; however there are better transport links to Seal Rocks from Sydney.
http://www.jetstar.com/au/en/index.aspx - for internal flights around Australia.
If you can, I would suggest hiring a car, it’s an easy 3 and a half hour drive from Sydney up the north coast of NSW.
Get directions to 166 Thomas Rd, Seal Rocks, NSW, 2423
Get directions to 166 Thomas Rd, Seal Rocks, NSW, 2423
www.vroomvroomvroom.com.au - has a selection of all the major car hire places and is very reasonable.
Lots of people will be driving up from Sydney on the Friday 28th and Saturday 29th. So if you don’t mind hitching a ride with strangers let us know and we’ll organize some car pooling.
The bus to get is the Busways 151 Sydney to Taree via Newcastle and Forster. It leave Sydney (Bay 9, Eddy Av) 1.20pm daily and drops you off at the Bungwahl store where we will pick you up and take you to Treachery camp. The bus is 5 and a half hours and its easy and direct.
The bus back to Sydney leaves the Bungwahl store at 7.45am daily.
There will be a bus provided between Treachery camp and the reception at Dogwood rd on Saturday 29th. Also a bus back to Treachery camp after the reception.
Things to do?
While you’re in Sydney
Sydney speaks for itself! Best tips on this amazing city go to;
Food is incredible in Sydney. Some of my personal recommendations;
Billy Kwong
355 Crown St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
(02) 9332 3300
You can’t book. Need to turn up at 6pm or 8-8.30pm and wait for a table – totally worth it!
Jugemu & Shimbashi
246 Military Rd, Neutral Bay 2089 NSW
(02) 9904 3011
Excellent coffee at Mecca.
Lots of nice places around Manly beach, it's nice to have a drink at Wharf Bar or the Bavarian Bier Cafe.
Fratelli Paradiso in Potts Point – cool not too expensive and funky
Bootleg in Potts Point too across the road from Jimmy Liks
Miss G’s – a new cool place in Victoria St potts point
Sepia – high end expensive, Sussex st Sydney
Marque - 4/5 355 Crown Street Surry Hills, +61 2 9332 2225
Quay - Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks, Sydney,+61 2 9251 5600
Tetsuya's - 529 KENT STREET,+61 2 9267 2900
Marque - 4/5 355 Crown Street Surry Hills, +61 2 9332 2225
Quay - Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks, Sydney,+61 2 9251 5600
Tetsuya's - 529 KENT STREET,+61 2 9267 2900
From Sydney to Seal Rocks
If you’re driving up and have the time you must stop off at the Hunter wineries. Otherwise there are very reasonable day trips from Sydney.
Seal Rocks and the Great Lakes
145 kilometers of pristine coast line, inland waterways, national parks and state forest the great lakes area is a true natural paradise… and why I sometimes miss home!
Enjoy the beaches around Treachery Camp – Treachery beach, Lighthouse beach, No 1 and Boat beach.
Otherwise some of my other favourites – Celito beach, Elizabeth beach, Boomerang beach and Blueys beach.
Sandbar golf course – 3434 The Lakes Way, Pacific Palms Ph. (02) 6554 4095
Buddha by the beach - http://www.mobysretreat.com.au/dining/index.php
Great Lakes Bike and Board hire – Ph. 0411 568022
Dolphin & Whale watch – www.amaroocruises.com.au
The Great Lakes Winery – www.greatlakeswines.com.au
Day trip to Port Macquarie
Day trip through The Manning Valley
Bundy’s Paintball – www.bundyspaintball.com.au
Action Divers – Ph. (02) 6555 4053. Ocean Quest Deep Sea Fishing Charters – Ph. 0427777139. Forster/ Tuncurry
The Big Buzz fun park – www.bigbuzz.com.au
Wedding Itinerary
Sally arrives in Sydney Monday 10th October
Olly arrives in Sydney Saturday 22nd October
Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd October – Sydney Stag and Hens weekend!
Saturday night the girls will gather at Jimmy Liks for dinner and cocktails. The boys will head to the Oaks pub for pizza and beer. We'll all meet up to sing along and dance at the Piano bar with the Piano man. (where Sally and Olly met… back in April 2007!)
Saturday night the girls will gather at Jimmy Liks for dinner and cocktails. The boys will head to the Oaks pub for pizza and beer. We'll all meet up to sing along and dance at the Piano bar with the Piano man. (where Sally and Olly met… back in April 2007!)
http://www.hotelcremorne.com.au/articles/Minskys/6
Sunday we'll relax in a pub somewhere and watch the Rugby world cup final.
Sunday we'll relax in a pub somewhere and watch the Rugby world cup final.
Thursday 27th October – A day of Kayaking/catamaraning/body boarding and sun bathing on Celito Beach. Meeting @ frothy coffee, Smiths Lake
Friday 28th October (SURF SCHOOL!) – Surf School will commence from 9am - 4pm. Buses pick up and drop off from Treachery Camp. The day includes, board, wetsuit, rash vest hire and a BBQ lunch on the beach for $89pp. Bring it on!
Myself, Bridesmaids and Mothers will be having a beauty day at the local salon in Smiths Lake.
Myself, Bridesmaids and Mothers will be having a beauty day at the local salon in Smiths Lake.
Friday evening will be a casual BBQ at the Seal Rocks cabins. BYO meat and booze, some salads and bread provided.
Tim's on Treach will be selling meals this evening as well.
Tim's on Treach will be selling meals this evening as well.
Saturday 29th October – WEDDING DAY!
Sunday 30th October – Brunch fry up at Seal Rocks lodge. We'll get the BBQ cracking, please BYO bacon and eggs. Other food will be available to buy from Tim's on Treach (food van).
Monday 31st October (Chillax) - Beach Day
Monday 31st October (Chillax) - Beach Day
Tuesday 1st November – Tristam Derbyshire’s (Olly’s brother) birthday. Dinner at Anna and Grahams will all the family!
Saturday 5th November - Fly back to London.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Where to stay?
Accommodation is free for all guests on the Friday 28th, Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th at Treachery Camp, Seal Rocks.
If you want to stay longer you need to book through the Treachery camp office, details on website – booking is essential.
Olly and I will be there from Monday 24th October – Friday 4th November so feel free to hang out, they’ll be lots to do and the beaches are beautiful.
Facilities are simple but clean, think of it as glorified camping!
Beach Lodge guests will be sleeping in bunk beds,(max 4 people per room)sharing essential. Pillows and pillowcases are supplied. Own linen and blankets required if you’re traveling from Sydney. Treachery Camp will provide linen for national and international guests. Please bring your own beach and bath towels!
Beach Lodge guests have access to the fully equipped camp kitchen and the main amenities block. Hot showers are coin operated and coins are available from the office.
We encourage you to bring your own tent, camping will ensure you have your own privacy. You will still have access to Beach lodge kitchen. Please let us know with your rsvp if you are bringing your own tent.
We encourage you to bring your own tent, camping will ensure you have your own privacy. You will still have access to Beach lodge kitchen. Please let us know with your rsvp if you are bringing your own tent.
Surfside cabins have been allocated to young families and over 50’s. Self-contained fully equipped, some with en suites.
ALL Olly’s family will be in the Log Cabins for the 2 weeks.
If glorified camping isn’t your thing here are some alternate accommodation options close to Seal Rocks.
http://www.sealrockshouse.com.au - Luxury accommodation a short distance from Treachery Camp.
http://www.mobysretreat.com.au/index.php - Mobys retreat is a short drive away.
http://www.mobysretreat.com.au/index.php - Mobys retreat is a short drive away.
Pepper Tree Cottage Bed and Breakfast – Short drive away
Email, pepper_tree@bigpond.com
Ph, (02) 65509451 or 0407453273
http://www.sealrocksholidaypark.com.au/ - Another camp site with log cabins etc, very similar to Treachery Camp. You drive past it on your way into Seal Rocks.
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