The walk will commence at Victoria Park, Broadway (just near University of Sydney) on Saturday 18 September. The start and finish areas are located at Victoria Park. There will be two routes - the 9km walk and the 5km walk. Both walking routes take participants along local streets and café precincts.
Each walker is provided with a Barneys Seven Churches Walk Passport which provides details of the walk, including a profile of the history and points of interest of each Church along the walk.
The 9 km route (see map)
This walk starts at 9.30am and will require approximately 2 - 2.5 hours to complete if walking at a steady pace. This will also allow time to stop briefly at each the Churches along the route and perhaps grab a coffee at one of the many cafes along the way. There are seven churches along this walk (see below for more details). This route suits people with an average level of fitness.
What are the seven churches on the 9km walk?
- St Barnabas Anglican Church, Broadway
- St Benedict’s Catholic Church, Broadway
- Christ Church St Lawrence Anglican Church, Sydney
- Chinese Presbyterian Church, Surry Hills
- St Saviour’s Anglican Church, Redfern
- Newtown Mission (Uniting)
- St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Newtown
The 5 km route (see map)
This walk starts at 10.30am and will probably require approximately 1- 1.5 hours if walking at a steady pace. This will also allow time to stop briefly at each of the Churches along the route and perhaps grab a coffee at one of the many cafes along the way. There are four churches along this walk (see below for more details). This route ideally suits people walking with young children.
What are the four churches on the 5km walk?
- St Barnabas Anglican Church, Broadway
- St Benedict’s Catholic Church, Broadway
- Newtown Mission (Uniting)
- St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Newtown
PLEASE NOTE REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED ON THE DAY.
| Entry for the walk is: | |
|---|---|
| Adults | $35 |
| Student (over 16 years)/Concession | $28 |
| Family (2 adult and 2 or more children) | $90 |
| Children (under 16 years) | $22 |
| Children 4 years and under | Free |
What does the registration fee cover?
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATIONS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON 6 SEPTEMBER 2010.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
1 x Lunch in a Box - a wrap, a piece of fruit and a muesli bar - collected on the day
1 x “Raise the Roof” baseball cap, one size fits all - collected on the day
1 x Seven Churches Walk Passport (includes maps, details of the Churches and the event)
REGISTRATION AFTER 6 SEPTEMBER 2010 INCLUDES THE SEVEN CHURCHES WALK PASSPORT ONLY
Passports can be collected near the Start/Finish Line on the day (up to 15 minutes prior to the event). Participants are also encouraged to bring their own snacks and drinks as required. It is important that participants bring adequate water for their walk.
Please note there is no alcohol permitted at the event. Participants who have food allergies or other special dietary requirements are advised to bring their own lunch/refreshments as we will not be able to cater for individual requirements on the day.
PLEASE NOTE REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED ON THE DAY.
Prizes for fundraising
There will be prizes for the following categories awarded on the day at approximately 1.00pm.
- Highest fundraising individual (adult)
- Highest fundraising individual (student - 16 years and over)
- Highest fundraising team
- Best walking outfit/costume
- Person who finishes the Walk closest to the 'mystery time'
What happens on the day?
| 9.00AM | 9KM WALKERS ARRIVE AND COLLECT PASSPORTS (EARLY BIRDS ALSO COLLECT CAPS) |
| 9.30 | 9KM WALK COMMENCES |
| 10.00 | 5KM WALKERS ARRIVE AND COLLECT PASSPORTS (EARLY BIRDS ALSO COLLECT CAPS) |
| 10.30 | 5KM WALK COMMENCES |
| 12.00 | WALKERS RETURN |
| 12.00 | CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT COMMENCES |
| 12.00 | LUNCHTIME - LUNCH IN A BOX FOR EARLY BIRDS |
| 1.00 | PRIZES AWARDED FOR TOP FUNDRAISERS |
| 1.00 | KIDS ENTERTAINMENT CONTINUES |
| 2.00 | EVENT CLOSES |
What happens if it rains?
The event will go ahead regardless of weather conditions. Check the update section of the Barneys Seven Churches Walk website at 8.00am on Saturday 18 September for any change of venue for lunch.
Food and drink
Early Bird participants will be able to collect their ‘Lunch in a Box’at the finish line. You are also encouraged to bring your own snacks and drinks as required. It is important that participants bring adequate water for the walk.
Please note there is no alcohol permitted at the event.
Kids entertainment
There will be entertainment for children from 11.00am to 2.00pm. This will include:
- A jumping castle
- Face painting
- Balloons
Parental supervision is required for all entertainment activities.
