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Fort Scratchley, Newcastle

#6 among attractions in Newcastle

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Fort Scratchley

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Built: 1882 (142 years ago)Coordinates: 32°55'34"S, 151°47'28"E
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Newcastle Australia

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Fort Scratchley – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Argyle House, Bogey Hole, Convict Lumber Yard, Nobbys Head Light.

  • argyle house newcastle0.9 miW
  • bogey hole newcastle0.8 miSW
  • convict lumber yard newcastle~1660 ftW
  • nobbys head light newcastle0.7 miNE
  • coal river precinct newcastle~740 ftNE
  • christ church cathedral newcastle0.6 miSW
  • newcastle art gallery1.1 miW
  • civic newcastle1.1 miW
  • newcastle museum1 miW
  • horbury hunt hall newcastle location map
    0.7 miSW
  • newcastle city hall1.1 miW

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fort Scratchley?

Nearby attractions include Nobbys Lighthouse, Newcastle (3 min walk), Coal River Precinct, Newcastle (4 min walk), Convict Lumber Yard, Newcastle (9 min walk), T & G Mutual Life Assurance Building, Newcastle (11 min walk).

How to get to Fort Scratchley by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fort Scratchley:

Light rail
  • Newcastle Beach • Lines: L (8 min walk)
  • Queens Wharf • Lines: L (14 min walk)

Bus
  • Customs House, Watt Street • Lines: 11, 13, 14 (10 min walk)
  • Watt St opp Customs House • Lines: 11, 13, 14 (10 min walk)

Ferry
  • Newcastle Wharf • Lines: Newcastle - Stockton Ferry (16 min walk)

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