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An entertaining guided walk through Tawa streets that feature some significant historical sites in the suburb.A walk starting at the Community Centre in Cambridge Street Tawa and finishing at the Bucket Tree (motel) in Boscobel Lane that passes some significant sites in Tawa's history, lead by members of the Tawa Historical Society who will provide a commentary on the sites visited.
Please make your own arrangements for transport between back to your car or public transport at the end of the walk Participants from outside Tawa Valley may wish to travel by train.
Tawa station is about 200m from start point. Takapu Road station is about 50 m from end of walk.
Bring your own water bottle and snacks for the walk as required. The walk passes several dairies and a supermarket.
Vote in the morning and mull over your decision in the afternoon on the walk ;-)
Booking is REQUIRED for this event.
Cost: Koha
Learn more and book on our website:
https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/event/tawa-heritage-walk/
This event is part of the 2026 Wellington Heritage Festival, running 24th October - 15th November. Discover over 160 more events on our website:
https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/events/
Health & Safety:
The walk is along public streets with passing traffic. Please take the care on footpaths and when crossing streets that you would when taking a private stroll.
Please wear sturdy footwear suitable for a 3-4km walk along sealed footpaths.
A reasonable level of fitness is required.
Banner image note: Bucket Tree - Evening Post 1955
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Event venue
Tawa Community Centre, 5 Cambridge Street,Wellington, New Zealand
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