Marulan: Motorcycling, Walks and Local History

Explore Marulan through a range of different interests: at Pheasant Wood, motorcycling days and unpaved tracks are at the heart of sporting events; there are also self-guided town walks, historic buildings, art and local products. If you’re looking for a hotel for a stay in Marulan, you can start by choosing according to the themes that matter to you. The places below range from a self-guided tour to buildings whose history can be understood through specific dates and materials.

Motorcycling Days and Tracks

Pheasant Wood holds riding days for road and motard motorcycles; women and young people are welcome. The site also has numerous unpaved tracks suitable for mountain biking or running events. This means motorised riding days sit alongside tracks suitable for other sporting events. Riding days, participation requirements, and the availability and event use of the tracks may change; check the operator’s current information before your visit.

Town Walks and the Meridian

The Marulan Historic Meander is a self-guided tour that is available year-round and suitable for most mobility types. The Marulan Historic Town Walk starts on the western side and heads north along George Street. Different features can help you choose between the two: the Meander is self-guided and suitable for most mobility types, while the Town Walk’s starting point and direction provide clear orientation. The Meander’s operating details may change, so check them before your tour.

Marulan lies exactly on the 150th meridian, which serves as the basis for Australian Eastern Standard Time. The Marulan Meridian Arch is a sculpture by local artist Sebastian Meijbaum. The town’s history therefore includes not only buildings but also a geographical point of reference and a work of local art.

Churches and Historic Buildings

The construction year of each church and the laying of its foundation stone are different historical reference points. St. Patrick’s Catholic Church was built in Marulan in 1930. The foundation stone of All Saints’ Church was laid in March 1878; the church is built from Wingello sandstone. The comparison therefore distinguishes a construction year from the date a foundation stone was laid.

The Terminus Hotel was built in 1868 and is the oldest building in Marulan; very little of the original building remains today. Known as the Big Pavlova, the remains of the Mocador Pavlova Factory stand on the road formerly called Old Hume Highway, now George Street. The factory closed in 1991. It once made pavlovas, handmade chocolates and cheesecakes, and served Devonshire tea to travellers—an offering that differs markedly from the town’s present-day attractions.

Art, Food and a Park

Mulwaree Arts is located in Marulan Memorial Hall, 70 George Street. It is open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 4 pm, or by appointment. As opening hours and appointments may change, check before your visit.

Pearl Bakery & Kitchen in Marulan makes bread, pies, sourdough bread and pastries; the availability of individual products may change. Together with the former Mocador factory, these examples show different sides of the town’s history: today’s baking and an earlier offering of sweets and Devonshire tea for travellers.

Tony Onions Memorial Park has nature trails and a climbing frame. This is another focus for your stay, alongside the walks and historic buildings. It’s worth checking the current condition of the climbing frame before your visit.

Discover more destinations: Dorrigo, Hannam Vale, Krambach, Perisher Valley, Mulgoa, Chullora, Lochinvar, Kiama.

For the broader travel overview: New South Wales.