Springwood, NSW, Australia
64Heart of the Blue Mountains, NSW
Springwood is a town 71 km west of Sydney, Australia. It is set in the midst of the Blue Mountains National Park. It was founded after the British Governor of the time passed through the area in 1815. Springwood and its locality have a number of interesting things for the visitor to see including Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum and the Norman Lindsay Gallery and Museum.
Springwood Railway Station (Photo: Grahamec)
How Did Springwood Get Its Name?
In 1815 Lachlan Macquarie, the Governor of the British colony of New South Wales, and his wife went on a trip from Sydney into the Blue Mountains and spent a night at what Macquarie described in his diary as a "spring".
The place was later named "Springwood" -- the first syllable (spring) following Macquarie's description and the second syllable (wood) referring to the numerous blue gums (Eucalyptus deanei) in the area.
A Quick Jaunt Around Springwood!
Interesting Internet Pages on Springwood
- Springwood, NSW, Australia
The history and attractions of Springwood NSW. - Welcome to Springwood High School NSW
Springwood High School is a Department of Education and Training High School. The grounds of the school complement the attractive surroundings and provide a pleasant environment for study and recreation.
A Morning in Springwood
Carnival Zoo - Band (Part 1), Springwood, Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia, 2010
More Interesting Web Pages on the Blue Mountains
- Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains is one of the greatest tourist attraction which attracts so many visitors from around the world to visit and feel the majestic beauty of this natural mountainous region. The people who live in...
Springwood Foundation Day March, 2007
Latest News on Springwood
- Springwood death in custody
A CRITICAL Incident Investigation Team has been formed to investigate the death of a man in police custody today. - 4 weeks ago
- Lady Eagles dominate Springwood
Fort Dale Academy showed Wednesday just why it was the top seed in the Class AAA, Region 1 tournament at Huntingdon College. The Lady Eagles (14-10) dominated No. 8-seed Springwood School en route to a 43-18 victory. - 11 days ago
- Tombstones at historic downtown cemetery repaired
Tombstones that were knocked over or damaged by vandals in the historic Springwood Cemetery in downtown Greenville were replaced today with the help of volunteers. - 2 weeks ago
