Sydney Park brick kilns and chimneys

The entire site is comprised of the following buildings and items and their setting:- rectangular Hoffman kiln No. 1 (item 6) and Chimney No. 2 (Item 7)- Hoffman kiln No. 2 (item 13) with semi-circular ends (western end removed), and chimney No. 4 (item 14)- Down draught kilns Nos. 1 & 2 (items 2 and 3) and Chimney No. 1 (item 1)- Chimney No. 3 (item 11)- Open areas: terraced garden (item 4) and paved area (item 5) and car park (item 15).The streetscape, contained within the site area, is punctuated by the large Hoffman kilns Nos. 1 & 2 brick facades facing the Princes Highway. The Hoffman semicircular kilns' long angled setback façade, in line with the adjacent semicircular kiln frontage, displays a brick face with low cut-away, grated openings to the main internal space. The walls and footpath are sheltered by a metal sheet, timber framed awning encompassing the perimeter of the building.The Sydney Park Road streetscape within the site consists of the rectangular brick facades of the two northern down draught kilns Nos. 1 & 2. These kilns, angled to the footpath, are divided by lawn and low height, sparse shrub planting. These facades set deep into the strat of the rise of the Sydney Park hill have arch openings and heights deceptive of their true size.The associated landscape consists of the brick paved areas that connect the several structures, and a brick terraced garden located to the north-east of the down draught kilns Nos. 1 & 2.The site has been constructed in an area that contained abundant clay deposits. The manufacture of bricks and tiles together with pottery were therefore abundant at St Peters. These also had access to public and private transport links to the city and other regional centres via major roads and the adjacent St Peter Railway Station. The railway also served to bring workers to the area.Vehicle access to the site is currently available from Sydney Park Road and the Princes Highway. However it is limited to the car park areas to the east and south of the site and restricted by high traffic flows surrounding the site.Pedestrian access to the site is currently available from Sydney Park Road, Princes Highway and throughout Sydney Park.

Ruled by an empire of large rats, these historic industrial buildings are an interesting backdrop to the wonderful sydney Park.

The old buildings look very impressive, but it would be better if the area is more well-maintained. The construction fence should be removed.

This entrance to Sydney Park is conveniently located just across the Princes Highway from St Peters railway station. The kilns and chimneys form an imposing display of our industrial heritage, more so when one considers that they were constructed brick-by-brick by workers over 100 years ago. Though being disused for decades, they are still extant, unlike many examples of Sydney's architectural history.The rest of Sydney Park offers several leisure opportunities, both active and passive. There are many well maintained paths to walk on, a skate park, a children's playground, and a kiosk serving light refreshments. Perhaps the most prominent feature is the wetlands reserve, which is great for watching various species of aquatic birds, or just for some quiet contemplation if one prefers. Those who fear or dislike dogs would do well to avoid this place, as I observed as many as 100 dogs in various areas of the park during my visit. These dogs appeared to be generally well behaved, and their owners could be seen making an effort to clean up after them.

Good park to visit, but the temporary fencing is ugly.

Ok to look at. No signage. Don't go out of your way to comes here.

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Interesting but not much signage. Nice surrounding areas. Great for dog walking

great inner city park with some history. Sad that there no signs to share actual history of the brickworks, also sad to see destructive graffiti.

A beautiful transformation of the old brickworks, and magnificent open spaces for dogs and children to run and play.The water gardens have created a really nice atmosphere, and there are parts of the parkland that you cannot even see any city buildings, which feels like you are totally cut off from the hustle and bustle of the city.