about
Macclesfield is steeped in history, nestled amongst rolling hills. Its historic buildings feature the locally quarried mauve sandstone. The township was established by the Davenport family who possessed a special survey in 1840. Their patron was the Earl of Macclesfield. There are still brilliant examples of wattle and daub houses. The township was a base for a famous botanist Ferdinand von Mueller, who collected specimens in the Bugle Ranges. The township of Macclesfield was used by the South Australian Film Corporation for filming “The Week-end of Shadows”. Davenport Square is the village green of Macclesfield with picnic, BBQ and toilet facilities.
places of interest
Lord Robinson Park A picturesque reserve with picnic and native conservation areas, walking trails and is home to the Adelaide Hills Ceramics Association and Sculptors @ Crystal Lake.
Longview Vineyard Stylish cellar door set amongst the rural landscape.
Macclesfield Market Held first Sunday of the month in the Macclesfield Institute.
Macclesfield Historic Township Walk Complete with historic buildings, wide streets and gas-style street lamps.
ANZAC Memorial Garden A peaceful place of reflection and remembrance located at the recreation grounds.
Three Brothers Arms Hotel Popular live music venue in a historic pub.
Macclesfield Institute Heritage listed hall (1881) and community venue. Home to many local groups and available for hire. Includes:
- Hall with stage
- Supper room
- Modern kitchen facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Monthly market
recreation areas
Davenport Square
A nice open grassy area
- BBQ (Electric)
- Picnic Tables
- Lawn / grassed area
- Open space
- Playground
- Toilets
- Skate Park
- Parking
Lord Robinson Park, incorporating Crystal Lake Park
Lord Robinson Park is a unique and important piece of community land located at the southern end of the township. Historically significant to the town this land now performs a function for the community as an important site for arts and culture, health and wellbeing and environmental conservation.
Main entrance with access to Crystal Lake and sculpture park is at the corner of Pound Road and Pochin Street. Entrance for walking trails is from the corner of Nunnelly Street and Strathalbyn Road. Both areas have carparks.
- Lake / river / creek
- Lawn / grassed area
- Walking trails and sculpture walk
- Adelaide Hills Ceramic Association
- Sculptors @ Crystal Lake
- Revegetation Restoration Rehabilitation site
- Picnic area
- Parking
Macclesfield Recreation Grounds
Macclesfield Recreation Grounds is heavily forested around the perimeter and is extensively improved with sporting facilities including tennis, netball and football.
2-8 Davies Street, Macclesfield
PO Box 112 Macclesfield SA 5153
- Oval including cricket pitch
- Netball courts
- Tennis courts
- ANZAC Memorial Gardens
- BMX track
- Macclesfield Men's Shed
- Kidman Trail - trailhead
- Clubrooms
walking trails
Day Paddock Park
The Day Paddock Park is a conservation reserve with a walking trail which contains prolific wildflowers including a variety of native orchids in spring.
- Native Bushland
- Trees (urban forests)
- Walking trails
Night Paddock Park
Named from historic practice of agisting overnight, a milking cow or horse used for transport. Approx 5.5 ha in size.
Adelaide to Strathalbyn Road (Opposite the Oval Complex), Macclesfield
- Picnic tables
- Revegetation Restoration Rehabilitation site
- Walking trails
Stone Reserve
Natural bushland
- Horse Riding,
- Native Bushland,
- Walking trails
The Kidman Trail
A trail head for the Kidman Trail is located at the Macclesfield Recreation Ground. The trail is a 269 km multi-use trail for walkers, mountain biking and horse riding.
Kangowirrinilla Trail
40 km walking and cycling trail that forms a loop with the Heysen Trail click here to view map
more information
For more information on activities, events and groups in Macclesfield visit Macclesfieldsa.com
To find out how to connect with and get involved in this community, including sporting and community groups, visit SAcommunity, South Australia's community information directory.