Celebrate Connections to our Heritage at Bella Vista Farm

Sunday 5th May 2024 is an auspicious day for Bella Vista Farm. It is Heritage Open Day with the theme Connections.

In 1842, when William Thomas Pearce purchased around 200 hectares from Isabella Acres, Bella Vista Farm’s construction began. Today, with a connection to one of our volunteers, Mark Pearce, a direct descendent of William Thomas Pearce, we see the well-preserved building standing proudly overlooking Seven Hills and far beyond. Even though there are bustling suburbs now surrounding the property, the farmhouse still maintains its grace and historical identity.

Meet our volunteers dressed in heritage costume; take an informative tour through the house and outbuildings and hear about the early settlers; enjoy the famous Devonshire Teas in a peaceful garden setting; be entertained by serene music performed by members of the Hills Shire Symphony Orchestra and Hills Harmony Chorus.

The Trash and Treasure Stall has become a huge drawcard at the farm, with all sorts of goodies to discover, including gardening tools along with a plant stall adjacent to the tantalizing sausage sizzle/onions stall – who can resist?

Meet our sheep – see their wool being spun. There are displays of beautiful linen, lace and chinaware in the house. Children are not forgotten with lots of fun and games, some dating back to the 19th century.

There is so much to see and enjoy, we know you will have a fascinating day and come away with more knowledge about the early days of Australian farm life.

When: Sunday, 5th May – 9.00am – 3.00pm
Where: Corner of Norwest Boulevard and Elizabeth Macarthur Drive, Bella Vista.
Free Parking is provided.

If you can’t make our next Open Day, our farmhouse is open the first Sunday of each month from 9.00am – 2.00pm. You will always receive a warm welcome. Check on the Hills Shire Council website for more details – www.thehills.nsw.gov.au