NORTH LODGE 

Home of the Friends is a 1866 cottage by the Friends Gate. It provides a welcoming place for Friends members and the public entering from Plane Tree Drive. Staffed by enthusiastic volunteers who are all members of the Friends.

North Lodge is open to members and the public every day, except Monday, 11am - 2pm.

Enter and enjoy: 

• . Comprehensive botanical and gardening library
• . Changing display of original botanical art, photography and gift cards for sale 
• . History of previous staff who lived in the cottage
• . Souvenirs, plants, books, cards, craft for sale Eftpos available 
• . Interesting special displays and exhibitions

 

Activities for members 

• . Mahjong Mondays 1000- 1300
• . Book clubs 1st and 3rd Mondays 1330- 1500
• . Busy Hands craft days 
• . Winter Board Game Days 
• . Special Sale Days 

Members are invited to join the volunteer roster to be a welcoming face to the public and also to join the North Lodge management team.