Winnaynee Reserve Horseshoe Inn

Winnaynee Reserve Horseshoe Inn

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Posted 2022-06-02 by Bevfollow


Located along the Paringa Parade side of the Old Noarlunga Onkaparinga River is a quiet, lovely park called Winnaynee Reserve Horseshoe Inn. This park has been developed to commemorate the Kaurna and European history, and recognises its special link with the Onkaparinga River. It was created as a place of reflection and the residents of Old Noarlunga, the children of Old Noarlunga School, and the Aboriginal representatives of the Kaurna people all contributed to its design.





The park was once the site of the Horseshoe Inn that operated from 1840 to 1889. It was then renamed the Horseshoe Hotel from May 1889. On New Year's eve in 1987, the building was sadly destroyed by fire.



Materials, salvaged from the ruins of the building are on display in the park. You can see red-orange bricks as pavers, large burnt timbers, fire blackened concrete and walls with limestone rocks.





At the back of the Reserve is a waviform panel telling the history of the Inn, the Kaurna people and information on the park today. The Horsehoe Inn was so called due to the fact that it is on the horseshoe bend of the Onkaparinga River.



On the lawns in the park are sculptures of ornate coloured fish. There are also picnic areas under shade. There are interesting walking trails along the river and a suspension bridge to cross to the other side.



Next time, you are in Old Noarlunga, be sure to visit this special reserve.

Across from the park is the town's popular Market Square, which features a memorial to Princess Diana.





The township of Old Noarlunga , in the Fleurieu Coast, is approximately 31kms south of Adelaide. It still retains its old village charm and is a very delightful place to visit for a day trip.

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