Dare to uncover the darker side of history on the Friends of Rookwood’s infamous Murder and Mayhem Tour. Step into the shadows as you explore chilling tales of hangings, robbery, grisly murders, and tragic misadventures. Learn of fearless individuals who lost their lives in the line of duty, and hear spine-tingling stories of the Blue Mountains murders, the notorious Mount Rennie case, and ill-fated fishermen caught in treacherous storms.
This walking tour is hosted by Friends of Rookwood.
Important Information:
- Enter from East Street entrance, arrive at St Michael's Chapel off William Drive at 9:30am for a 10am start.
- This is a walking tour
- Bookings recommended— this is a paid event with proceeds raised by the Friends of Rookwood going towards restoration projects within the cemetery.
- Please wear enclosed walking shoes, and bring sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water-bottle.
- Please dress for the weather including sun, wind or rain.
- If you need to cancel your ticket, please do that through the website or email friends_of_rookwood@hotmail.com
Disclaimers:
- Photos may be taken on the day. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please kindly inform the staff on site.
- All ticket proceeds from this walking tour go directly to Friends of Rookwood to support their ongoing restoration and preservation projects within Rookwood.