Frequently Asked Questions

On most mornings we have an early fog which rises to reveal the mystical Brigadoon. In fact, we have only had a few occasions in the last ten years when we have had early light rain – the day brightened to pour sunshine on the Highland Gathering.

Check the local weather http://www.accuweather.com/en/au/bundanoon/12887/weather-forecast/12887

Check this link: https://goo.gl/maps/he4Xo4YPXf12

Find accommodation in picturesque Bundanoon and the surrounding Wingecarribee Shire region call Destination Southern Highlands Visitor Information on Free Call 1300 657 559

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Yes – ATM service is located just inside the main entrance

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YES, there is parking and disabled parking (see map below)

It is recommended that you arrive early, as we are unable to reserve parking even for holders of disabled parking tickets and spaces are allocated on a first come basis.

Brigadoon 3rd August 2024

Assisted/Disabled Parking

Changed road conditions are in place from 6.30am to approximately 5.00pm.

This means Erith St from the corner of Ellsmore Rd, heading towards Exeter, will be one way during this time. There is a 40km/hr speed limit in this area on the day.

Those who hold assisted or disabled parking permits, which MUST be within sight in the windscreen, will be allowed through the road blocks to drop off passengers just past the sandstone gates at Bundanoon Oval, where there is an entrance to the event. This area will be manned by RFS volunteers to provide guidance.

Once passengers are off-loaded, ALL cars should then proceed approximately 100metres to Idolwood Ridge, on the left, where you will be able to park your car for the day. RFS personnel will also be in this area to provide guidance on where you can and cannot park.

For those who are driving themselves, proceed directly to Idolwood Ridge and park and there will be an RFS ATV(All Terrain Vehicle) that will drive you back to the sandstone gates for entry into event.

Please be courteous about where you park so as not to park on grass verges and block home owners’ driveways, as this will allow us the best chance to make this a permanent arrangement.

2024 Assisted Disabled Parking Map

YOU MUST HAVE YOUR NSW DISABLED PERMIT VISIBLE OTHERWISE YOU WILL BE REFUSED ENTRY

Generally speaking the use of Wheel Chairs is entirely up to the individual and or carer, the ground is uneven and could be difficult to negotiate

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Jordan’s crossing directly behind the Oval

CHECK MAP LINK BELOW FOR ROUTES AND PARKING

Brigadoon Parking and Route map

Car park opens from 6.30am.

Just follow the Parking signs (P) through the village.

Parking is situated at Jordan’s Crossing which is directly behind the main oval.

In the unlikely event of the car park being closed due to weather conditions you will be advised on entry into Bundanoon of alternative parking locations

IF YOU HAPPEN TO PARK IN THE SIDE STREETS OF BUNDANOON YOU CAN ALWAYS WALK BACK TO RAILWAY AVENUE AND PICK UP THE COURTESY BUS (see below)

On the Bundanoon Oval on Erith Street, check out:  https://goo.gl/maps/he4Xo4YPXf12

Approximately 1 kilometre

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2024 Brigadoon Bus Pickup Points – Print Preview.pdf.1

Yes, there are several courtesy buses which travel ALL DAY from the village to the oval, they start usually around 7.30am and provide a constant service until 5pm

Dogs are permitted, however the following must be adhered to at all times:

• Dogs must be kept on a short Leash and under control of an Adult at all times
• Dogs are NOT permitted near any Food Stalls
• It is the responsibility of the Owner/Carer to ensure that they clean up any mess after the dog and it is disposed of properly.
• Dogs are NOT permitted near or on the Sand Pit in the Children’s play area.
• Should owners fail to abide by these regulations they may be asked to leave the grounds.

AS THERE ARE A GREAT NUMBER OF DOGS AT BRIGADOON, OWNERS ARE REMINDED IT IS THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTROL THEIR PET

There is very limited seating. We suggest that you bring your own seating or blankets.

YES, However the sides and back must not be in place to allow people to view the oval

The best meeting point is at “Fergie” which is our logo and is positioned over the cricket nets to the North of the oval.

There are coloured flags around the oval on the perimeter light poles that can also be used as a meeting place they too have “Fergie’ on them

• Green Flag to the North
• Red Flag to the East
• Orange Flag to the South
• Blue Flag to the West

Yes, The Girl Guides have a tent just inside the main entrance to the Oval

CHECK PDF: Lost Persons

Normally around 45 minutes

Parade starts junction Amy & Erith Streets and goes to Oval.

CHECK PDF: Street parade start point

Gates open from 6.30am

Coaches and buses park on Erith Street just past the Sandstone gates.

COACH ROUTE & PARKING: Information details

2024 COACH ROUTE

CHECK PDF: Coach Parking

Once Coaches debus their passengers they park on Erith Street, on the left just past the Sandstone Gates

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION: 2024 COACH ROUTE

Yes, we have over 30 different food stalls on site; check out our Programme for a list of Stalls

WATER – PLEASE NOTE: The Bundanoon Highland Gathering fully supports the “Bundy on Tap” proposal for stopping the sale of bottled water in Bundanoon, and therefore there will be NO bottled water for sale at the gathering.

WATER STATIONS ARE LOCATED AT THE FOLLOWING POINTS:

1. NEXT TO THE STAGE
2. REAR OF THE CRICKET NETS
3. ON THE EASTERN SIDE OF THE OVAL NEXT TO THE TRACK

Water Bottles will be available for sale at the Village or the Gathering

There are FREE water stations in town and facilities at the oval to fill reusable water bottles.

Either bring you own Water bottle or purchase a Bundy on Tap bottle in the Village or a reusable water bottle at the oval.

There are No Official Caravan Parks in Bundanoon, however, the Southern Highlands Carriage Club  have made their grounds in Bundanoon available for Council Approved Camping, for Tents, Caravans and Motor Home and unpowered camping

Location: Camping location

Facilities available are: town water, toilets and hot showers.

No fires allowed.

36  powered sites. POA.

Bookings are essential –

Phone: Yvonne 0497 603 424 

Email: woodsies2@bigpond.com.

The distance from the grounds to the Brigadoon parking area is approximately 1.5 kms.

Brigadoon will organise a courtesy bus service from the club grounds to the Brigadoon Gathering.

A designated bus will pick up from Quarry Road

Pick up at 8:00amand again at 8.30am

Passengers must be waiting to get on board at these times.

Drop off at the Railway station

Return to Quarry Road;

Pick up from outside the Sandstone Gates at the Oval at 4.30pm and again at 4.45 pm

No further trips will be considered 

Official Caravan Parking Sites are at:-

• Moss Vale (02) 4868 1099
• Mittagong (02) 4871 1574

Media Passes are obtained from the Publicity Officer in advance. publicity.brigadoon@gmail.com

There are Three (3) locations at the oval. Bands play at irregular intervals, for further information all details are contained in the programme which is sold at the gathering on the day.

There are sufficient Port-a-Loos situated all around the ground. Specifically the concrete toilet block is for use by “Ladies Only”.

Disabled toilets are available and are clearly signposted

OFFICIAL BRIGADOON PHOTOGRAPHERS.

ALL wear an ORANGE FLURO VEST with “BRIGADOON MEDIA” PRINTED ON THE BACK.

These photographers are the only legitimate approved photographers.

IT YOU DO NOT WISH TO HAVE YOUR PHOTOGRAPH TAKEN PLEASE INFORM THEM AS ALL PHOTOGRAPHS ARE SUBMITTED TO BRIGADOON AND USED TO PROMOTE THE GATHERING.