Swain Gardens Open Day

Discover this hidden treasure and enjoy spring flowers, sheltered walks, live music and see recent improvements. Swain Gardens is an outstanding example of an extensive garden and is listed as a significant local heritage item. The Gardens are the creation of the prominent Sydney Bookseller Arthur Newling (Mick) Swain. In 1960s Mr Swain discovered that approximately 8.5 acres of land adjoining his home had been sold to a developer. To save the area he purchased the entire development.