The Towns of Wollondilly : Picton
The administrative centre of Wollondilly Shire is reached in an easy 90 minute drive from Sydney or by train.
The Imperial Hotel, Picton
Originally known as Stonequarry, the first land grant was to Major Henry Colden Antill. The name Picton comes from Sir Thomas Picton 1758 - 1815. Sir Thomas died one of Britain's most illustrious generals. Many places were named after him including Canada, England, New Zealand and Western Australia. A mountain in Tasmania was also named Mount Picton after Sir Thomas.
The government proclaimed Picton Village on October 10, 1845.
Picton thrives on its past with many historic buildings in the town and surrounding areas. Its rail heritage is particularly significant and is symbolised by a unique and splendid railway viaduct still in use on the main southern line as well as the Redbank Range Tunnel, fondly known by locals as the Mushroom Tunnel.
The Picton Historic Walking Tour Brochure highlights the town's heritage buildings and built infrastructure. The brochure is free and available from the Wollondilly Visitor Information Centre.
Height above sea level: 200 Metres
Doing business in Picton?
Contact Picton Chamber of Commerce on 0414 467 377
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