tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2018-11-20T12:56:24+08:00 Peatix All things Bukit Brown tag:peatix.com,2014:event-63971 2014-12-27T09:00:00SGT 2014-12-27T09:00:00SGT

Join the Brownies for the last guided walk of 2014, as they look back at their journey and share their collection of individual stories and experiences at their favourite tombs: stories of women breaking the glass ceiling, of great sacrifices and humble deeds, experiences of the joy of discovery and connecting the living to the dead. It is also our thank you tour for the community who have supported us all the way through this ongoing journey which began in 2011, of bringing our collective past and history into the present. We look to you to continue to grow and spread the word of Bukit Brown a Living Museum, Heritage Habitat History. Bukit Brown Advocate Organisation of the Year 2014http://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=9425Bukit Brown on the World Monuments Fund Watch Listhttp://bukitbrown.com/main/?page_id=7930[cover photo by: Zhi Hao]We guide rain, shine or exhumations"===========================================Please bring umbrella or poncho and sun protection.Please wear covered footwear.Please bring mosquito repellent.---------------------------------------------------------------------------Meeting place: At the Lor Halwa Main gatesMeeting time: 9.00amFor first time visitors, see below for some important things to note.===========================================For information on how to get there and handy tips please visithttp://bukitbrown.com/main/?p=1347Disclaimer: By agreeing to take this walking tour of Bukit Brown Cemetery, I understand and accept that I must be physically fit and able to do so.To the extent permissible by law, I agree to assume any and all risk of injury or bodily harm to myself and persons in my care (including child or ward)Registration:Our weekend public tours are FREE ...Optimally the group size is 30 participants (15 individuals/guide).Please click 'Join' on the FB event page to let us know you are coming, how many pax are turning up, or just meet us at the starting point. We meet there rain or shine.========================================Bukit Brown:The Bukit Brown area is about 233 hectares in extent, bordered by Lornie Road, Thomson Road and the Pan-Island Expressway. It lies just to the south of the Central Catchment Forest, being separated from it by Lornie Road and includes Singapore's only Chinese Municipal Cemetery. With more than 100,000 graves, Bukit Brown is also one of the largest Chinese cemeteries outside of China.Don’t forget to bask in the peaceful surrounds, and also chat with your guides and make friends with other participants. We are amateurs and volunteers, but we are passionate and serious about what we do at Bukit Brown, and we encourage sharing of knowledge.Here is a map of the grounds:http://bukitbrown.com/main/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/API.BBC_.Map_.ver3_4.jpg========================================Please take note:1. We will be walking mainly on paved roads. But there are hill treks so dress appropriately, especially your footwear.2. Wear light breathable clothing. Long pants and long sleeves if you are prone to insect bites or sunburn. Bring sunblock and natural insect repellent.3. Wear comfortable non-slip shoes as safety is important. Walking sticks are recommended.4. Do read up on Bukit Brown before going so you have a better understanding of the place (e.g. BukitBrown.com)5. Do bring water, light snacks, poncho/umbrella, sunhat and waterproof your electronics.6. Please go to the toilet before coming. There are NO facilities anywhere there or nearby.=========================================How to get there by MRT / Bus:Bus services available: 52, 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855.From North: Go to Marymount MRT and walk to bus-stop #53019 along Upper Thomson Road. Take Buses 52, 74, 165, 852, 855Alight 6 stops later at bus-stop, #41149, opposite Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Walk towards Sime Road in the direction of Kheam Hock Road until you see Lorong Halwa.From South: Go to Botanic Gardens MRT and walk to bus-stop #41121 at Adam Road, in front of Singapore Bible College. Take Buses 74, 93, 157, 165, 852, 855. Alight 2 stops later at bus-stop, #41141, just before Singapore Island Country Club (SICC), Adam Road. Cross the bridge, walk towards Sime Road, follow the road until you see Lorong Halwa.By car:Turn in from Lornie Road, to Sime Road. Then, turn left into Lorong Halwa.Parking space available along Lor Halwa and in the cemetery some distance after the cemetery gate