Frequently Asked Questions

Getting here

Where are you located?

We are located at the Eastern end of St. Helier’s street in Abbotsford. From the end of the Street, continue about 60 meters down the pedestrian path. Farm entry is through the corrugated iron reception building– Google Maps.

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Where can I park?

Parking is available in the Abbotsford Convent car park just 100 meters from the Farm. Half a day’s parking runs between about $12 and $14, card payment only. For further info and support contact the Convent at (03) 9415 3600.

Are there public transport options?

The nearest train stop is Victoria Park Station, about a kilometer walk.

• Exit the station and head 700m East on Johnston street before making a right turn onto Clarke street - you may wish to use the pedestrian overpass at the corner of Clarke street, as Johnston street traffic can be busy!

• Take your first left on Clarke street and proceed 230m to the end of St. Helier’s, and another 50m down the pedestrian path.

The nearest pair of bus stops is Clarke St. /Johnson St and Trenerry Cres/Johnston St

• Walk 40m East on Johnston street before making a right turn onto Clarke street - you may wish to use the pedestrian overpass at the corner of Clarke street, as Johnston street traffic can be busy!

• Take your first left on Clarke street and proceed 230m to the end of St. Helier’s, and another 50m down the pedestrian path.

My ticket says 9:30 am. Do I have to turn up at 9:30?

We open to the public at 9:30 am, but you’re welcome to arrive any time from then on.

• If you want to take part in our public activities, we recommend arriving on the earlier side. These begin at 10:00am and tend to be clustered toward the first half of the day, especially on school days.