The grounds of the Original Gold Rush Colony are a perfect place to watch the movement of the celestial bodies on a clear night. Re-capture your childhood and lie on your back on the grass paddock and dream about astral travel, or watch the stars and moon come into focus.

We can't guarantee there will be no clouds, but we do recommend you look up and re-discover the brightness of the stars without the city smog. A free, fun holiday activity for all ages.

These photographs were taken in the Colony grounds during the lunar eclipse of 2007.