Getting to Fort Scratchley

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Fort Scratchley is an accessible venue close to accommodation, public transport and Newcastle's stunning beaches and ocean baths. It is located within walking distance of key attractions and shopping precincts.

Using Light Rail

It is only a nine minute (700m) walk from the nearest light rail stop at Pacific Park in Newcastle East.

Find out more about using the light rail network including timetables.

By car

It is only a five minute drive (1.9km) from Civic Park in the heart of the city.

There is parking on site at Fort Scratchley as well as special event parking that is available as part of your venue hire booking.

Find out more about parking in Newcastle.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.