Another fine, sunny day so off we travelled down to Eden. Wow - what a breathtaking view from the Lookout over Twofold Bay. Looking south to the southern side lies Boyds Tower and the wood chip mill. Boyds Tower is only a small part of Eden's history which abounds with the traditions of the sea and New South Wales whaling industry. The Eden Killer Whale Museum houses the skeletal remains of legendary "Old Tom", a killer whale that reputedly guided whalers to their prey. The museum tells of Eden's whaling, Aboriginal, timber and fishing histories.
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| The fishing industry still remains today at Eden |
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| This is only one of seven mosaic's telling the history over the years that surround Eden. |
Talking to other "Grey Nomads" up at the outlook, they pointed out the Seahorse Inn across Twofold Bay at Boydtown, so after calling into the Information Centre and getting more travel information for our Victoria ventures, we took a look at Boydtown before getting back to watch the Anzac league test. Noticed the unfinished church high on the hill and the delightful Inn on the shores of the Bay. This is the site of Ben Boyd's 1840s whaling town. Since 1843 the Scottish entrepreneur's legacies to Eden lie in the National Parks north and south along the coast from Eden.
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| The lovely Seahorse Inn where one can get the best "fish and chips" meal. |
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