The cemetery located on the Great Western Highway, initially known as Western Road Cemetery, and also referred to as Mays Hill Cemetery, originated from two separate land grants in 1839 and 1849. These grants were initially intended as burial grounds for Presbyterians and Baptists. Over time, the cemetery expanded to include members of seven other religious denominations: Methodists, Congregationalists, Seventh-Day Adventists, Latter Day Saints, Salvation Army, and the Brethren. Following the closure of Saint John’s in central Parramatta, members of the Church of England were also interred at May’s Hill. The Presbyterian section of the cemetery holds the remains of many individuals of Scottish ancestry, notably including James Houison and numerous members of his family.
Mays Hill Cemetery is recognised as one of four significant historic cemeteries in the Western Sydney region. It is the final resting place for numerous well-known local pioneering families.

The former Goodlet and Smith Brickworks site in Western Sydney is historically significant as the region’s first mechanised brick plant and one of NSW’s earliest. Operated by Goodlet and Smith (1884-1955), it was also a major local employer. Today, the site is a mixed-use precinct with medium-density housing in the east and the large community recreational space of Holroyd Gardens to the west.
Holroyd Gardens features footpaths, shelters, a carpark, play equipment, a rotunda, and a man-made lake. Importantly, the park preserves remnants of the former brickworks, including Hoffman kilns, down draught kilns, chimney stacks, and brickmaking machinery.

Merrylands, offers a vibrant culinary scene, particularly along Main Lane, the Eat Street pedestrian-only laneway and extending to Merrylands Road, McFarlane Street, and Stockland Shopping Centre. This area is a haven for authentic Afghan and Arabic cuisine, providing an unforgettable dining experience. Immerse yourself in the delicious world of Afghan flavours with dishes like Mantu (steamed dumplings) and the aromatic Kabuli pulao (spiced rice with lamb and raisins), complemented by warm, freshly baked Naan. Alongside these, savour the popular Arabic offerings such as Shawarma, Falafel, and Hummus. The enticing blend of aromatic spices, tender meats, and fresh ingredients will transport your taste buds to the heart of the Middle East and Afghanistan.

Linnwood is a historic house set on 5 hectares of ground at Guildford in the Western Suburbs of Sydney. The house was built in 1891 by George McCredie, a prominent businessman of the day, Mayor of Prospect & Sherwood, and Independent member for the State seat of Central Cumberland, an independent free trader, and an advocate of female suffrage.
Experience the elegance of Linnwood House, a beautiful heritage-listed estate in the heart of Western Sydney. This charming 19th-century mansion offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its stunning architecture, lush gardens, and captivating history. Wander through the meticulously restored rooms, enjoy the picturesque grounds, and discover the fascinating stories of the people who once lived here.

The Boothtown Aqueduct, a heritage-listed 19th-century water bridge built in the Victorian Romanesque style, is located in Greystanes, though you would be forgiven to think you were in Europe. Constructed in 1888 as part of the Upper Nepean Scheme, the aqueduct was designed to carry water from the newly established Prospect Reservoir to the Potts Hill reservoir, supplying residents of Greater Western Sydney.
At the time of its construction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this impressive structure within the Lower Prospect Canal Reserve was the longest continuous concrete work of its kind in Australia. Its historical significance was formally recognised in November 1991 with its listing on the New South Wales Heritage Database.
Visitors can explore the historic Boothtown Aqueduct by entering the pathway or trail at the end of Taylor Street in Greystanes.

Prospect Reservoir serves as an off-line storage reservoir, supplementing inflows from the Warragamba Pipeline and Upper Canal, to the Filtration Plant to manage daily demand fluctuations. Constructed between 1880 and 1888, as Australia’s first earth fill embankment dam.
The Prospect History Cottage, showcases the local history through exhibits compiled by volunteers. Inside, visitors can see remnants from William Lawson’s former residence, Veteran Hall, alongside historical accounts and images of his son Nelson Lawson’s Greystanes estate and the construction of the Prospect Reservoir. The museum also features a collection of vintage photographs and early maps of the region. Note The Prospect History Cottage is open on the second and fourth Sundays of each month, from 11am to 3pm.