The Cryptic Clue Walking Tour of Surry Hills
A Historical Walking Tour with Amanda Hampson
Explore the old garment district with the author of The Cryptic Clue: A Tea Ladies Mystery, and true crime historian, Elliot Lindsay.
When Singer Sewing machines hummed in Surry Hills
On this not-so-typical walking tour, you will meander through alleys and winding lanes, exploring the colourful history of the Surry Hills garment district. Based on the research that inspired the best-selling novel series by Amanda Hampson, The Tea Ladies. You will discover the origins of the garment district, and how it operated. Furthermore, you will also investigate the gangs, criminals and crimes committed in the area when Surry Hills once buzzed with the sound of Singer sewing machines and when the Sydney retail scene was dominated by department stores.
The tour follows the Sydney Mechanics School of the Arts: Amanda Hampson in conversation with Catherine du Peloux Menagé in collaboration with BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival.
About the Tour
Jo Ward2023-09-17Awesome tour! Myself and a group of friends met with Elliot for the Crime Scenes and Secret Laneways of Surry Hills. Amazing ! Due to the fact that Elliot has so much knowledge about the area and you can tell he loves his job . All questions were answered and honestly we could have sat there all afternoon listening to the history of the area. Thanks Elliot I will definitely be booking one of your other tours.
Peter2023-09-10An interesting and enjoyable day with friends. Elliott's knowledge and enthusiasm is infections. The walk is easily doable and the tour is recommended to see and learn about parts of Sydney not normally considered by the tourist or Sydneysiders.
Bonnie Sykes2023-09-03One of the best, most thorough tours I've done in Sydney. Eliot was so knowledgeable and approachable, the walk was well paced (I've done some that are too fast) and the crime stories plus general knowledge he has are excellent. Old photos are so fascinating to see too. I would highly recommend his tour and would love to do one of his other ones in the future.
Joanne Campbell2023-09-03We loved this tour. As usual Eliott was fantastic. We learnt so much and had so much fun. I really recommend this to anyone who wants to know more about our city and is interested in crime. Thanks Jo
Carol Hyde2023-09-01Learnt so much from Elliot and you get caught up in his enthusiasm. Such an interesting tour and a great way to finish with lunch at the Dove & Olive Hotel for lunch. Go ahead and book and you will not be disappointed.
Deborah Dean2023-08-17An informative tour. Thanks Elliot for being a great tour guide. Myself and the ladies in my group had a really enjoyable time.
Rebecca Hall2023-08-15Tour guide Elliot has a real passion for the history and architecture of Sydney, which was projected on this tour. It was very interesting, informative and relaxed, would definitely reccomended and plan do another of his tours in future.
Natalie Bentley2023-08-15Enjoyed our Circular Quay/ Botanical Gardens walk thanks Elliot for the great morning.
Chris Harrison2023-08-14A very interesting and informative day. Elliott really knew his history and made the tour very enjoyable. Would recommend to friends. Thank you.
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