Malcolm Pearson 90, Dick Barnett 93, Colin McLeod 80, and Paul Willan 80 have shown a long commitment to Orton Bradley Park and its history. Photo: SuppliedA restored 19th-century waterwheel – along with a group of hardy volunteers – is driving interest in Orton Bradley Park in Charteris Bay. Supported by a Christchurch City Council heritage incentive grant, the ongoing maintenance of the rare waterwheel and old stables continues to help draw people to the site. City council head of urban regeneration, design and heritage Carolyn Ingles said that the waterwheel and stables are very worthy of the city’s support. Orton Bradley Park is home to the oldest stone building in Canterbury, the Stone Cottage.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 27, 2020 23:03 UTC