Stony Batter - Visit

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Stony Batter Gun Emplacement

SITE TO VISIT
Stony Batter
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Ethnicity: European
Site type: Coastal defences
Where: Eastern end of Waiheke Island.
How to get there: Ferry from downtown Auckland. You can hire cars and bikes on the island or use the many taxis and shuttle services.
How Long to allow: How long to allow: 2 hours.
Disclaimer

<googlemap lat="-36.762765" lon="175.173826" zoom="16"> -36.762632, 175.172769, Gun emplacement -36.762275, 175.174974, Gun emplacement -36.762756, 175.176272, Gun Emplacement </googlemap>

An emplacement.


What:

World War II gun emplacements and magazines. A torch is desirable.

What else to do there:

Great views over the gulf, wineries (the island is known for its reds), craft shops.

Web info:

http://www.doc.govt.nz/templates/page.aspx?id=34076