The grounds of Duntroon

Explore and enjoy the beautiful grounds at Duntroon.

Duntroon House Gardens

Duntroon's heritage listed Gardens were laid out in George Campbell's time. It is said that he planted a tree from every country that he visited. There is a maze in the gardens copied from Hampton Court, England. Have a wander in the Maze or sit in the Pergola and view the impressive long Hawthorn hedge that has been in existence since the 1870s.

Mount Pleasant

One of the three dominating features of Canberra, Mount Pleasant affords a fantastic view not just of Duntroon, but Canberra as well. On top of the feature you be able to gaze in all directions and enjoy one of the best view points in Canberra within a twenty minute walk from Duntroon. Additionally, you will find a couple of historic monuments courtesy of the Royal Australian Artillery Association.

Changi Chapel

“The Chapel is in a tranquil, shady grove of gum trees. The landscape is intended to symbolise the original Changi site. It is a serene but sombre place that invites all who pass by to pause in silent contemplation; to reflect on the hardships and sufferings that these men and women endured. It is a simple structure, but a splendid reminder of the enduring features of men and women - faith, hope and love - which sustains them, particularly in times of adversity.” Quote taken from M. Tumarkin, ABC Radio National, 27 July 2003.

Duntroon Chapel

The ANZAC Memorial Chapel of St Paul is a unique Chapel, with two separate Chapels in the one building; a Catholic Chapel and a Combined Anglican and Protestant Denominations Chapel. Church Services run weekly with timings up on the Notice Board on the left hand side of the entrance steps. All members and their families are welcome to attend the services and also to simply walk through and view the laid up colours of the Royal Military College.

Starkey Memorial Park

This site commemorates the Officer Cadet School Portsea Graduates who have died on War Service. This was re-erected on 21 June 2001 at Duntroon after Portsea's closure in 1985. The Park provides a beautiful and serene environment to reflect on those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Parade Ground

After a battle, when retreat was sounded and the unit has reassembled to call the roll and count the dead, a hollow square was formed. The dead were placed within the square and no-one used the area as a thoroughfare. Today, the parade ground represents this square and hence, a unit’s dead. It is deemed to be hallowed ground, soaked with the blood of our fallen and the area is respected as such by all. The Royal Military College, Duntroon parade ground is a sacred place for all Staff Cadets, staff and graduates.