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Recent articles from Darling Point
Choral Evensong is back at St Mark's
St Mark's is reviving its Choral Evensong services this year, with the first one on Sunday 21 June at 3pm. It's a proper traditional service using the 1662 Book of Common Prayer, lovely choir, about an hour. Good excuse to walk up Darling Point Road on a winter afternoon.
Weekend eventsFree three-week course at St Mark's starting May
St Mark's in Darling Point is running Hope Explored across three Thursday evenings in May and June — dinner included, no cost. It's a relaxed look at the big questions around hope, faith and what Jesus's life means for today. Good option if you've been curious but never quite found the right entry point.
Kids + familiesMonday mornings sorted for the 0-5 crowd
Music Time runs every Monday during school terms at St Mark's on Darling Point Road, 9:30 to 10:30am. Free musical play for kids under five, with coffee and snacks thrown in. Good one to know about if you're after a regular weekday anchor that isn't just the playground.
Weekend eventsOrgan Recital at St Mark's this May
St Mark's on Darling Point Road is hosting an organ recital on Sunday 31 May at 3pm. Sam Giddy, their Director of Music and recent winner of a major international organ competition, is performing. Proceeds go to the Scholarship Fund.
Property + DAsDarling Point harbour views sold at auction
A two-bedroom apartment in the boutique Norfolk House on Sutherland Crescent has sold at auction, offering sweeping views from Clark Island all the way to Manly Heads. The fourth-floor residence sits in a quiet cul-de-sac at the northern tip of Darling Point, with McKell Park and the ferry wharf just a short stroll away.
About Darling Point
Darling Point is a quiet harbourside suburb known for its prestigious apartment buildings, established gardens and proximity to the CBD via ferry from Darling Point Wharf.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Darling Point known for?
- Prestige harbourside apartments, established gardens and quiet residential streets overlooking Sydney Harbour. The Darling Point ferry wharf is one of the most convenient CBD connections in the Eastern Suburbs.
- How do I get to Darling Point from the city?
- The Darling Point ferry wharf provides a direct harbour service to Circular Quay, with the trip taking about 10–12 minutes. Buses also connect to Edgecliff Station and the CBD.
- What cafes and dining options are near Darling Point?
- Darling Point is primarily residential. Double Bay and Edgecliff are both a short walk away, with a wide range of cafes, restaurants and wine bars.