Location and Attractions

The SevaLight Retreat Centre for Self-Realization, Pure Meditation, Healing & Counselling is situated in the historic village of Rydal.  This tranquil Centre is set amongst beautiful gardens and surrounded by rolling hills and bush land with easy access to the world heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park and the Wollemi National Park.  The local area has much to offer including the picturesque Lake Lyell where swimming and boating can be enjoyed.  There are also many historic sites well worth a visit or simply browse the antique stores and shops of the mountain villages.  The bushwalking and cycling trails surrounding Rydal village provide a wonderful way to enjoy the wildlife and scenery with kangaroos being a common sight.

Nestled on the western ramparts of the Blue Mountains, Rydal is set in a lovely valley surrounded by rolling countryside.  It remains a quintessential rural village with its invigorating climate and fresh air.  Thousands of daffodils have been planted in the parks and gardens of Rydal which is named after the English village of Rydal, home for many years of the poet William Wordsworth, famous for his poem "The Daffodils".  The Daffodils at Rydal Festival is celebrated during the 2nd and 3rd weekends of September each year and is a colorful spectacular well worth a visit.

There are many historic unique buildings and sites of interest in Rydal and the surrounding areas from its rich history as a changing post for the Cobb & Co.  A heritage walk with listed places of interest has been complied for Rydal and creates a pleasant and enjoyable stroll through and around the village.