New Zealand Old Concrete Factory ruins, Warkworth
The first portland cement manufacturing works in the southern hemisphere, Wilson's Cement Company, was established near the town in 1884, eventually closing entirely in 1929. The ruins remain and the mine is now a popular local freshwater swimming hole.
Photography Tips
Getting the reflection. The drone is the best way to see the ruins as it is overgrown and surrounded by a fence.
Travel Information
A few min's drive from Warkworth and a popular swimming spot. It is located about 1 hour north of Auckland.
Spot Type
Drone
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Summer
Sunrise & Sunset
06:10 - 19:59
| current local time: 02:54
Photo Themes
clouds
factory
ruins
Trees
Water Reflections
Locations
Warkworth
Mahurangi River
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