The Berrima Quarter

The Berrima Quarter is a proposed adaptive reuse project to transform the now disused former Berrima Correctional Centre (opening in 1839 as the Berrima Gaol) into a lively community hub providing experiences for indoor/outdoor dining, care for the body & soul, a place to unwind, boutique accommodation and a place to gather with friends. The Berrima Quarter will  celebrate the heritage and history of the former Berrima Gaol site and will ensure the care and upkeep of the significant heritage elements of the site are maintained in perpetuity for generations to come.

The sale of the site in 2022 by the NSW state government heralded the next phase in the ever adapting and evolving purpose of the facility. Local Developers Blue Sox Group were the successful tenderers for the purchase of the site with the sale being completed in February 2023. Plans are now under way to reimagine the next future use in the life of the gaol. We are honoured by the opportunity presented to be the next custodian of the site, and to bring to the people of Berrima and the Southern Highlands a new and exciting place that can benefit the whole community whilst embracing and conserving the rich history and character of the site.

Design Concept is now available for viewing

Let us know what you think. Please access the community survey from the Design Concept page above. The survey is open from 22 February to 19 March, 2025.

With the level of interest in the project we have developed this web site as a hub to share all the latest information about the project and to enable the community to send us feedback, ideas or any comments you have about the project. You can also sign up to our mailing list to receive project updates from time to time directly to your inbox. We look forward to hearing from you and taking this journey together.