Labrador Nature Reserve
Labrador Nature Reserve
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Explore the rocky cliff-side vegetation and enjoy the panoramic views of the sea at Labrador Nature Reserve. This park is an oasis of calm and a tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Davidjellis
Lowestoft, UK9,473 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
I had a spare few hours on a recent cruise ship visit to Singapore and saw this place on the map, read a few reviews and decided to walk here and check it out - I was really pleased I did as it turned out to be a very peaceful and pretty walk amongst local nature with very few people around.
I walked here from Harbourfront along the Telok Blangah road to the Labrador Park MRT station and then took the Berlayer Creek Boardwalk route through to the waterfront. It was so peaceful with just the noise of the cicadas and birds and I also had a close encounter with a monitor lizard who sat on the boardwalk on my journey into the park. At the waterfront I headed first along the new Bukit Chermin Boardwalk towards Keppel Bay and the impressive Reflections condominions. After a short walk in that direction I headed back and then walked into Labrador Park, to the Dragons Teeth Gate and the Berlayer Beacon. I walked the path towards the playground and the jetty before heading into the hilly and wooden area that hides a number of wartime tributes, passing the Fourth Gun Position, the 1892 Storeroom and checked out the Gunners of Labrador Battery Tribute.
It was a really lovely way to spend a few hours and although I didn't see too much wildlife (apart from the monitor lizard and plenty of chickens) it was so peaceful and there was just nobody around. A perfect break away from the hustle and bustle of the city itself.
I walked here from Harbourfront along the Telok Blangah road to the Labrador Park MRT station and then took the Berlayer Creek Boardwalk route through to the waterfront. It was so peaceful with just the noise of the cicadas and birds and I also had a close encounter with a monitor lizard who sat on the boardwalk on my journey into the park. At the waterfront I headed first along the new Bukit Chermin Boardwalk towards Keppel Bay and the impressive Reflections condominions. After a short walk in that direction I headed back and then walked into Labrador Park, to the Dragons Teeth Gate and the Berlayer Beacon. I walked the path towards the playground and the jetty before heading into the hilly and wooden area that hides a number of wartime tributes, passing the Fourth Gun Position, the 1892 Storeroom and checked out the Gunners of Labrador Battery Tribute.
It was a really lovely way to spend a few hours and although I didn't see too much wildlife (apart from the monitor lizard and plenty of chickens) it was so peaceful and there was just nobody around. A perfect break away from the hustle and bustle of the city itself.
Written 28 January 2024
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SOH KIEN PENG
Singapore, Singapore9,283 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
I wandered my way here to explore the historical military site of Fort Pasir Panjang. It is located on the coastal cliff near to the car park B. I entered the nature reserve via the Berlayer Creek mangrove trail. The environment was peaceful and calm. At the look-out point, I sat down to appreciate the sapphire sea water that came in to nourish the mangrove roots. The heavy buzzing of the cicada sound like little alarm welcoming me to the rustic greenery on both sides of the board walk.
It was breezy taking the coastal walk to the park and I like to hear the rhematic splashing of the sea water against the rocky bank. From the jetty, I walked my way to the fort area. As I walked up the slope, I saw the site where the British erected the gunnery and the artillery to prevent a naval attack at the southern harbor. The British constructed the most impregnable fortress to guard against intrusions but during the Second World War, the Japanese attacked Singapore from the northern coast instead of the southern coast. The defense strategy did not work, and Singapore lost to the Japanese within a week of fighting.
This part of the nature reserve is rather quiet and covered by dense vegetation. I took about an hour to roam around and walked my way to the top and then back to the park. I took the same way out by taking a return walk along the Berlayer Creek.
While walking home, I pondered: would Singapore has fallen if the Japanese would attack from the south instead of from the north?
It was breezy taking the coastal walk to the park and I like to hear the rhematic splashing of the sea water against the rocky bank. From the jetty, I walked my way to the fort area. As I walked up the slope, I saw the site where the British erected the gunnery and the artillery to prevent a naval attack at the southern harbor. The British constructed the most impregnable fortress to guard against intrusions but during the Second World War, the Japanese attacked Singapore from the northern coast instead of the southern coast. The defense strategy did not work, and Singapore lost to the Japanese within a week of fighting.
This part of the nature reserve is rather quiet and covered by dense vegetation. I took about an hour to roam around and walked my way to the top and then back to the park. I took the same way out by taking a return walk along the Berlayer Creek.
While walking home, I pondered: would Singapore has fallen if the Japanese would attack from the south instead of from the north?
Written 12 November 2023
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Wensi L
Singapore, Singapore216 contributions
Sept 2021
First time taking a train to Labrador MRT station and walking to Labrador Nature reserve. Was surprised that there is a well shaded boardwalk leading all the way to the edge of the park. At low tide, the mangroves can be seen as one walks through the passage of trees. It can get quite hot as you walk along the sea as there are no trees to provide shade. However, a few hundred metres in at the start of upslope portion, the trees provide good cover and one can see the concrete structures from colonial singapore. Would be nice to go in the evening or early mornings to enjoy the sea breeze and walk along the coast.
Written 19 September 2021
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NanaSPI
Singapore, Singapore169 contributions
July 2015 • Friends
Labrador Park (also known as Fort Pasir Panjang during the colonial times or Batu Berlaya) is one of the war relics that is still in existence today. It was built in the 19th century by the British to protect Singapore's waters (more specifically Keppel Harbour in this case). In 1864, a fort complex with concrete bunkers, underground tunnels and gun batteries were built and embedded on this coastal cliffside. The structure was completed in 1878. The Labrador battery was further upgraded in 1938 with the expectation that a war was coming.
On top of Batu Berlayar, one can still see the remains of the battery. The place is not easily accessible as it is on top of a rather steep slope. However, after a little efforts, one can still get up. The slope is right next to the larger structure of the Long Ya Men (龙牙门) or Dragon’s Teeth Gate. The local Malays named the rocks as Batu Berlayar (“Sailing Rock”) while the British sailors called them Lot’s Wife, referring to the wife of Abraham’s nephew in the bible, who was turned into a statue of salt when she looked back at the destruction of sinful city Sodom.
Nonetheless, we took a night visit to the Labrador battery. After a quick climb up the steep slope, we were greeted with No.1 Emplacement. The graffiti on the wall tells me that this place had already been visited by many adventure seekers who chose not only to leave their footprints but vandalism as well.
Signs of wear and tear can be seen from the ceiling and pillars. Even though the war has taken a toll on the structure, I still consider it strong as it has been standing quietly for the past 100 over years looking over the waters.
After some photo takings, we decided to proceed to No.2 Emplacement. The rusty door and window met us along the way. Peter Stubbs mentioned in his website that they could have been offices and stores. Upon reaching No.2 Emplacement, we saw the entrance to the No. 2 Magazine with a small window supposedly an Ammunition Hath.
As the stairs to No.2 Director Tower had been removed, we had to walk back to No.1 Emplacement to try and climb No.1 Director Tower. The ladder stairs are rusty but still sturdy. Thus, we managed to get up. It was in the night so there really wasn't much view to see.
Saw a small structure from the tower. According to Peter Stubbs, this building is not part of the battery. However, it may have been the signal station. There was no history found about the structure though. The building looks like a typical dilapidated haunted house. But we didn't go up due to CCTV around. Yes, we are interested in our own history but not to the extend of getting caught trying to find out more.
Near the entrance of the AMTB battery, This looks like a store. All shelves are labelled properly with white paint.
After a careful climb down the steep slope. Yeah...I decided to partially slide down as I find that an easier option than climbing all the way down *grin*. Nonetheless, while on our way to the bus stop, we passed by what looks like a tunnel. This "tunnel" is infact an Embrasure for a 6-Pounder Quick Firing Gun placed there at the end of 1800s and removed around 1900. The inside of the rock was hollowed out to created room for the gun and ammunition storage. There were 2 section on the inside. One with a staircase that led to the surface. Another was probably the storage. The entire place is already filled with rubble.
The British has built quite a number of machine gun pillboxes along the coastline. Each is approximately 550m apart. This is one of the remaining ones. The gate leading into the pillbox had been locked probably to prevent further vandalism. The entire area had almost become a rubbish dump.
As a Singaporean, I would urge all fellow citizens and residents to preserve our historical relics so that we have something to show our next generation.
More pictures on
http://i-wanna-travel.blogspot.sg/2015/07/labrador-park-singapore-18-ul-2015.html
On top of Batu Berlayar, one can still see the remains of the battery. The place is not easily accessible as it is on top of a rather steep slope. However, after a little efforts, one can still get up. The slope is right next to the larger structure of the Long Ya Men (龙牙门) or Dragon’s Teeth Gate. The local Malays named the rocks as Batu Berlayar (“Sailing Rock”) while the British sailors called them Lot’s Wife, referring to the wife of Abraham’s nephew in the bible, who was turned into a statue of salt when she looked back at the destruction of sinful city Sodom.
Nonetheless, we took a night visit to the Labrador battery. After a quick climb up the steep slope, we were greeted with No.1 Emplacement. The graffiti on the wall tells me that this place had already been visited by many adventure seekers who chose not only to leave their footprints but vandalism as well.
Signs of wear and tear can be seen from the ceiling and pillars. Even though the war has taken a toll on the structure, I still consider it strong as it has been standing quietly for the past 100 over years looking over the waters.
After some photo takings, we decided to proceed to No.2 Emplacement. The rusty door and window met us along the way. Peter Stubbs mentioned in his website that they could have been offices and stores. Upon reaching No.2 Emplacement, we saw the entrance to the No. 2 Magazine with a small window supposedly an Ammunition Hath.
As the stairs to No.2 Director Tower had been removed, we had to walk back to No.1 Emplacement to try and climb No.1 Director Tower. The ladder stairs are rusty but still sturdy. Thus, we managed to get up. It was in the night so there really wasn't much view to see.
Saw a small structure from the tower. According to Peter Stubbs, this building is not part of the battery. However, it may have been the signal station. There was no history found about the structure though. The building looks like a typical dilapidated haunted house. But we didn't go up due to CCTV around. Yes, we are interested in our own history but not to the extend of getting caught trying to find out more.
Near the entrance of the AMTB battery, This looks like a store. All shelves are labelled properly with white paint.
After a careful climb down the steep slope. Yeah...I decided to partially slide down as I find that an easier option than climbing all the way down *grin*. Nonetheless, while on our way to the bus stop, we passed by what looks like a tunnel. This "tunnel" is infact an Embrasure for a 6-Pounder Quick Firing Gun placed there at the end of 1800s and removed around 1900. The inside of the rock was hollowed out to created room for the gun and ammunition storage. There were 2 section on the inside. One with a staircase that led to the surface. Another was probably the storage. The entire place is already filled with rubble.
The British has built quite a number of machine gun pillboxes along the coastline. Each is approximately 550m apart. This is one of the remaining ones. The gate leading into the pillbox had been locked probably to prevent further vandalism. The entire area had almost become a rubbish dump.
As a Singaporean, I would urge all fellow citizens and residents to preserve our historical relics so that we have something to show our next generation.
More pictures on
http://i-wanna-travel.blogspot.sg/2015/07/labrador-park-singapore-18-ul-2015.html
Written 23 July 2015
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SNAPIRITA
Haifa, Israel135 contributions
Sept 2013 • Family
Visites today afternoon. 10 minutes walking from the Labrador MRT station. We reached first the Nature reserve, visited some ruins from 1880 - all explained in clear English big signs. There are many signs warning about the monkeys but didn't see any animals unfortunatelly. The paths are shaded by huge trees. A nice wind is cooling the hot day. We went to the highest pont, a beautiful vista to the sea, than climbed down, took a long and very pleasant stroll on the sea shore promenade, offering vieas of the many huge sheeps and a few families having picnics on the manicured lawn. Than walked all the way to the Marina, near amazing complex called Reflections and a beautiful marina and than reached the huge Vivo City Mall. What a pleasant day we had!
Written 22 September 2013
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Jane l
Switzerland57 contributions
Sept 2012 • Friends
i stayed in a small hotel near that resort...went out for jogging at night..the whole place is so wonderful..local people walking in the park..some finishing..having picnic..kids playing around..only thing: i think there should be more lights as it's so dark along the seaside/...
Written 5 October 2012
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EmFLoge33
Westminster302 contributions
Feb 2012
Labrador Park is well worth visiting for several reasons. First, visitors can relax and have a nice stroll on the promenade along the seafront. Second, the Park contains some interesting
relics of World War Two: the gun emplacements and fortifications built by the British Forces for defending Singapore Harbour. Finally, there is a Nature Reserve on the hilly area which surrounds the gun positions. The Park has an upscale restaurant and a number of BBQ pits for renting to the public, but no foodstalls or refreshment kiosks.
relics of World War Two: the gun emplacements and fortifications built by the British Forces for defending Singapore Harbour. Finally, there is a Nature Reserve on the hilly area which surrounds the gun positions. The Park has an upscale restaurant and a number of BBQ pits for renting to the public, but no foodstalls or refreshment kiosks.
Written 25 February 2012
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HopperOdyssey
Singapore, Singapore3 contributions
Dec 2011 • Couples
Searching Singapore for a bit of peace and quiet is a bit of an impossible task but the rainy Saturday we spent here came pretty close.
The park is an easy walk from Labrador Park station and the paths are well sign posted.
We started our wander with tea at the Eco Gourmet Cafe and finished there with beer and tapas. It's a little expensive (Singapore!) but the staff are friendly and polite and the food and drink lovely.
Would like to know if and when the tunnels and jetty are re-opening!
Was a great place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.
The park is an easy walk from Labrador Park station and the paths are well sign posted.
We started our wander with tea at the Eco Gourmet Cafe and finished there with beer and tapas. It's a little expensive (Singapore!) but the staff are friendly and polite and the food and drink lovely.
Would like to know if and when the tunnels and jetty are re-opening!
Was a great place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.
Written 19 December 2011
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PADI Diver
Singapore3 contributions
If you have dogs and love sea breeze/water, walk deep into the park where you will find a gate (near a jetty-style bridge) that leads you to the sea.
** Thread with caution because it is a wildlife protected area!
** Thread with caution because it is a wildlife protected area!
Written 2 May 2010
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AaronK29
Singapore, Singapore50 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Labrador Nature Reserve and its accompanying park overlooking the sea is an easy 45 minute, 2.5km walk. Some parts are slightly uphill but not for more than 100m per stretch. The signages are highly informative and paint a good picture about the canons, the gun battery and its placement point on the old Fort. The park is a comfortable walk, has playgrounds, a bbq pit to rent and public toilets for convenience. The park also provides access to the Dragon's Tooth, a replica relic of Singapore's past.
Written 7 November 2019
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Hello everyone,
Im going here to Labrador Nature Reserve this weekend, anyone can help me on my questions please?
1. How far is the tunnel from the Gate?
2. Can we go inside the tunnel by ourselves or do we need to hire tourguide?
3. Is this attraction free?
4. Whice better stop at labrador MRT or Harbour front MRT?
your help would be highly appreciated.
Thank you and have a wonderful day.
M
Written 19 June 2015
I think the tunnel is closed but you can easily check since it is beside the entrance. The park is open to all free of charge. Take the MRT to Labrador park, turn right at the exit without crossing the road. Find the start of the boardwalk and follow the mangrove walk to the sea. At the end, turn right to the park. After your visit, you can retrace your steps to the creek estuary and follow another boardwalk then a path past the Marina. When you reach the building site, turn left and at the Next street, turn right to walk to Harbourfront. If you still feel like walking, go through Vivo City to the waterfront and cross the harbour to Sentosa. This is not as hard s it sounds because the Causeway has shaded pathways and moving walkways.enjoy!
Written 19 June 2015
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