The town is living history - its opulent Victorian and Federation buildings have been beautifully restored and York is one of few towns in WA
to enjoy historic town classification. Alongside its historical highlights, York has an abundance of activities and attractions. With its historical
buildings, natural beauty and close proximity to Perth, York has emerged as the State’s premier festival town - featuring everything from Jazz
and Country Music to Roses and Vintage Motor Vehicles.
| 42. ARCHERY PARK & CANOE HIRE |
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| Paddle down the Avon River or hit a bullseye. Open weekends, Public Holidays and School Holidays or by appointment. |
| 43. AVON VALLEY HISTORICAL ROSE GARDEN |
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| Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the history of the rose & enjoy light refreshment at the garden pavilion. Open Fri to Mon 10am - 4pm September to Christmas, Mid March to June. |
| 45. GWAMBYGINE PARK |
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| A great picnic spot in a tranquil bush setting overlooking the Avon River, with a Viewing Tower and Nature Walk, only 10kms south of York. |
| HERITAGE TRAIL |
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| A step by step guide to York’s many unique historical buildings and places. |
| 52 HISTORIC BALLADONG FARM |
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| First inland farm in WA, established in 1831. |
| IMPERIAL INN GALLERY (See Blue - No.4) |
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| Features high quality works by WA artists and cafe. Open Wed to Sun 10am - 4pm. Tel: (08) 9641 1010. |
| 46. JAH-ROC FURNITURE MILL GALLERY |
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| WA’s most comprehensive gallery - a wide range of unique Jarrah furniture, arts & crafts, and resident blacksmith in the Old Flour Mill. Open daily 10am - 5pm. Tel: (08) 9641 1522. |
| 47. LODER ANTIQUES |
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| Specialises in high quality pine furniture & porcelain. Open daily 10am - 4pm except Tues. Tel: (08) 9641 1754. |
| 48. MINIATURE VILLAGE |
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| An enchanting replica village and cart & carriage display. Open most days 9am - 5pm. Tel: (08) 9641 1822. |
| 49. MINI GOLF |
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| Enjoy playing this entertaining game in a superb setting by the Avon River. Open 10am - 4.30pm, Sat - Wed & Public Holidays Tel: (08) 9641 2188. |
| 50. MT BROWN LOOKOUT |
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| Provides a breathtaking viewpoint of the York Township lying in the valley below. |
| 51. NEEDLE & I |
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| An interesting selection of 19th Century Costumes. |
| OLD GAOL & COURTHOUSE (See Red-No.4) |
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| Exquisitely restored buildings including law courts, prison cells, stables and a troopers cottage. Also features a National Trust Gift Shop and Post Office Museum. Open Mon to Fri 11am - 3pm, Weekends & Public Holidays 10- 4pm. Tel: (08) 9641 2072. |
| 53. OLD YORK HOSPITAL |
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| Opened in 1896, this beautiful building still retains its steep shingle roof and brickwork of rich coloured local clay. |
| 54. RESIDENCY MUSEUM |
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| One of the oldest colonial houses in York, it houses an extensive display of memorabilia donated by the descendants of York’s original settlers. Open Tues to Thurs & Public Holidays 1pm - 3pm, Weekends 1pm - 5pm & School Holidays daily. |
| 55. SANDLEWOOD YARDS & TIPPERARY SCHOOL |
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| The old sandlewood storage area and now also houses the re-erected Tipperary School. |
| SETTLERS HOUSE (See Blue - No.5) |
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| Built in the 1850’s and the site of a staging post and guest house for travellers, it also housed WA’s first provincial newspaper, "The Eastern Districts Chronicle". |
| SKYDIVE EXPRESS |
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| Experience the exhilaration of skydiving and view York from an entirely different perspective. Tel: 1800 355 833. |
| 56. ST PATRICK’S CHURCH |
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| This magnificent church was built in the 1880’s and features imported Italian stained glass windows. |
| 57. STUDIO 77 POTTERY |
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| Witness the transformation of clay into high quality decorative and functional stoneware. Tel: (08) 9641 1158. |
| 49. SUSPENSION BRIDGE |
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| This unusual bridge, built in 1906, provides a foot crossing over a beautiful section of the Avon River. |
| TALKING POINT ANTIQUE TOY TRAIN MUSEUM (See Red - No.18) |
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| This collection takes you back to the sound of steam and includes working layouts and static display. Open Sunday 10am - 4pm and by appointment. Tel: (08) 9641 2014. |
| 59. YORK CRAFT STUDIO |
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| An excellent selection of craft work. Open daily. |
| 60. YORK MOTOR MUSEUM (See Red - No.4) |
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| The finest collection of Veteran, Classic and Racing Cars in Australia - it presents the evolution of motor transport. |
| 61. YORK RAILWAY STATION & TEA GARDENS |
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| This two storey stone building built in 1885 has a delightful tea garden and small museum. Open weekends 11am - 4pm. |
| YORK TOWN HALL (See Red - No.7) |
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 Completed in 1911, the Town Hall is an impressive symbol of York’s turn of the century prosperity. |
| 62. YORK WAR MEMORIAL SWIMMING POOL |
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| A cool haven in summer, featuring shade areas & BBQ facilities. |
