Woolmers Estate
Woolmers Estate
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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- Murri77Brisbane, Australia48 contributionsGuided tour really great, outbuildings and gardens great, plan ahead for the caf.We booked the 10:30 AM guided tour. Our guide Greg, a volunteer, pitched his talk to our interests. He was very knowledgeable and wonderful. Thank you Greg! Then we went to the "onsite eatery" "The Eleanor". We had a chicken and corn chowder each which were less than lukewarm, (we did mention this to the waitress who said nothing). We also had 2 coffees and 2 cakes which came with cream and ice cream. The total bill came to $88! We would have planned our lunch differently had we known about these exorbitant prices for a simple lunch. As a senior I must say that when we saw the Menu which was all printed in a faint grey it was not printed in normal black print so that the prices didn't stand out, hence we didn't notice them. In summary I don't want to sound like a cheapskate but it just wasn't worth it. Beware.Visited March 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 29 March 2023
- Barry CPerth, Australia76 contributionsBAZNDIThe property is full of history and the place has been preserved over 6 decades. The artefacts are left as if someone was still living here and the rooms in the house date back to the 1800’s and our colonial past. The tour of the house is a must if you visit it gives an overview of the family history and how they made their fortunes from wool.Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 April 2023
- Gerry BBrisbane, Australia545 contributionsVery nice historical area to seeVery nice historical area to wander around. Lovely gardens, nice set up. Very good lunch. Helpful staff, unfortunately no tours due to sickness. If you only have time for one, do Brickendon instead, but it is good to see both.Visited September 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 30 September 2023
- Jimmy BBrisbane Region, Australia14 contributionsThe Eleanor Restaurant was highlight of Woolmers Estate visit.This is a must visit in Tassie. Just 20min south of Launceston the Woolmer Estate is awesome for two reasons. The first is the rose garden and the second is The Eleanor restaurant run by an amazing local chef. The beautiful roses surround you and are presented in vases on the tables cut fresh very day but the standout is the food and service.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 31 December 2023
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KBofLB
Littleborough, UK562 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
This is a neighbour of the Brickendon estate which operated as a livestock farm in the early years of the penal colony. Its labour force was mostly 'assignees', these being convicts allocated to work for the estate owner who had to provide them with food and accommodation but did not have to pay them any wages.
The estate residence is no longer lived in but is open for guided tours. Thanks to the helpful Greg this was an interesting and informative introduction to the site.
Whilst the self-guided tour booklet was helpful, I felt that more information could have been provided at individual buildings.
There was an unfortunate ending to our visit. We went to the cafe shortly before its closing time. We asked for two sandwiches which were on display but were told that there was nobody to toast them. We were happy to eat them cold but were told that we could not be sold them as there was not a price listed for untoasted sandwiches!
Overall, we felt that more could be done to encourage development of the estate as a tourist attraction.
The estate residence is no longer lived in but is open for guided tours. Thanks to the helpful Greg this was an interesting and informative introduction to the site.
Whilst the self-guided tour booklet was helpful, I felt that more information could have been provided at individual buildings.
There was an unfortunate ending to our visit. We went to the cafe shortly before its closing time. We asked for two sandwiches which were on display but were told that there was nobody to toast them. We were happy to eat them cold but were told that we could not be sold them as there was not a price listed for untoasted sandwiches!
Overall, we felt that more could be done to encourage development of the estate as a tourist attraction.
Written 7 March 2024
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Jimmy B
Brisbane Region, Australia14 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
This is a must visit in Tassie. Just 20min south of Launceston the Woolmer Estate is awesome for two reasons. The first is the rose garden and the second is The Eleanor restaurant run by an amazing local chef. The beautiful roses surround you and are presented in vases on the tables cut fresh very day but the standout is the food and service.
Written 31 December 2023
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Toowoombatourist
Toowoomba, Australia301 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has been lovingly preserved.
Unfortunately, on the day we visited the main homestead was not open to the public, so we just wandered through the grounds following the self-guided tour.
The gardens are lovely and would be spectacular when in full bloom and it is fascinating imagining the life of the family and their workers living and working on the property when it was in its heyday.
Peeking through the windows of the main house, it looked like someone had just "walked out" and left things as they were when in use all those years ago - disappointing not to be able to see it but we were told about the situation before we purchased the tickets (no reduction in price though)...a guided tour seems like an excellent option if available when you visit.
There is a small giftshop and cafe to enjoy after exploring the property.
Unfortunately, on the day we visited the main homestead was not open to the public, so we just wandered through the grounds following the self-guided tour.
The gardens are lovely and would be spectacular when in full bloom and it is fascinating imagining the life of the family and their workers living and working on the property when it was in its heyday.
Peeking through the windows of the main house, it looked like someone had just "walked out" and left things as they were when in use all those years ago - disappointing not to be able to see it but we were told about the situation before we purchased the tickets (no reduction in price though)...a guided tour seems like an excellent option if available when you visit.
There is a small giftshop and cafe to enjoy after exploring the property.
Written 15 December 2023
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Gerry B
Brisbane, Australia545 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
Very nice historical area to wander around. Lovely gardens, nice set up. Very good lunch. Helpful staff, unfortunately no tours due to sickness. If you only have time for one, do Brickendon instead, but it is good to see both.
Written 30 September 2023
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Barry C
Perth, Australia76 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
The property is full of history and the place has been preserved over 6 decades. The artefacts are left as if someone was still living here and the rooms in the house date back to the 1800’s and our colonial past. The tour of the house is a must if you visit it gives an overview of the family history and how they made their fortunes from wool.
Written 6 April 2023
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Menian
Wantirna, Australia31 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Woolmers is a grand estate with a fascinating multi generational history. Our guide was engaging and very knowledgeable. When our tour was over we had a beautiful lunch at the restaurant.
Written 29 March 2023
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Murri77
Brisbane, Australia48 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We booked the 10:30 AM guided tour. Our guide Greg, a volunteer, pitched his talk to our interests. He was very knowledgeable and wonderful. Thank you Greg!
Then we went to the "onsite eatery" "The Eleanor". We had a chicken and corn chowder each which were less than lukewarm, (we did mention this to the waitress who said nothing). We also had 2 coffees and 2 cakes which came with cream and ice cream. The total bill came to $88! We would have planned our lunch differently had we known about these exorbitant prices for a simple lunch. As a senior I must say that when we saw the Menu which was all printed in a faint grey it was not printed in normal black print so that the prices didn't stand out, hence we didn't notice them. In summary I don't want to sound like a cheapskate but it just wasn't worth it. Beware.
Then we went to the "onsite eatery" "The Eleanor". We had a chicken and corn chowder each which were less than lukewarm, (we did mention this to the waitress who said nothing). We also had 2 coffees and 2 cakes which came with cream and ice cream. The total bill came to $88! We would have planned our lunch differently had we known about these exorbitant prices for a simple lunch. As a senior I must say that when we saw the Menu which was all printed in a faint grey it was not printed in normal black print so that the prices didn't stand out, hence we didn't notice them. In summary I don't want to sound like a cheapskate but it just wasn't worth it. Beware.
Written 29 March 2023
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k100rsblack
Shrewsbury, UK140 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Plenty to see and do. Informative guide book. Lots of history. I would recommend but estate needs a little more T&C. Perhaps full time staff are needed as I understand that they rely on volunteers.
Written 18 February 2023
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SJC562
Paignton, UK9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Visited the Woolmers Estate and participated in the guided tour of the old house. The tour was well worthwhile and gave a valuable and fascinating insight into the lives and history of the Archer family and their assigned servants (convicts).
The rose garden is beautiful and extensive as are the grounds and historic buildings which we viewed on a self guided tour.
A modern entrance, shop, art gallery and new restaurant completed the visit. The restaurant was high quality and service excellent.
The rose garden is beautiful and extensive as are the grounds and historic buildings which we viewed on a self guided tour.
A modern entrance, shop, art gallery and new restaurant completed the visit. The restaurant was high quality and service excellent.
Written 27 January 2023
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Maurice V
1 contribution
Dec 2022 • Couples
Give yourself a full day to visit the Estate. Really worth spending the time going over the entire property and learning about the Archer family history.
Finish the day at the hidden gem that is Elenor's restaurant. The most amazing creative tasty food and well worth going for the restaurant alone.
This really was a beautiful find and highly recommend it.
Finish the day at the hidden gem that is Elenor's restaurant. The most amazing creative tasty food and well worth going for the restaurant alone.
This really was a beautiful find and highly recommend it.
Written 31 December 2022
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Shandiya
Singapore, Singapore1 contribution
Hi, I'll be visiting Tasmania in December 2017 (2 to 10 Dec) and would like to stay 1 night in your establishment. We are 4 adults. What would your recommend and how much will it cost. Thank you.
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Roger A
Brisbane, Australia153 contributions
It is NOT my establishment. I stayed there for a night and really enjoyed it. Go to the website for bookings.
Is lunch still available?
DaJuSher
Australia8 contributions
No sure, we are from NSW and stayed whilst on holidays during July 2016.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Woolmers Estate
- Woolmers Estate is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Hotels near Woolmers Estate:
- (0.12 km) Woolmers Estate
- (2.07 km) Brickendon Estate
- (3.62 km) The Racecourse Inn
- (15.33 km) Red Feather Inn
- (4.72 km) Longford Riverside Caravan Park
- Restaurants near Woolmers Estate:
- (0.11 km) The Eleanor
- (14.28 km) Josef Chromy Restaurant
- (4.62 km) JJ's Bakery and Old Mill Cafe
- (4.32 km) Sticky beaks cafe longford tasmania
- (6.15 km) Feast Tasmania