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Woolmers Estate UNESCO World Heritage Site
Things To Do Longford, Northern Midlands, Tasmania
Galleries, Museums and Collections
Woolmers Estate is one of just 11 Australian Convict Sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, telling the convict story you haven’t heard. While sites like Port Arthur tell the story of punishment, Woolmers reveals the Assignment System, where convicts were sent to private properties, learned trades, earned their freedom and often chose to stay. A story of skill, resilience and second chances, told through 18 original buildings still standing across 13 hectares.
Your ticket includes access to both Brickendon Estate and Woolmers Estate, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites sitting 2.8 kilometres apart, connected by the Convict Farm Walk along the Macquarie River, the same ground assigned convicts walked between the two estates. At Brickendon, established in 1824 and still farmed by seventh-generation Archer descendants, more than 20 convict-built buildings make up an intact 1820s Farm Village, with daily animal feeding on a working 465-hectare property.
Also included is Unshackled, Australia’s premier convict exhibition, an award-winning digital experience revealing the true story of 160,000 transported convicts through augmented reality, video documentaries and immersive installations.
Guided house tours run daily at 10:30am and 1pm. Open daily from 8am. Tasmanian residents receive free entry when accompanying interstate or international guests. Every visit helps preserve 200 years of Australian history.
Facilities
Cafe
Carpark
Coach Parking
Conference/Convention Facilities
Enquiry Desk
Family Friendly
Food and Refreshments
Gallery / Museum
Lawn / Gardens
Lookouts
Non Smoking
Parents Room
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Restaurant
Shop / Gift Shop
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Caters for limited mobility Caters for people with allergies and intolerances. Wheelchair accessMembership
Australian Museums and Galleries Association Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/OrganisationAccreditation
ATEC Accessible & Inclusive Host Australian Tourism Accreditation Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC World HeritageRates
From AU$35.00
We offer self-guided entry into the site with substantial guide books.
We also offer fully guided convict, homestead or garden tours.
Tasmanian Senior Card Holders have self-guided site entry, Devonshire Tea and 10 percent off in the gift shop for 20 dollars per person.
