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The General Store was originally Veale’s Dressmakers. The building was constructed out of brick with a timber frame and thick jarrah was used for the floorboards. Built around 1920, the shop later transferred to stock agent. Today the quaint old building is a general store.
Written Jun 12, 2009
Address: Hampton Street, Bridgetown
The old railway station sits just up behind Hampton Street. The railway was extended to Bridgetown in 1889 which assisted Bridgetown’s agricultural production to be sent around the country including to the gold fields. The station was officially opened on December 1, 1898.
Today the old station houses the Blackwood Environment Centre. Over the years it has had some alterations but mostly it stands as it did when it was first built.
Written Jun 12, 2009
Address: Bridgetown
Behind the main house there is a small building. It was here that John Blechynden lived during the construction of his house. Beautiful gardens surround the buildings and there is a 1.5km walk along the river which edges the property.
Written Jun 12, 2009
Address: Bridgedale House, Hampton St, Bridgetown
The Bridgedale property covered 10 acres of freehold land which was purchased by John Blechynden in 1859 prior to the town being established. The National Trust house has been restored to its original state and is open to the public from 10.00am to 2.30pm Friday to Sunday. Admission is free.
Written Jun 12, 2009
Address: Bridgedale House, Hampton St, Bridgetown
Bridgedale House is probably the biggest historical attraction of the town. The homestead was one of the first houses built in the area and being built in 1862, is now the oldest remaining building in Bridgetown
Written Jun 12, 2009
Address: Hampton Street, Bridgetown
The first part of the Freemasons Hotel was built in 1904 by the Bunnings Bros. The latter part was built in 1907. There were 15 rooms, 2 dining rooms, a smoking room, drawing room and a reading room. For offer were a plunge bath of hot running water. Horse stables and later car garages were provided. During the early years, the proprietor was Bob Crawford who was heavily involved in civic activities. The hotel was extended during the 1930’s but mostly the building is unchanged. The dining room offers both a la carte and counter meals Thu-Fri noon to 2.00pm, Fri 6.30pm – 8.00pm, Sat & Sun 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
Written Jun 11, 2009
Address: 130 Hampton Street, Bridgetown
The Park runs along the banks of the Blackwood River, just south of the town, and there are lovely walking trails which begin at Bridgedale and winds along the riverside. In the park there is a playground and bbqs which are popular for family picnics. The park is the site of the first police station for Bridgetown which was built in 1862.
Updated Jun 11, 2009
Address: Bridgetown
Bridgetown was built in the hart of the Blackwood River Valley. The Blackwood River is the longest running river in the south. Many major water sport events are held on the river including the longest power boat race in the world.
Written Jun 11, 2009
Address: Bridgetown
The Emporium building of shops was built in 1900 at the corner of Hampton and Henry Streets. The Emporium sold mainly cloth material. Later, extensions were added and a drapery and clothing shop operated. Following that was a tea room and then a boot and clothing shop.
Written Jun 11, 2009
Address: Hampton Street, Bridgetown
St Pauls has an attractive collection of ecclesiastical pieces in copper, brass and silver which were created by a local resident Herbert Holdsworth. He also was a painter and contributed some of his works to be displayed in the Shires Council Chambers.
Written Jun 11, 2009
Address: St Pauls Church, Cnr of Phillips and Hampton St
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St Pauls has an attractive collection of ecclesiastical pieces in copper, brass and silver which were created by a local resident Herbert Holdsworth. He also...
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Bridgetown is located about 95km's south of Bunbury and is nestled amongst beautiful rolling hills, high on the banks of the Blackwood River. It is now a major centre of a very productive...
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Bridgetown is one of those lovely tucked away historic towns of WA which is often overlooked by more direct routes. The towns name came about from a simple thing as a bridge which was near where the...
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