Upper Swan Travel Guide

 keeweechic Says:  The church was built out of local pit sawn timbers, clay brick and initially she-oak shingles which were later replaced by asbestos shingles. The little porch of the church was added later in 1860 along with the Belfry. The first service was held in 1841 on the 19th of... 

 keeweechic Says:  All Saints Church sits on the site of Captain James Stirling’s first camp when he was exploring the area in 1827. The Captain later became the Governor of the Swan River Colony. The church is original in its structure and is the oldest standing church in Perth. 

 keeweechic Says:  The afternoon tour features a slow meandering up the West Swan Road to Maalinup Galley. Your guide will explain the finer points to the valley and more on the Clydesdale horses themselves. There are also a couple of wineries to do some sampling and an ice cream shop. 

 keeweechic Says:  We chose the afternoon tour of ‘Vineyard Meander’. The wagons hold around10 or so people and everyone gets a turn up front with the driver . Don’t worry if the weather is a bit iffy… they still operate with their weatherproofed wagons. 

 keeweechic Says:  The Wagon Trails are quite a unique way to view some of the Swan Valley. Their wagons are drawn by Clydesdale horses. There are a variety of tours to choose from ranging from full day tours, half day tours as well as moonlight dinner and twilight tours. 

 keeweechic Says:  I have to say that their sampling of Nougat really out did their sampling of wine. They have several different types in small individually wrapped pieces – e.g. Almond Crunchy and Soft, Cappuccino Crunch and Soft and Apricot Soft. These can be bought in varying sized bags.... 

 keeweechic Says:  Charlies Origins, Today and Homelands labels represents their more popular wines ranging from Shiraz, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc to a Chardonnay. They also have a Rose which isn’t bad if you have a sweeter choice. 

 keeweechic Says:  This winery is actually situated in the old Evans & Tate vineyard (before they moved to Margaret Valley) in 1998. Charlies have a great a Cellar Door and a couple of humourous staff to help with the wine tasting. 

 keeweechic Says:  Maalinup means ‘place of the black swan’ in the Bibbulmum language. The gallery specialises in art of the Aboriginal people in the South West. There are many pieces of artware as well s gifts including hand painted glassware, boomerangs, and local products. If you go there... 

 keeweechic Says:  Oggies is right next to the distillery and incorporates the the English Lolli Shop. The handmade ice cream is made up of both traditional flavours and local fruit flavours. They also have some light meals which are available all day. While the ice cream is good, it still... 

 keeweechic Says:  If you visit the the distillery on a Sunday afternoon you can get yourself into some free vodka testing. This isn’t your normal vodka, instead you can try varieties of Green Tea, vanilla, lemon, chilli and Expresso Vodka. All 40% alcohol per volume and all having the effects... 

 keeweechic Says:  This is a fully licensed restaurant and the largest in the Swan Valley area. They are also a function centre. They offer a café bistro which serves breakfast, light lunches and a European type menu in the evening for dinner. There is a large courtyard area as well as two... 

 keeweechic Says:  Sandalford Winery is one of the largest wineries in the Swan Valley. It is also a historic winery, founded in 1840, and is on the list of regular wine tours. They conduct wine appreciation lessons, wine blending classes and their restaurant offers a wonderful a la carte... 

 keeweechic Says:  Just 25 mins north of the city in Whiteman Park is the Whiteman Model Helicopter Club (WMHC). Most of the helicopter flying is done on Saturdays and from 12.00pm on Sundays in the WA Model Aircraft Sports Centre. The club shares extensive facilities which include a clubroom,...