STANLEY ATTRACTIONS

Edge of the World Locations
Edge of the World Locations offers guided luxury 4WD touring experiences that explore the heart of the Tarkine Wilderness, the breathtaking Rocky Cape National Park, the surrounding hinterland countryside of Stanley, and the wild, rugged West Coast and Cradle Mountain regions of Tasmania. Mobile: 0447 381 705 www.edgeoftheworldlocations.com.au

Highfield Historic Site (Historic House)
Built from 1832 to 1835 for the chief agent of the Van Diemen's Land Company, this historic house has been restored and is a rare example of domestic architecture from the Regency period. The Van Diemen’s Land Company played a key role in the European settlement of Tasmania’s North West.
Open daily 10am - 4pm Monday to Sunday (September - May).
10am - 4pm Monday to Friday (June - August)
143 Greenhills Road, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 1100
www.historic-highfield.com.au

Joe Lyons Cottage (Restored C19th Cottage)
Restored nineteenth century settler’s cottage in which Tasmania’s only Prime Minister, Joe Lyons was born in 1879. Antiques, historical photographs, family trees are on display.
Open daily 10am - 4pm. Closed Christmas Day.
14 Alexander Terrace, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 1145

Old Stanley Burial Ground (1827 - 1997)
Since the first internment in 1827 until the last in 1997, Stanley’s old cemetery has been the final resting place of Circular Head’s European settlers and their descendents. Located overlooking Bass Strait the burial ground’s directory lists the names of over 700 people interned, more details of which are available on request at the Stanley Visitor Information Centre
Smees Road, Stanley.
www.heritage.tas.gov.au

The Brown Dog Stanley

The Nut Chairlift
The Nut, rising 152 metres from the sea, dominates the village of Stanley and the chairlift can take you to the top for a seagull’s view of the historic town and the east and west along the coast. The chairlift trip takes about five minutes to the summit and you can enjoy an hour-long walk around the Nut.
Open daily 9.30am - 5.30pm (December - April). Daily 9.30am - 4.30pm (May - mid July).
Closed mid-July to early September, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Easter Good Friday.
Browns Road, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 1286

Stanley Discovery Museum & Geneology Centre
An exhibition that will take you on a journey into Stanley's past, with relic antiques, memorabilia, photographs, documents and a geneology centre from 1804 to the 1900's.
Open daily from Sept - June, Closed July to August.
Tel: (03) 6458 1309
Fax: (03) 6458 1145

NEARBY STANLEY

Allendale Gardens & Rainforest Walks (& Tearoom)
Two hectares of landscaped garden, plus 26 hectares of cool temperate rainforest on a privately owned property since 1914. Devonshire teas are available throughout the day.
Open daily 9am - 5pm (October - late April).
Blanch Road, Allendale Lane, Edith Creek.
Tel: (03) 6456 4216
www.allendalegardens.com.au

Circular Head Heritage Centre
An eclectic range of 20th century items including documents, books, newspaper clippings, kitchen utensils and farming equipment used by Tasmania’s European settlers.
8 King Street, Smithton.
Tel: (03) 6452 3296

Dismal Swamp Maze and Visitor Centre (Attraction & Café)
Take a gentle buggy ride or slide 110m down into the world’s only Blackwood sinkhole forest. The cafe’s lunch menu specialises in local produce and Tasmanian wine.
Open daily 9am - 5pm (November - March). Daily 10am - 4pm (April - October). Closed Christmas Day.
26059 Bass Highway, Togari.
Tel: (03) 6456 7199
www.dismalswamp.com.au

Water Wheel Creek Timber Heritage Experience (Museum & Café)
Forest walks and an indoor heritage museum showcasing restored pioneer machinery and Tasmania's only working example of a timber tram-way. A café in a bush setting serves snacks.
Short guided tours depart at 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm and 4pm.
Open daily 10am - 5pm (15 September - 15 June). Closed July/August.
1314 Mawbanna Road, Mawbanna.
Tel: (03) 6458 8144
www.waterwheelcreek.com.au

Wild Wood Gallery
An extensive display of woodcraft for sale, as well as a large range of Tasmanian and mainland timbers available for purchase by wood designers/turners.
Open 9am - 5pm Monday to Saturday or by appointment. Closed public holidays.
160 Mengha Road, Forest.
Tel: (03) 6458 3264
Email: www.wildwoodgallery.com.au

STANLEY ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES

Osborne Aviation Services
Offers 15 minute, 30 minute and 1.5 hour helicopter flights over the North West Coast and the Tarkine. Flights are dependent on weather. Advance bookings essential.
Operates daily (November - April).
Bass Highway and Main Road, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 3434

Woolnorth Tours
Guided tours of Woolnorth - Cape Grim. The 22,000 hectare property, Woolnorth, covers the north west tip of Tasmania. A rare chance to see spectacular scenery, take coastal walks around the most northern tip of the island.
Woolnorth, Smithton.
Tel: (03) 6452 1493
www.woolnorthtours.com.au

STANLEY WILDLIFE & NATURE

Stanley Seaquarium
A unique display of Tasmanian sea life offering close encounters of sea-stars, urchins, hermit crabs, southern rock lobsters, cod, morwong, giant crabs, sharks, wrasse, trumpeter and cephalopods.
Open daily 10.30am - 4.30pm (June - December). Daily 9.30am - 4.30pm (January - May).
Fisherman’s Dock, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 2052.
Mob: 0409 959 337
Email: dcharles@craigmostyn.com.au

Stanley Seal Cruises
Personalised 75-minute cruises from Stanley to Bull Rock, home to a population of over 500 Australian fur seals, the fourth-rarest seal species in the world.
Cruise departs daily at 10am (May - September). Twice daily at 10am and 3pm (October - April).
Closed August and Christmas Day.
Dockside, Stanley. Tas. 7331
Mobile: 0419 550 134
www.stanleysealcruises.com.au

Wilderness to West Coast Tours (Guided Tours)
Guided four wheel drive day tours to the Tarkine and 3-day or 4-day tours to Sandy Cape. Also seasonal evening tours of platypus and Little Penguins. Tours operate on demand.
Office open daily 9am - 5pm. Closed August, Christmas Day and Easter Good Friday.
4 Church Street, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 2038
www.wildnernesstasmania.com.au

MARRAWAH & ARTHUR RIVER WILDLIFE & NATURE

AR Reflections River Cruises
Day cruises up the Arthur River past the Frankland River junction. A fly bridge deck provides 360 degree viewing of myrtle, sassafras, celery-top pine, laurel, blackwood, and giant tree ferns.
Cruise departs daily at 10.15am returning at 4.15pm (September - mid June).
4 Gardiner Street, Arthur River.
Tel: (03) 6457 1288
www.arthurriver.com.au

Arthur River Cruises
The MV "George Robinson" departs from the mouth of the Arthur River and cruises 14 km up to the junction of the Arthur and Frankland Rivers.
Cruise departs daily at 10am returning at 3pm (September - end May)
Arthur River Road Jetty, Arthur River.
Tel: (03) 6457 1158
www.arthurrivercruises.com

Kings Run Wildlife Tours (Devil Feeding in Natural Habitat)
Based 14kms south of the township of Marrawah, Kings Run is an 830 hectare private coastal property dedicated to Tasmanian wildlife. Guided night tours observing Tasmanian devils feeding in its natural habitat are available. Advance bookings essential.
27520 Bass Highway, Marrawah.
Tel: (03) 6457 1191
www.kingsrun.com.au

STANLEY AND SURROUNDS LOCAL PRODUCE

Charles Blue Hills Honey
Honey production has been in the Charles family since 1955. This local company specialises in award winning Leatherwood honey, along with Blackberry, Meadow and Wildflower honeys. Retail sales available in selected stores in Stanley.
www.bluehillshoney.com

Providore 24
Specialty store showcasing Tasmanian produce including King Island cheeses, chocolates, fudge, olive oil, olives, mustards, preserves, honey, seafood and Tasmanian wines and boutique beers. Hampers made to order.
Open daily 9.30am - 5.30pm (September - April). 10am - 5pm Saturday to Wednesday (May - August). Closed Christmas Day and Easter Sunday.
24 Church Street, Stanley.
Tel: (03) 6458 1323
www.providore24.com.au

Oysters and More
Retail shop offering locally caught fresh fish, crayfish, octopus and oysters.
Open 10am - 5.30pm Wednesday to Friday (June - September). 10am - 5.30pm Tuesday to Friday (October - May).
27 West Esplanade, Smithton.
Tel: (03) 6452 2125

SMITHTON ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES

Tall Timbers "Edge of the World" & Tarkine Wilderness Helicopter Experience
Take a scenic helicopter fight over spectacular coastlines, the original Van Dieman's Company property at Woolnorth and the rainforest canopy of the Tarkine Wilderness. Contact Tall Timbers Resort for tour departures, itineraries and prices.
All flight operations are subject to weather conditions.
Scotchtown Road, Smithton. Tas. 7330
Toll Free: 1800 628 476 (within Australia)
Tel: (03) 6452 2755
www.talltimbershotel.com.au

Tall Timbers 4WD Tours
Venture out on a full-day tour aboard Tall Timbers' OKA 14-seat four wheel drive vehicle for a truly memorable and unique experience exploring the "Edge of the World" region of Tasmania.
Tours operate on demand and depart at 9:00am returning at 6:00pm from Tall Timbers Hotel at Smithton.
Scotchtown Road, Smithton. Tas. 7330
Toll Free: 1800 628 476 (within Australia)
Tel: (03) 6452 2755
www.talltimbershotel.com.au