Woolmers Estate is a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in Tasmanian convict history. Wander around heritage buildings & beautiful gardens set against stunning landscapes. Self-guided tours of the estate with guided tours available of the gardens, homestead and convict story. We have beautifully restored heritage cottages which offer unique accommodation in breathtaking rural landscapes. Enjoy Tasmania’s Rose Garden in bloom from November through February. Café and gift shop onsite. Open Wednesday to Sunday 10am- 3pm with extended summer hours. Events, weddings, art exhibitions and versatile galleries and restaurant.
Woolmers Estate stands as a living testament to Tasmania’s convict history, offering a deeply immersive experience into the world of the 19th-century Convict Assignment System. Once a thriving estate, and one of Australia's finest examples of a pioneer farm, it was built by Thomas Archer and maintained by the hands of assigned convicts who worked alongside free settlers. Many of these convicts chose to stay on at Woolmers even after gaining their freedom. The collection of original buildings at Woolmers Estate includes family accommodation, workers' cottages, a former chapel, blacksmith's shop, stables, bakehouse, pump house and gardener's cottage. But Woolmers Estate isn’t just about historic buildings and stunning landscapes; it’s about the human stories behind the history. Woolmers is a place where Tasmania’s farming and convict heritage comes to life.