Wattle Grove Hut
There were two huts built with the name Wattle Grove. The first, a simple structure, was built in 1894-5, and the second, more ornate version was built in 1910 in a different location by at least two of the first Read More …
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Waratah Hut
The Waratah Hut was built in 1892. The hut was built of bark and the members would often entertain up to 40 guests with roast dinners. It seems these gentlemen enjoyed wearing bowler hats. Read more in our Waratah Hut Read More …
Wellington Hut
Wellington Hut Built 1890, and rebuilt 1902. The original version was a simple square bark hut, which was much beautified in later years. At one stage it was completely demolished and rebuilt from scratch. Download document on the Wellington Hut Read More …
3d photos
We have collected a number of stereo views of Mt. Wellington. Some are on card, and some are glass negatives. We have assembled a few of these into a series of animated gifs; the animation will be visible when viewing Read More …
Historic Exhibition Gardens
The Historic Exhibition Gardens were built in the early 1930’s at the Springs. These extensive gardens were once a showcase of Tasmanian flora which was much loved and visited by locals and tourists alike. The gardens were originally built at Read More …
Fern Tree Hotel
The Fern Tree Inn and the later Fern Tree Hotel had an interesting history, including many different licensees and strawberry feasts. It was often also instrumental in assisting with emergencies on the mountain. Full information on the history of the Read More …
Fern Tree
Fern Tree became very popular due with early tourists due to its beauty and its proximity to the city. It was a preferred venue for family picnics and organised strawberry feasts. The Fern Tree Bower was particularly beautiful, with a Read More …
Springs Hotel
The Springs Hotel was built in 1907 and was burned in the bushfires of February 1967. It was never officially licensed to sell alcohol, and in spite of the fact that it was never a financial success, it was treasured Read More …
Ranger’s cottage
The Ranger’s cottage replaced Woods Hut and was built in 1890. Special Constable Gadd was the first occupier. Gadd continued Woods’ duties, as well as looking after the telephone service and the water supply intake. More information in our Springs Read More …
Woods Hut
Henry Woods occupied a hut at the Springs with his family between 1860 and the early 1880’s. He was known as “The Old Man of the Mountain”. He looked after visitors’ needs, maintained tracks, and acted as a guide. More Read More …