Westbury is located 34 kilometres west of Launceston, and is classified by the National Trust as a town of historic importance. This town is reminiscent of an English country town, and is one of the few places in Australia to have a village green. A number of historic buildings stand on the perimeter of the green and may be inspected by the public.

The region was first surveyed in 1823, and a town was established in 1828 when Westbury was planned as a gateway to northern Tasmania. The first hotel was licensed in 1833, and the town was home to many Irish military veterans in the 1850s.


Museums and Historic Sites

The White House is a National Trust Property that has been restored and is open to visitors. Dating from the 1840s, this house once served as Thomas White's Token Store. Several displays of 17th century oak furniture, bicycles and horseless carriages are on exhibition to visitors.

Pearn's Steam World is said to have the largest collection of steam engines in the southern hemisphere, and a visit to the Mineral and Gemstone display is recommended. St Andrew's Church contains some of the work of famous wood carver Mrs C.A. Payne who resided in the Westbury District and carved the pulpit, lectern and "Seven Sisters" chancel screen.

Other Attractions

Westbury has several antique stores; stores such as the Tractor Shed and the Old Bakehouse have many an old treasure waiting to be discovered by browsing visitors. The village green is the scene of the annual maypole festival, and visitors can enjoy a picnic here. Nearby Quamby Bluff and Liffey Falls are picturesque natural attractions for visitors to admire. Tourists can endeavour to find their way around the hedge Maze. The town of Carrick can be visited from Westbury.

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