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York

A quintessential country town with a big history

  • 97km east of Perth
  • Sweet Treats
  • Wongborel/Mt Brown Lookout
The township of York is listed as a National Heritage Precinct. The town’s natural stone masonry pubs, pediments a-top buildings, and century-old manors tell stories of times gone by. Recently, York was reimagined as Upson Downs in Runt and Tunkwell in season two of The Twelve, showcasing its timeless charm on screen.
 
All year round, York hides a trail of tiny doors created for big imaginations, inviting visitors to discover York in a charming and creative way. Themes are added and doors are moved each season to keep tiny hunters guessing. 
Visit York
Aerial view of a scenic river winding through York with a mix of buildings and trees. A bridge spans the river, and hills can be seen in the background under a clear blue sky.
A historic outdoor museum in York with rustic wooden and stone buildings under a clear sky. Vintage machinery is displayed, and a person in blue walks across the dirt courtyard. Trees are seen in the background.
A sunny park in York with a playground, featuring swings, slides, and climbing structures. Trees and grass surround the area, and people can be seen enjoying the park.

Must Do's in York

Make your first stop the York Town Hall, constructed in 1911, and home to the York Visitor Centre. The building showcases the ambitious plans settlers had for the town, with its sweeping jarrah staircase, pressed tin ceilings, and ornate column pillars. It was designed to be large enough to generate income from travelling picture-shows, but with the start of the First World War priorities changed and York never recovered the same confidence expressed in the Town Hall’s construction.

Tours of the Town Hall take you on a journey through the days of its prosperous history, including tragic tales of the ‘permanent residents’ that linger, and into spaces that are not generally available for public access. The team at the Visitor Centre within can tailor other walking and coach tours, and recommend eateries, attractions and accommodation options.

 

A poignant reminder of York’s convict past and policing in the mid 1800’s. The complex includes a cell block, exercise yard, troopers’ cottage, and two courtrooms that were used until 1896. Today the complex showcases an extensive array of contemporary and traditional Aboriginal art and artisan products. Regular ‘Trooper Tours’ are also available throughout the year.

Complementing York’s built heritage are its natural attractions of sweeping canola fields, golden farmlands, bush trails, orchid reserves, and wildflower hotspots.

Take some time to selfdrive the area from the hamlet town of Greenhills and its heritage trails through to White Gum Air Park with its gyrocopters and Boeing aeroplanes, or simply watch the sun set over the town atop the beautiful Wongborel / Mount Brown. The lookout is accessible by car, or by foot for the more energetic. Pack a picnic, order a share plate from town, or use the free gas barbecue to cook up a sunset meal. Mount Brown regularly has wallabies and kangaroos wandering the walk trails. In spring, carpets of everlasting wildflowers appear amongst the rocky outcrops.

The community-owned and operated York Motor Museum is dedicated to the preservation of Australian and world heritage motor vehicles for display to the general public.

York Motor Museum is the home of the original Crocodile Dundee valiant utility used in the movie and autographed on the dashboard by Paul Hogan.

Spanning the Avon River between Lowe Street and Pool Street, York’s suspension footbridge is a charming blend of steel cables and timber decking.
 
Originally opened in 1888 after a petition from residents, the “swinging bridge” has a rich history. In 1896, it was lengthened and relocated to its current position, and over the years, it has been rebuilt multiple times following damage from floodwaters, standing as a testament to the town’s enduring spirit.

A large number of artists, authors, growers and collectives also call York home, so it is no surprise that the town is teaming with artisan products, galleries, emporiums and collectives that showcase the town’s people and their artistry. Browse the Flour Mill Emporium, purveyors of eclectic and quirky finds, or support the Good Life Store’s vision of a wastefree world by pouring your own jar of honey.

Plan your trip to York

Tours and Trails

York is home to a collection of tour and trail options. From a Town Hall tour that includes the history of the building, the memorial board and an insight into Yorks diverse and intriguing History, while see behind the scenes areas of the Town Hall. Trails for cycling, walking or even the comfort of your aircon in a self-drive trail, it’s a perfect way to visit scenic locations and historical sights. Or ask the Friendly Visitor Centre Team about a bespoke tour, whether it’s a tour of the Avon Terrace building or recent filming productions, there is something for everyone.

York Motorcycle Festival

A free and family-oriented event held annually in April, featuring motorbike stunt shows, live music, trade displays, vintage markets, and kids’ activities. A charity ride is the highlight of the festival, starting from Perth city and ending in York, incorporating a number of back road rides across the two-day event.

YORKids

YORKids welcomes young people and their families over the WA Day long weekend each year.

A collection of interactive, engaging and hands on fun, all for free.

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Along the Terrace you will discover the York Motor Museum – the only community owned and operated motor museum in Australia. The museum houses WA’s largest private car collection and motoring memorabilia, with vintage, veteran, and classic cars, plus motorcycles.

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