Donnybrook

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Donnybrook is 2.5hrs drive south of Perth and is home to the State's apple growing industry. Apple harvest takes place from approximately March to May each year. October is the best time to see the roads lined with an amazing display of apple and cherry blossom.

Home to the Granny Smith, but now with many other popular varieties of grown here, Donnybrook is also the home of the Lady Williams apple, the original seedling tree came up on a property to the West of Donnybrook. The tree is now 63 years old. Other varieties grown are Sundowner, Pink Lady, Fuji Gala & Royal Gala. The apple festival is held every year on Easter Sunday.

Jarrah was a substantial factor in the development of the Donnybrook region. Now only a small mill remains in the Shire, Bedford's Mill in Brookhampton. Visitors can find many wood turning outlets throughout the Shire.

The Donnybrook Amphitheatre and pedestrian bridge, near the centre of town, is a great picnic spot on the banks of the Preston River. Made of Donnybrook stone, the 600 seat amphitheatre is a unique structure well worth visiting.

Historical buildings and buildings built from Donnybrook Stone can be seen around the Town. A Working quarry can be viewed just out of town and a factory can be visited for tours.

A fruit & vegetable packing shed can be visited in the centre of town. There are many art & crafts places to visit in Donnybrook and Balingup and scenic drives.

History

Unique to the South West was Donnybrook's "gold rush" in 1897 but the rush only lasted four years. The Trigwell family, who have been on the original land for many generations, have rebuilt the poppet head over the original Hunters Venture mine and have turned the working orchard into a popular tourist attraction for Donnybrook. History can be found at the Old Goldfields Orchard.

Things to do

Discover Ayers Gardens - apple shaped lights, a display of Donnybrook stone, & a 97yo Old Oak Tree.
Rotary Lookout - picturesque views over Donnybrook and surrounding districts.
Memorial Hall - public library, memorial to WWI victims.
WA's apple growing region - taste the local produce.
Historical buildings - take a stroll round the town and discover the towns history.
Browse the many art and crafts places in the town.

Interactive Map & Directions

Address: South Western Hwy, Donnybrook, WA, 6239, Australia

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