On Sunday 6th is the Bus Tour of Glenwillan Historical Homestead at Wallup. Celebrating it's centenary this year, the historic "Glenwillan" homestead is a gracious double brick (55 square) Federation-style home situated on 10 hectares of natural native bushland. It has tiled verandahs on three sides, large rooms with open fireplaces, leadlight windows, ornate plaster ceilings and the original furniture. The homestead is surrounded by pleasant old fashioned gardens, and historic buildings, including the original large barn still in use for wool and grain storage, thatched straw stable and cellar.
Attendees should take a BYO picnic lunch to enjoy at the grand 20 place dining table or in the grounds under the 100-year-old mulberry tree.
The bus tour departs from the Horsham Town Hall rear carpark at 11am returning at 3pm. The cost is $25 per person and bookings are essential phone 5382 7227 or email haven27@wimmera.com.au
Hi! I just happened to stumble over your old blog post here. I'm researching the Scots in Australia for my new book and I happened to stumble over the very fascinating story of the McRae family and the Glenwillan homestead. Would you, by any chance, have contact details for anyone? It is my understanding that the homestead is still managed by descendants. Best wishes, Tanja Bueltmann
ReplyDeleteHi Tanja
ReplyDeleteYes the McRae still run Glenwillan, you can even stay there as they operate self-contained accommodation at the homestead - the best place to write your book!
Robert & Janet's phone number is 03 53989224 or check out Glenwillan on the Net.