Things to see and do

Metal artefacts hang on hooks against an old brick wall. Photo: Rob Burnett.

Recently listed as a World Heritage Site along with Woolmers Estate, Brickendon is one of the most unique sites you will find in Australia. Built by convicts and owned by the same family since 1824, more than 20 heritage buildings to explore, magnificent gardens to wander, farm and river walks, friendly farm animals, river frontage for great fishing and all in all, a great place to visit for the day or stay on for the night.

Opening hours

Brickendon Historic Farm Village and Heritage Gardens are currently open to day visitors.

October–May
Tuesday to Sunday
9.30am–5pm (last entry 4.15pm)

June–September
Tuesday to Sunday
10am–4pm (last entry 3.15pm)

  • Accommodation guests are welcome any day and have unlimited access to the Farm Village and Heritage Gardens.
  • Groups are welcome but please book in advance.
  • Animal feeding starts at 10.15am daily.
  • Closed Christmas Day.

Entry prices

for Farm Village and Gardens

  • Adult $18.50
  • Concession $17
  • Child $6
  • Family $55 (2 adults and 3 or more children)

If you are coming during winter, you will find that the gardens are not in bloom, but the amazing 180-year-old trees are a feature. Tasmania is a temperate climate, and the plants are normally in hibernation during the colder months. The Farm Village is also a little quieter as we move some of the animals into other paddocks to spell them ready for spring growth. We do, however, feed the animals each morning at 10.15 am, and the buildings are all open for you to explore.

Brickendon has a number of interesting options for group tours and school groups. As a World Heritage Site we can offer our guests a unique Tasmanian experience. We are very happy to work with you to make sure your group has a wonderful time.