Richmond Village - Southern Tasmania
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Richmond Village - Southern Tasmania
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Richmond Village - The Iconic Richmond Bridge
Richmond Bridge - The oldest convict built bridge in Australia
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Richmond Village - Southern Tasmania
Richmond Village is a fantastic location just outside of Hobart City and is definitely a spot worth visiting. In fact, Richmond Village is actually the most visited location in Tasmania, perhaps because it is only 20mins outside of Hobart City, the capital of Tasmania. With a wonderful collection of arts and crafts stores, gourmet food options and old Georgian colonial ear style building and stories to tell, it is worth a detour or visit.
We love to help promote this area, and we have put together a listing of some of the Richmond Village activities, accommodation and Airbnb’s, food and wine cellar doors and more to see while you are visiting Richmond Village.
Richmond Village - Having a little walk around and visit
Richmond Village - Southern Tasmania
Richmond is a picture-perfect town in the heart of the Coal River Valley wine region that tells the story of an early Australian colonial village.
This is the perfect place to learn about Tasmania's past and can be as easy as a stroll down the pretty nineteenth century streets. Richmond has more than 50 Georgian buildings, many beautifully restored and now operating as cafes, restaurants, galleries and accommodation.
The town's most photographed landmark is the Richmond Bridge. Built by convicts in the 1820s, it's the oldest bridge in Australia and offers a perfect picnic spot on the grassy banks of the Coal River.
The Richmond Gaol is also the oldest gaol in Australia. Standing inside the stone cells gives an eerie insight into the hardships and brutality of convict life in early Van Diemen's Land.
Not so confronting is the Hobart Town Historical Model Village where you can learn about the life of settlers in Hobart in the 1820s.
There's also plenty of good food and wine to enjoy, from traditional bakeries and pubs in town to nearby vineyards with cellar doors and restaurants serving up the best Tasmanian produce.
If travelling to the East Coast or Tasman Peninsula from Hobart, consider visiting Richmond on the way.
Richmond is a 30-min drive (24 km) east of Hobart
Richmond Village Wine Wall. One map of all of the Coal River Valley Wine Producers
Richmond Village: Booking Public Day Tours
There are several local tour and transport providers that operate Richmond Village tours or have included Richmond Village as part of a much larger tour. Several of the local Tasmanian tour operators also run shuttle style services to and from Richmond, while also linking these into other larger day tours. These are often cheap and efficient options to get you to and from Richmond Village.
Richmond Village - The Bridge
Richmond in southern Tasmania is home to many buildings and structures built by convicts under the most appalling conditions. One such structure, the Coal River Bridge was completed in 1825, making it the oldest surviving freestone bridge in Australia.
For some years Richmond had been used as a crossing point for people travelling by land to the Tasman and Forestier Peninsulas. The bridge was built by convict labour between 1823 and 1825 for movement of military, police and convicts between Hobart and Port Arthur. The bridge was originally named Bigge's Bridge after Royal Commissioner, John Thomas Bigge, who recognised the need for a bridge across the Coal River in 1820.
There also several ducks that live underneath and around the bridge. Please observe these creatures and don’t try to feed them, it is a painful process and is actually dangerous for the ducks to continuously eat bread or similar items that people throw into the water
Richmond Village - Food & Beverage Stops
Any outing of with friends or family, even if you are down here in Tasmania visiting or having a bit of a look around, isn’t complete until you have that all important meal of the day; the lunch. Richmond Village fits this image perfectly, with old sandstone buildings by the dozen, a slow and relaxed feeling to the village and in fact you can just see people strolling around with ice-cream or chatting at cafes. There is the upmarket or the pub. Richmond Village has a lot to choose from when you visit.
We have done some of the leg work and organised a listing of some of the best Richmond Village Food & Beverage options.
Richmond Arms - Pub
Standing proudly in the heart of one of Australia’s most historic towns is The Richmond Arms Hotel. Our grand sandstone hotel combines modern comforts and old world ambiance for a uniquely Tasmanian experience.
Wattlebanks - Cafe
THE CONCEPT IS SIMPLE – LOCALLY SOURCED, HIGH QUALITY PRODUCE DESIGNED TO SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
Pooley Cellar Door & Pizzas - Wine Cellar Door
OUR CELLAR DOOR IS OPEN DAILY FROM 10AM – 5PM. ENJOY A GOURMET PLATTER OF LOCAL CHEESES AND CHARCUTERIE WITH YOUR FAVOURITE POOLEY WINE.
OUR POPULAR WEEKEND PIZZA’S @ POOLEY ARE AVAILABLE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 12PM – 3PM.
Coal Valley Creamery - Dessert
Located in the beautiful historic town of Richmond, Tasmania opposite the village green.
The Richmond Bridge - ducks just chilling in Tasmania
Richmond Village - Cellar Doors in the Area
Richmond Village sits at the centre of the Coal River Valley and it would be remiss of us to not mention or help to showcase some of the many cellar doors and vineyards that have a shop for you to rock up and taste at. This is not a complete list of all the Vineyard Cellar Doors that are in the Coal River Valley, but it is some of our favourite Coal River Valley Producers.
Pooley Cellar Door & Pizzas - Wine Cellar Door
Pooley Wines is a five star rated multi award winning Tasmanian family winery located in the heart of the Tasmania’s famous wine producing region, the Coal River Valley.
Domaine A
Our vines are grown over an eleven hectare single vineyard. Cabernet sauvignon, of course, alongside cabernet franc, merlot, petit verdot and pinot noir. As for white? Our Lady A is legendary, inspired by the famous oaked sauvignon blanc of Bordeaux.
Nocton Estate Cellar Door
Every grape that goes into our wine is sourced from our vineyard, situated amongst the rolling hills of the Coal Valley. This allows us to perfectly capture the unique terroir of our region.
Pooley Cellar Door & Pizzas - Wine Cellar Door. One of the leading Tasmanian Wine Producers
Richmond Village - Colonial Buildings to Visit
Richmond Village certainly has its fair share of old or colonial era buildings to have a look at while touring around Richmond.
Richmond Goal - The oldest non restored convict built goal in Australia
Richmond Village - Arts & Crafts
Richmond Village has a great selection of arts and crafts stores that sell everything from local artists that live in Richmond and around the area.
One of the best selections of what to buy in Richmond Village is here.
Sightseeing Tours of Tasmania: Extended Travel & Tours
Our Partner business, Coal River Coaches and Bus Charter Tasmania has been operating in Tasmania for over 25 years and is one of the leading coach companies in Tasmania. Some of their extended Tasmanian tour programs do stop at Richmond - maybe this will be of use to you when you are thinking of travelling to Richmond Village in Tasmania?
Richmond Goal - The oldest non restored convict built goal in Australia
Richmond Village: Private Group Coach Tours
Travelling as a private group could be one of the best decision you make when wanting some of the best Tasmanian sightseeing tours available. Our Partner business, Coal River Coaches and Bus Charter Tasmania has been operating in Tasmania for over 25 years and is one of the leading coach companies in Tasmania. With the most professional coach captains and the best luxury coaches travelling Tasmania on sightseeing tours, these extended sightseeing trips are a great way to experience this fabulous state of Tasmania.
Coal River Coaches professionally trained coach captain undergo an extensive inhouse 12 week training program so that they are adequately prepared for any group tour or sightseeing experience that may be required. All group sightseeing tour coach captains are accredited Tourism Tasmania - Tasmanian Specialists tour guides with all captains having completed the online requirements for this qualification.
Customized Tasmanian Sightseeing Tours & Travel Itineraries: With more than 25 years of Tasmanian sightseeing tour and travel experience, the team at Coal River Coaches has the ability to create a small to large group tour and travel program that is based entirely around the groups needs or desires.
Group touring to Richmond Village: Travel and tour from groups of 4 - 57 people to one of the most vsisited sites in Tasmania - Richmond Village
Request a detailed quote from Coal River Coaches: Online Quote Form Here
Richmond Village: Hire Cars & Vehicles
Don’t want to pigeonhole yourself into the classic sightseeing day tour or travel program with other punters? Or you are just a couple or by yourself, so you want to your own sightseeing tour of Tasmania at your pace where you get to make the decisions on when and where to stop. That is great because there are some fantastic car hire lenders that offer great service and personalised tour programs themselves.
Check out these great suppliers below.
Overdrive Car Hire
Tasmania is a driver’s destination. Whilst comparatively smaller than other Australian states, our island has varied terrain and landscapes to entertain you. There are very few freeways but our roads are mostly well-maintained and traffic is relatively light.
Contact Overdrive: Here
Richmond Village: Accommodation Hotspots
Well…. we just love some of the offerings that Tasmania has to offer the inbound sightseeing guest or indeed the locals as well. From chic, to luxury, to budget and a little bit of Tasmanian uniqueness in the mix, we have listed some of our favourite Richmond Village accommodation places so that your sightseeing tours while here in Tasmania can be one thing: the best experience of your life. Check below for your Tasmanian accommodation recommendations.
Propect House Private Hotel
Set on the outskirts of the historic village of Richmond, and a short 20-minute drive from Hobart Airport, sits the 1830’s built convict brick mansion Prospect House.
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Alexeanders of Richmond
B&B Accommodation in Richmond, Tasmania
Set in a peaceful setting amongst the pine trees, this 2 storey chalet in historic Richmond features - Cafes/restaurants, galleries, shops, model village and maze.
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Dasiy Banks Cottages Richmond
Daisy Bank Cottages is a self-contained farmstay accommodation in Richmond, located in a beautiful rural setting overlooking the Richmond village in the Coal River Valley, Tasmania.
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Richmond Village History: Tasmanian Travel & Expriences
Towards the end of 1803, a party from Lieutenant Bowen's settlement at Risdon Cove explored eastwards, hunting kangaroo and emu. They discovered coal and named the Coal River. Land grants to settlers encouraged settlement in the area. In 1823, the erection of the Richmond Bridge facilitated travel to the east coast and the Tasman Peninsula, as settlers pushed further in search of land. In 1824, the township of Richmond was named, following a complex land deal in which ninety acres of David Lord's Richmond Park estate were exchanged for 1400 acres adjacent to his property.
In the 1820's, Richmond became one of Lieutenant-Governor Arthur's police districts. The gaol, court house, barracks and a watch house were erected. Richmond continued to grow, largely because of its importance as a convict station and a military post.
In the 1830's, Richmond's position on the routes east and south made it a natural overnight stopping place. By the 1830's, several roads led in and out of the town. Inns increased in number. Businesses were established. There were eventually blacksmiths, wheelwrights, saddlers, stockyards, tanneries, a market place, a pound, brick and lime kilns, as well as general stores and other services.
In the 1850's, two daily coaches linked Richmond with the Restdown ferry at Risdon or Kangaroo Point at Bellerive. For most of the nineteenth century, the Coal River was accessible through Pitt Water, and there was considerable trade with Hobart. In 1872, the opening of the Sorell causeway (which caused the river to silt) and the extension of the Hobart-Launceston railway line through Campania had a dramatic effect on Richmond's growth. For the next one hundred years, Richmond was a stable, quiet rural community.
In the 1970s, awareness of the significance of Richmond's heritage began to develop. At the same time, Richmond grew as an arts and crafts centre, with a number of galleries opening. Richmond became recognised as an important Tasmanian tourist destination. More recently, the Coal River Valley has seen a diversification of agriculture, which has included the establishment of a number of successful vineyards.
This information © Dr Dianne Snowden
Must see Richmond Village Destinations
There are definitely some must see places in Richmond Village when you are considering planning your Tasmanian Sightseeing tours or travel. We have listed some of our favourites that you absolutely must see why you are travelling here in Tasmania on your sightseeing tours and while you are personally in Richmond Village.
Richmond: The Convict Bridge
See more infromation on the Richmond Bridge.
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Richmond: Local Woodcraft Shop
See more the woodcraft shop in Richmond Village
Richmond: Port Arthur Lavender Shop
See more on the Port Arthur Lavender Richmond Village Shop.
Richmond Village Events & Markets
There is always several great Richmond Village events and little markets that happen. But by far the best one that makes a Saturday out and about is the Richmond Village weekend market. With a wonderful selection of things to browse - or buy, the Richmond Village Market has something for everyone.
Richmond Village Market
Located in the beautiful and historic village of Richmond in Tasmania, just 25 minutes’ drive from Hobart, this lovely market is on every Saturday!
Date: Every Saturday, until 28 Sep 2019
Time: 9am - 3pm every Saturday
Venue: Richmond Village Green | 54 Bridge Street, Richmond