Experiences
Explore as much or as little as you like. Everything in town is within easy walking distance here in Ilfracombe. You’ll find something for every everyone, and visitors of every age will enjoy exploring.
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THINGS TO DO
MACHINERY MILE
The Machinery Mile hosts a range of equipment from engines to earthmoving machinery. A wonderful display of machinery, some of it very rare and almost all collected within 100 miles of the town, can be seen along the main road. The display is free of charge, however donations are welcome via the donation box.
ROMANI HALL MEMORIAL
There are a number of machine guns and weapons from all over the world. Bombs, grenades, pistols, ammo, German rifles, leave and enlistment documents, letters, badges, bullets, tobacco tins and more, all relating to the war.
MINERAL SPA
Feel the benefits of these therapeutic mineral waters as you soak your travel weary muscles in the Ilfracombe Artesian Spa. Step on in and immerse yourself in the rejuvenating mineral waters which are believed to contain healing properties.
LANGENBAKER HOUSE
A very special attraction is Langenbaker House, a teamster's cottage that was one of the first homes in Ilfracombe. What makes it totally fascinating is that the home was owned by one family for a century and inside hardly a stick of furniture has been moved since 1920. It was one of the first homes in Ilfracombe and was the residence of Harry and Mary-Ann Langenbaker and their 11 children.
WELLSHOT CENTRE
The Wellshot Centre tells the story of one of Australia's greatest sheep stations, Wellshot Station. An interesting place to visit as it traces the history and development of the station from its early settlement, how it was formed and how people lived and worked there. Wellshot Station gained a world record in 1892 for shearing the largest number of sheep off the same property in one season!
ANTIQUE SHOP
Located in the former St Johns Anglican Church, you will find genuine antique, vintage and collectable jewellery and a wide range of pottery, glass and unique items from days gone by. Our aim is to provide unique items at affordable prices.
You can also follow them on facebook - @Ilfyantiques to see their new stock!
THE TWELVE MILE
Located 20 km south of Ilfracombe heading towards Isisford, you will go past Stockyard Creek and 12 Mile is on the left. Turn at the 12 mile sign, then drive the 100 metres to behind the dam. You will find shaded picnic tables, plenty of parking and camping grounds. Self guided maps are available from the Wellshot Information Centre to help you explore this incredible formation.
ILFRACOMBE POST OFFICE
A beautiful old tongue and groove building housing Australia Post, Library, Gift Shop and Second Hand Clothing store. This unique building celebrated in April 2010 the Post Office centenary of the first motor mail delivery in the Commonwealth of Australia, which took place between Ilfracombe and Isisford.
ILFRACOMBE GARDEN NURSERY
Ilfracombe Garden Nursery has the largest selection of plants in the district. They also stock Glazed and Terracotta Pots, Wall Art, Garden Furniture and seedlings. They are open from 8.30 am to 5.00pm every Sat and Sun and any Public Holidays
Also by appointment on 0407207187