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Old Victoria Hospital Heritage Trail, Geraldton

The Victoria Hospital Heritage Trail is a path back through time which explores the many different uses of this precinct over the years.  Learn about the history of the penal and medical system in the old Victoria District, from colonial times to the modern day.

Trail difficulty
Easy
  • Length 0.7km
  • Est. time Less than 1 hour
  • Dog friendly
  • Circuit / loop
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With many of the original buildings still standing, this site has has a unique history, evolving from a convict depot originally built in 1857, to a long serving gaol and hospital site.  This trail includes the opportunity to enjoy memorabilia displays at the old Victoria Hospital, along with arts and craft sales at the Old Gaol.  Weekend Markets are also held regularly at this site.

In 2021 the site became known as the Geraldton Heritage Precinct - Ngurra Barlunggu and is managed by the National Trust of Australia (WA).

Geraldton Regional Library

08 9956 6659

Geraldton Visitor Centre

(08) 9956 6670

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Time / Duration

Up to 1 hour

Length

700 metres around perimeter of complex

Fees

Free

Trail Access

Air, road or bus to Geraldton

Trail Start

Geraldton Heritage Precinct, Ngurra Barlunggu, Corner Chapman Road and Bayly Street, Geraldton

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Trail End

Geraldton Heritage Precinct, Ngurra Barlunggu, Corner Chapman Road and Bayly Street, Geraldton

When to go

Enjoyable throughout the year

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What To Pack

Facilities

  • Car Park
  • Child Activities
  • Coach Parking
  • Dog Friendly
  • Guide
  • Interpretive Centre
  • All accessible parking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shaded Area
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Today Oct 10, 4:40am

14°C

Feels like 14°C

Max 28°

Min 14°

Precipitation: 0%

Visibility: 10km

Wind: 3.84km/h S

8-day forecast

Sat

28°

14°

Sun

28°

15°

Mon

29°

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Tue

29°

15°

Wed

31°

17°

Thu

31°

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Fri

31°

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Sat

33°

17°

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