York Town

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York Town is a rural locality in the local government areas of West Tamar and Latrobe in the Launceston and North-west and west LGA regions of Tasmania. The locality is about 7 kilometres north-west of the town of Beaconsfield. The 2016 census has a population of 72 for the state suburb of York Town. It was the first attempt to establish a British presence in northern Tasmania, in 1804. It was a "bustling village" until 1808. ()

Population: ~70 pplCoordinates: 41°9'7"S, 146°45'54"E

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York Town – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre, Bass and Flinders Centre, Beauty Point.

4.3 miSE
Mine, History museum, Museum
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre, Beaconsfield
111 min walk • The Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre is located in Beaconsfield, Tasmania. It was originally called the Grubb Shaft Gold and Heritage Museum. It was formed in 1972 after discussions were held as to forming a district museum, after which construction of the actual centre began, finally being opened in 1984.
4.2 miNE
41°6'28"S • 146°49'16"E
Bass and Flinders Centre, George Town
108 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum
3 miE
Town
Beauty Point
76 min walk • One of the main attractions in Beauty Point is the iconic Seahorse World, where visitors can explore the fascinating world of seahorses and other marine creatures. The guided tours provide an educational and interactive experience, allowing visitors to learn about the...

York Town

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York Town – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre, Beaconsfield

Bass and Flinders Centre, George Town

Beauty Point