Local Government
Boyup Brook
Region
South West
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Location
Railway Pde Boyup Brook
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1909
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 12 May 2015 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 18 Aug 1995 |
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Statement of Significance
The Railway Barracks are significant to the social and historic development of Boyup Brook. They are significant to the development of the town which began after the arrival of the railway in 1909.
Physical Description
The original eight roomed building comprised a series of weatherboard cabins. The building has been altered and extended over the years and is currently used to provide tourist accommodation.
History
The Railway Barracks were constructed in 1909 to provide accommodation for workers on the railway which was extended to Boyup Brook in that year.
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Other |
| Original Use | Transport\Communications | Comms: Housing or Quarters |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Vernacular |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | TIMBER | Weatherboard |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| TRANSPORT & COMMUNICATIONS | Rail & light rail transport |
Creation Date
15 Nov 2011Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
19 Apr 2021Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.