Local Government
Toodyay
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
61 Folewood Rd Toodyay
Location Details
GPS: 0448590 6508403
Other Name(s)
Spion Kop
The Cascades
Construction Date
Constructed from 1882
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 01 Dec 2012 |
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 | 27 Aug 1998 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
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| Classified by the National Trust | Recorded | 07 Jun 1977 |
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Heritage Council | |
Statement of Significance
The place has aesthetic value as a good example of the use of local stone in the construction of a substantial home in the 1880's. The place also has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape of Toodyay. The place has historic value for its association with the first resident Wesleyan Priest in Toodyay, Rev. Holliday who also made a contribution to the local community as Mayor of Toodyay 1897-1898.
Physical Description
Rubble stone and brick cottage with an iron roof. Single storey with cellar at the elevated level to the rear of the property supported in timber posts. The side timber extension is c.2008-09. mature terraced gardens. Dilapidated mudbrick outhouse but foundations are still evident.
History
a map shows that in 1867 Lots 71 and 712 were noted as a Presbyterian manse and school. Possibly the land was donated by Thomas Farmer for that purpose. He was a proponent of the Temperance movement and owned adjoining properties in Folewood Road. in 1881 the idea of stationing a minister in Toodyay was discussed and in 1883 Reverend Holliday arrived. This building is possibly the private home he had constructed. in 1894 Holliday took over the Wesleyan congregation for the Eastern Districts Circuit and retired a year later in 1895, becoming Mayor of Toodyay between 1897 and 1898 and the first Master of the Freemasons at which time 'Spion Kop' was still his home.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Medium
Authenticity: Medium
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Two storey residence |
| Original Use | RELIGIOUS | Housing or Quarters |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | STONE | Local Stone |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Religion |
Creation Date
03 Aug 1995Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
19 Apr 2021Disclaimer
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