Local Government
York
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
North Rd York
Location Details
Address contains: Lots 90, 91, 97-106, 109 & 110 North Rd, York. VFL - 21/6/2011. Sometimes known as 90 Spencers Brook Rd, York.
Other Name(s)
including Grandstand
Construction Date
Constructed from 1924, Constructed from 1991
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 | ||
| State Register | Registered | 03 Jun 2005 |
Register Entry Assessment Documentation |
Heritage Council |
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 | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 | Grade A |
Grade A |
|
Statement of Significance
Since 1846 this facility has been the home to the York Jockey Club, which is the oldest regional race club in Australia and is the oldest operating regional racetrack in Australia.
This is one of the few remaining regional racecourses incorporating timber buildings and as a racecourse constructed in the interwar period.
Reflects the growth and development of York into an important regional centre during the second half of the 19th century and the early 20th century.
Physical Description
Located at the foot of Mt Bakewell, in a rural picturesque setting, is the racecourse, grandstand, tote building and bar area, pavilion, committee rooms, stable shelters and associated yards, track elements and grounds.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Good
Authenticity: Good
Condition
Good
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Council’s Website. | Heritage Council of WA |
State Heritage Office library entries
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4774 | Grandstand, York Racecourse : conservaton plan. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 1998 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Grandstand |
| Original Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other Sports Building |
| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Grandstand |
| Present Use | SOCIAL\RECREATIONAL | Other Sports Building |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Vernacular |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | TIMBER | Weatherboard |
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Wall | METAL | Steel |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Sport, recreation & entertainment |
Creation Date
19 Jan 1994Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
02 Nov 2020Disclaimer
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