Its extensive heritage and interesting history are indicative of its important past, a past that is just begging to be explored. While the big cities of Tasmania are a great place to start your exploration of this spectacular part of the country, you will find that the small country towns offer a quieter, serene and more beautiful insight into the history of Tassy.
The best thing about visiting these towns would have to the wide open spaces of the lush green countryside and the quiet serenity of the wide Tasmanian skies that greet you. Now when it comes to small towns in Tassy, Forth definitely ranks as one of the most scenic, as well as one of the oldest.
Nestled on the banks of River Forth, it is only a 13 kilometre drive from the city of Devonport. This is where the ferry the Spirit of Tasmania docks from Melbourne, so for many it is their first port of call in Tasmania, making Forth a must for visitation.
Devonport is a popular choice for entering the state, because most of the main attractions lie within a days drive from there. Forth is of course just around the corner, and is a great place to kick off your exploration of Tasmania. The Forth River and valley is a great place to start, but why not check out the nearby attractions of the northern coastline, as well as similar small settlements lying nearby. Forth was the second settlement in the county of Devon, spreading its wings in the 's even before Devonport was settled.
The population of just people makes it the kind of town where everyone knows everybody and you will be made to feel extremely welcome. Many of the original buildings have been replaced since settlement, but there is still a strong sense of history about this old town. At the hub of this history is the Historic Bridge Hotel , which is one of the town's oldest buildings and still stands in almost its original form.
It was first licensed and opened in , and has managed to retain the old world charm and atmosphere of those times of the past. The building is in fact heritage listed and regarded as a national treasure. Here are some examples:. Not the 'Forth' you were after? Try the other Forth the regional area in Tasmania. Create a custom map : Click here to create a custom map including ' Forth '.
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Position within Australia. Your location. Places last visited. Braddons Lookout Braddons Lookout Road leads to Braddons Lookout, which was named after Sir Edward Nicholas Coventry Braddon who, after a long career in the British civil service, arrived in Tasmania in , entered state parliament in and was premier from The lookout affords excellent views across the Forth valley towards Turners Beach and Leith.
Leith and Turners Beach The tiny coastal settlements of Leith and Turners Beach attract small numbers of holidaying visitors to the area. There are two caravan parks at Turners Beach and the River Forth is noted for its good catches of salmon and mullet. Please try again later. The Sydney Morning Herald. February 8, —
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