WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON

757 WARROCK RD CASTERTON, GLENELG SHIRE

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    WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON - History

    Purchased in 1843 by George Robertson as a grazing run,he constructed over 57 timber and 3 brick station buildings over 47 yrs. Timber structures were built around an original weatherboard cottage from 1844.

    Interpretation of Site

    WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON - Interpretation of Site

    Series of farm and domestic buildings constructed since 1844.

    Archaeological Significance

    WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON - Archaeological Significance

    The site is archaeologically significant as an intact example of pastoral station life dating to 1843. Site is likely to contain intact deposits relating to the occupation and running of the station during the 19th century.

    Historical Significance

    WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON - Historical Significance

    Significant for its associations with early European settlement in Western Victoria & outstanding example of 19th century pastoral life.

    Heritage Inventory Description

    WARROCK HOMESTEAD, CASTERTON - Heritage Inventory Description

    Homestead site with 57 buildings and related structures, dating from George Robertson's first settlement in 1844. Building inlcudes woolsheds, a rfreestanding conservatory, brick lined saw-pit, original cottages, sheds, coach house, blacksmith's shop, stables, stys, barns, together with an extensive range of original equipment.

    Heritage Inventory Significance: State

    Recorded by: J. Harrington Date Recorded: 00AUG1995

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