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Lobethal
Township
Lobethal
History
In
1841 Pastor Fritzsche and his group arrived in Port Adelaide on their ship
the "Skjold". 274 people had set sail from Prussia, 52 had died
at sea.
They
searched for a place to settle along the western branch of the Onkaparinga
River and on the 4th
May 1842 in an open-air service, 18 families gathered and named the town
Lobethal.
Lobethal
has the oldest Lutheran church still in use in Australia. In a rare
example the pulpit stands as a part of and above the altar.
In
1917 the Town was renamed Tweedvale and then changed back in 1936 for the
Centenary of the State.Some of the Towns original buildings still stand;
81 Main St is a fine example as is the building opposite the bakery.
Just
a few kilometers out on the Gumeracha Lobethal Rd stands a cottage in a
poor condition the early method of construction can be clearly seen.
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Lobethal Township
In
and around Lobethal
· Old
Woollen Mill
The
Onkaparinga woolen mill was first built in the 1870s as a Distillery. In
the early 1900s the building was badly damaged by fire. The mill
eventually closed and now home to the Hart of theHills market.
· Lobethal
Museum;
The
history of Lobethal is captured in a Museum built over the top of the
original Lutheran Collage and Seminary. The first in the Southern Hemisphere,
the little building only 3mtrs x 4mtrs with timber shingle roof is now
enclosed by the museum. Open Sundays and Public holidays from 2pm to 5pm.
· Costume
Museum
· Pikes
Bakery
· Polocross
Lobethal
Lights
The
award wining Lobethal Lights have become almost a pilgrimage for a lot of
people, a gift from the people of Lobethal to the wider community. In
celebration of the festive season, hundreds of houses come alive with
Christmas lights during the last two weeks before Christmas. Visitors
during the lights reach nearly 300, 000 people. more... | |
Daylily
garden
The establishment of Daylily Garden commenced in the mid
1950's with the planting of the more significant trees, such as Canadian
Redwoods, Copper Beech, Pecan, Maple & Liquidambar etc. This then
paved the way for mass planting of Daylilies, Camellias and Rhododendrons.
Meandering paths take visitors on a journey of discovery, this tour
includes features such as ponds, formal rose garden (with displays of
David Austin varieties), hedges, ferns and rolling lawns. Daylily garden
is a perfect setting for photographs, picnics, tours or quiet reflection.
This garden has been designed for year round enjoyment. |  
 
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Fairyland
Village
Set in
the beautiful Adelaide Hills in the town of Lobethal, Fairyland village
has been entertaining children, parents and grand parents since 1973. A
bushland walk takes visitors along a winding trail from one quaint little
cottage to the next, each cottage displays a life size scene of a
fairytale. Beautifully complimented by Lead-light windows, cast iron
stoves and an array of antiques and memorabilia the park will delight all
ages. There is a gift shop with a range of fairy gifts, fairy dresses,
wands, crowns and ornaments. Light snacks are also available in the tea
room.
The park
is open weekends, school and public holidays. From 10.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Entry can be arranged at other times by phone. Group bookings are welcome.
The park will be closed During
times of extreme weather conditions, and Christmas day. | The National Motor Museum
One of the finest and largest collections of antique cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles is housed within The National Motor Museum. A gift shop, a cafe, barbecue facilities, a playground and many other amenities are located on the site. The museum is located in the Birdwood township in the Adelaide Hills.
Address: Shannon Street Birdwood SA Australia |  | | | |  | The Big Rocking Horse & Toy
Factory, Gumeracha
The Toy Factory at Gumeracha is the biggest rocking horse in the world. Set in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, only 45 minutes from the city centre, The Big Rocking Horse stands over 18 metres high. They are the manufacturers of Australia's largest range of quality wooden toys at factory direct prices. This family business has been operating successfully for
over 25 years. Browse through a huge selection of souvenirs, novelties and gifts. Enjoy a meal in our licensed cafe. Shady picnic areas are provided. Visit our three hectare bush park. | |
Gumeracha
Township
Gumeracha is a township set in the beautiful Torrens
Valley region of the northern Adelaide Hills, 36 km north- east of
Adelaide City in South Australia.
Set in the rolling hills, the town is surrounded by
vineyards, olive groves, orchards and farmland. The population of 700 is a
mixture of long-standing residents connected to farming, horticulture or
viticulture, and commuters working in the metropolitan area.
People of the town are proud of the town’s heritage,
community spirit and friendly welcoming atmosphere.
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