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Oatlands - Tasmania
Oatlands is a lovely, historic town on the Midland Highway. It is 83 kilometres north of Hobart and 116 kilometres south of Launceston. It is one of Tasmania’s oldest settlements, with stunning Georgian architecture and more than 150 sandstone buildings.
Many of the sandstone buildings were built by convicts in the early 1800s. They now line the high street of Oatlands and are used as cafes, boutique accommodations, and antique and craft stores.
In the middle of town, you will see a wonderful windmill. This is Callington Mill, a Lincolnshire Tower Mill built in 1837. You can wander the grounds and read the history of the windmill, granary, stables, and cottage.
Around town, you will see many historic buildings, including the Court House, which is the oldest building in Oatlands and dates back to 1829. You will also see some interesting topiaries.
You can also wander along the shores of Lake Dulverton. This lovely shallow lake is popular for fishing, birdwatching, and camping.
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