Australia’s grandest rural colonial estate
Set in 7 hectares of parklands on the banks of the South Esk River, this magnificent three-storey Georgian house has servants’ quarters, a heritage walled garden, several farm buildings and a rare avenue of elms.
It was built in 1838 as an extraordinary statement of achievement for wealthy wool grower and merchant, James Cox, who was born in Wiltshire, England.
Although Clarendon was built with convict labour, Mr Cox was known to treat his convicts well and he later played a major role in the abolition of transportation and convict labour.
Entry to Clarendon Estate includes the gardens; Clarendon Fashion Collection with precious gowns from the 1830’s to 1960’s; and the Norfolk Plains Heritage Centre, offering photo collections together with family history records and advice.
The house is accessible by guided tours or special events and is also available as a truly unique venue for hire (see below).
*Due to structural issues with the building housing the Australian Fly Fishing Museum, the museum will be temporarily closed and moved to a new venue on the site. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. For further information please call the Co-ordinator on 0447 393 899.
