What to do
Set against the backdrop of the Great Western Tiers, Deloraine is a pleasant town on the banks of the Meander River in north-eastern Tasmania. The town reflects its early history in its many colonial buildings while the surrounding area is used for mixed farming and dairying.
Deloraine
Deloraine is located midway between the cities of Launceston and Devonport.
The Deloraine area was first explored in 1823 and settled shortly thereafter. The town was given its name by the Surveyor Scott, after Sir William Deloraine in “Lay of the Last Minstrel”, a poem by his kinsman Sir Walter Scott. The Deloraine area has become a centre for artists and craftspeople, drawn by the lifestyle and inspired by the stunning scenery.
Enjoy a walk around Deloraine - there are street sculptures in the main street and more along the river bank. Do the circuit walk of the river - and possibly spot a platypus around dawn or dusk. Visit Wild Wood.
Visit Yarns and the excellent museum at the Western Tiers Information Centre or visit one of the cafes for coffee and cake.
For the more adventurous there are some stunning walks up into the Great Western Tiers - the Information Centre has details.
Discover More
There is a wide range of things to see and do in the North and North-West of Tasmania. A half-day trip from Deloraine can take you to the Tasmanian Copper and Metal Art Gallery at Carrick; touring the wild underground caves around Mole Creek; or explore Liffey Falls and the Highland Lakes district.
Watch the native Tasmanian devils being fed at Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary at Mole Creek, or sample the local produce at Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm, The Honey Farm and award-winning cheeses at Ashgrove Cheese Factory.
Within a day’s drive are the world-renowned tourist centres of Cradle Mountain, Strahan, Stanley, the East Coast and of course the major cities of Hobart and Launceston.
The Northern Tasmania website has a comprehensive listing of things to see and do in the region.