Local Government
Williams
Region
Wheatbelt
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Location
York-Williams Rd Williams
Location Details
Other Name(s)
& Blacksmiths shed
inc. Bell's Shearing Shed, Hay Shed and Yards
Construction Date
Constructed from 1912, Constructed from 1916
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 30 Jun 2000 | Category 2 |
Category 2 |
|
Child Places
Statement of Significance
The building is a fine example of the building style of this period. It is an important part of the
district's building stock and makes a positive contribution to the landscape.
Physical Description
Located on the east side of the York Road about 12 kms NE of Williams.
The dwelling consists of four bedrooms, kitchen and lounge. A verandah is on all four sides with a
bathroom on the back verandah (facing west):
Remnant trees of the orchard are on the west and south side of the house while a large flooded gum
has grown close to the northern edge.
History
The land was selected by John Douglas Bell shortly after the turn of the century. (1) The property
is still farmed by his descendants.
Integrity/Authenticity
Extent of Original Fabric: All
Condition
Fair
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| HG Cowin; "The Williams". p. 65 |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Stockyard |
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Homestead |
| Present Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Homestead |
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Servants or Shearers Quarters |
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Blacksmith's Shop |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | EARTH | Adobe {Mud Brick} |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
| OCCUPATIONS | Grazing, pastoralism & dairying |
Creation Date
27 Apr 2002Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
01 Jan 2017Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.