The Wellshot Centre

The Wellshot Centre

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  • Experience is free
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
  • General

Highlights

  • Explore the rich history of one of Australia's largest sheep stations at The Wellshot Centre in Ilfracombe.
  • Watch the gripping 20-minute film 'A Rush for Grass' showcasing pioneers' resilience against harsh climates.
  • Discover local attractions and souvenirs at the Visitor Information Centre, enhancing your regional experience.
  • Enjoy family-friendly facilities, including picnic areas and walking paths, perfect for a day out.
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The Wellshot Centre is dedicated to telling the story of one of Australia’s largest sheep stations. View a 20 minute film “A Rush for Grass” which graphically displays the challenges faced by early pioneers and their fortitude in adapting to a harsh and fickle climate.

The building is also the local Visitor Information Centre. The Wellshot Centre contains detailed information about local attractions as well as souvenirs.

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Accreditations

  • QLD – Outback Queensland Tourism

Features

  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Interpretive Centre
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet

Activities

  • Walks

Tags

  • Experience is free
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

Physical – Wheelchair

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

  • Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Accessible seating areas in theatrette
  • Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).

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