Glen Davis Shale Works Ruins Tours
Highlights
- Explore the historic ruins of Glen Davis Oil Shale Works and uncover Australia's first petrol supply attempt.
- Journey through time with experienced guides who share rich stories from the 1930s Depression and WWII.
- Witness the remnants of a bustling town that once housed 2,500 residents, bringing history to life.
- Discover fascinating historical photographs that illustrate the site's vibrant past during your guided tour.
Explore the historic ruins of Glen Davis Oil Shale Works on guided tours in New South Wales. This site marks Australia’s first commercial petrol supply attempt, operating from 1938 to 1952.
Named after George Davis, who, along with his brother Malcolm, was invited by the Commonwealth Government to develop the mine, Glen Davis grew into a bustling town of 2,500 residents.
Now on private land, our experienced tour guides will immerse you in the rich history of this significant site, offering insights into its role during the 1930s Depression and WWII.
Journey back in time and discover the fascinating history of Glen Davis.
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Tour/s
Glen Davis Shale works Saturday Tour
Embark on a 1.5 to 2-hour guided walk through the Glen Davis Shale Works ruins. The tour will cover the history of the site’s structures and the political hurdles that precipitated its shutdown. Participants will also get to see historical photographs from when the site was active.
Discover the origins of the shale, its significance, and the reasons why it was an extraordinary historical venture for its era.
Private tours can be arranged upon request.
Please note that there is no internet access available on-site.
Dogs are not permitted unless it is a private tour.
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