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The Miners Cottage
Charters Towers,
Charters Towers Area
Admission Costs and Entry Information
Email:
theminerscottage@hotmail.com
Web:
www.theminerscottage.com.au
Description
The Miner's Cottage in Charters Towers is a restored workers' cottage built in the late 1800s. The building houses a fascinating collection of goldfields memorabilia which showcases the wonderful history of Charters Towers. It is much more than a museum full of relics! Experienced guides conduct tours through the rooms, explaining the various episodes of the city's development from the early discoveries of gold through to the present day mining activity under the streets.
The cottage especially caters for groups and school excursions. During the months of April to October, many hundreds of school age children visit The Miner's Cottage to learn about the history and to 'pan for real alluvial gold'.
The owner, Mr Alan Silverwood, is an experienced prospector and is always willing to pass on some tips on where to find gold. The Miner's Cottage has become a 'must see' attraction in the town.
Property Details
Facilities
- Shaded Area
- Visitor Information Centre
Activities
- Abseiling
- Fossicking
Other Information
Children:Children are welcome. Gold panning for real gold is available for children, and finders can keep what they find!
Pets Allowed:
Yes. Pets are allowed. Please contact operator for details.
How To Get There:
The Miner's Cottage is centrally located within the 'one square mile' heritage precinct of Charters Towers. Just a short walk from the Visitor Information Centre and Post Office. Look for the signpost direction at the corner of Gill Street and Deane Street near the Subway short.
Listed in Google Maps - simply search from The Miner's Cottage Charters Towers.
Entry Costs
| Entry | Cost | Valid From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $5.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | |
| Child (Aged 4-12) | $3.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | |
| Child (Aged 0-3) | $0.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Children three years and under are free of charge. |
| Child (Aged 4-12) | $13.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Gold Panning activity (with expert tuition). |
| Concession | $4.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Seniors card holders. |
| Family | $10.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | Two adults, and two children (under 12 years). |
| Group | $4.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | For groups of ten and over. |
| Student | $4.00 | 01 Mar 11 - 31 Mar 12 | On presentation of student card. |
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26 Deane Street
Charters Towers
Queensland 4820 Australia
Charters Towers
Queensland 4820 Australia
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum costs only. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator . All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.
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