nextJanuary 2010
The above set of pictures are examples of Queenstown’s unique heritage; all of these sites have at some point recently been under the threat of development. Conservation and Restoration has enabled these buildings to survive and add significantly to Queenstown’s character.
The Coronation Bath House
The Coronation Bath House was built in 1911 on the beach in Queenstown Bay to commemorate the coronation of George V. By 1993 only the central octagon remained and it was run down and subject to vandalism.
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The Old Courthouse – “Guilty Bar”
The Courthouse was designed by F. W. Burwell in 1878 and became a central feature in the establishment of early Queenstown. It fulfilled this role for more than 125 years before being replaced by a new building in 2007.
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The Williams Cottage
Built in 1864, the Williams Cottage is Queenstown’s oldest remaining house. In the 1980s it was threatened with demolition due to the high value of its lakefront site. A Trust was established to protect and restore the cottage.
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