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This tower was located on the site of the old York Stockade, one of the town’s defense dating back to the 1850s. Rebuilt in 1891, replacing the original one at the same location. The original fire bell, a Sheffield bell dated 1874, is still in this tower. Four clock bells, manufactured by John Taylor and Co., Loughborough, England in 1903, moved into this tower after the 1930s earthquakes, which destroyed the post office clock tower in Victoria Avenue. The clock bells still ring at every 15 minutes today.
An extensive collection of natural and human artifacts with a strong regional emphasis.
Well known for its large collection of British, European and NZ art.
Has both indoor and outdoor gardens with some bush walks.
Contains fascinating displays of river-related artefacts and photographs of the riverboat era. Also offers river cruises in a paddle steamer on Saturdays 11AM & 2PM in Jan - Mar.
A state-integrated coeducational boarding, secondary school that was founded in 1854, which has a beautiful campus with some attractive old brick buildings. You cannot drive through the grounds during school hours as the school's main thoroughfare - the only one wide enough for cars - is used heavily throughout the day.
Tram rides on Sundays and some holidays.