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walk back These are just some of the interesting public buildings in Beverley - if you wander along the residential streets you'll also see some classic houses dating back 100 years.

 

Union Bank
The Union Bank Building

Built in 1907 in the Federation Free Classical style, this style was common in the city but this is a rare example of a building in this style in a regional town.

Freemasons Hotel doorway
The Freemasons Hotel

The first building on this site was erected in 1886, and was extended in 1908 with wide verandahs. Unfortunately these were removed, along with many others in Western Australian towns in the 1950s. It is a good example of a typical country pub.

 

doorway 100 Vincent Street
100 Vincent Street

These two early buildings have been used for a number of different businesses including as a new car showrrom and now as a hairdressing salon.

Westfarmers building
Westfarmers Building

This building dates from 1898 and was first used as the Council Chambers for the Beverley Roads Board. It was later used by the Fire Brigade for many years and is now used by Westfarmers.

 

The Beverley Court House

Built in 1897 this impressive building was designed by architect George Temple-Poole in the Federation Free Classical and Federation Arts and Crafts style. It was closed as a Court House in 1980.


The Police Cottages

These houses were constructed for police officers in 1910 in the Federation Georgian style. The one closest to the Court House was used as the Police Station and lock-up.

 

Roads Board offices
The Roads Board Offices

This was built in 1908 and used as the council offices until 1961. Now a private residence, this building has a classical and ornate pediment.

More interesting buildings....

Our walk along Vincent Street has shown you some of the interesting styles of architecture in Beverley.

Other buildings of interest are the churches in the town and in surrounding settlements. You'll need to drive to see some of them - ask at the Information Centre for details of how to find them.

Click on the link below to see the churches of Beverley.

 
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