Willow Court Asylum Tours

19/01/2025

Some of our amazing guests visiting us this week on our new and exclusive “Willow Court Ghost Walk”

Come and join us as we share the history of Willow Court with you!

For more information and bookings visit our website at www.willowcourtasylum.com.au

12/01/2025

We love our backdrop for our After Dark tours.

Be sure to join us this Saturday night for our Willow Court Ghost Walk. Let us take you on a journey under the night sky ✨

More information and bookings can be found on our website.

www.willowcourtasylum.com.au

09/01/2025

Did you know.......

Up until 1855, the establishment operated under military administration until the Tasmanian Government takeover. Built into the side of one of the Barracks wings sits a Sentry Box, where a Red Coat once stood guard.

Preventing escape was a “tough job” for the Asylum’s Gate Keeper, especially one named John Dicker. There are records of Gate Keeper John being attacked on more than one occasion by patients attempting to escape.

Find out more about John Dicker on one of our History Tours and perhaps spend some time in his Sentry Box.

Website: www.willowcourtasylum.com.au

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03/01/2025

🚪✨Step Back in Time – Willow Court Tours Return This Weekend!✨🚪

We’re thrilled to announce our tours are back at Willow Court starting this weekend! Join us as we uncover the fascinating stories, secrets, and history of one of Tasmania’s most iconic sites.

Don’t miss your chance to explore the past—spots are filling up fast, so book your tour today!

📅 Saturday - 4 January 2025
📍 Willow Court - 11a The Avenue, New Norfolk
🔗 www.willowcourtasylum.com.au

Derwent Valley Tasmania

28/12/2024

The Power of Storytelling at Willow Court

Our Storytelling tours ensures that Willow Court’s history is never lost.

Willow Court is more than just bricks and mortar - it is a place filled with voices from the past, waiting to be heard.

Through storytelling, we honor the lives of patients, staff, and visitors whose experiences shaped the legacy of this once-thriving hospital. It allows us to connect deeply with history, turning forgotten names into vivid personalities and offering insight into the social attitudes of the time.

Storytelling also transforms the way we experience Willow Court today. It’s not just a place—it becomes an emotional journey.

Join us on a fully guided tour as we Discover the UnTold Stories. The past is always waiting to be told.

For more information and bookings visit www.willowcourtasylum.com.au.

Derwent Valley Tasmania

23/12/2024

[ MERRY 🎄CHRISTMAS ] from our family to yours 🎅

The Willow Court Asylum Tours team would like to wish everyone a lovely Christmas and a Safe and Happy New Year.

The team are having a well earned break to spend time with family and friends and will be refreshed for the busy year ahead.

We would like to thank everyone for your amazing support this year and cannot wait to see you at Willow Court in 2025.

Join us on a tour in 2025 by visiting our website at www.willowcourtasylum.com.au

Merry Christmas to everyone of you 🎅🎄🤶

19/12/2024

Only 2 more sleeps until the Merry New Norfolk Market opens up the street of New Norfolk with over 150 stallholders for you to explore!

Perfect day to pick up those last minute Christmas Gifts and the little ones might be lucky enough to spot Santa 🎅🏻 in the crowd.

We are not hosting any tours on Saturday as our team will be away celebrating the year that was.

We hope you can join us at Willow Court in 2025.

Exciting announcement!! 🤩

Our Merry Market Event now has over 150 stallholders booked in for this Saturday, the 21st of December!!! 🎄🍒✨️

There will be an abundance of amazing stallholders, talented musicians and singers performing Christmas Carols, and a very special visitor will be making an appearance thanks to The ArtHouse New Norfolk !! 🎅

This is a perfect opportunity to grab your fresh Christmas produce and some last minute gifts! 🎁

Join us for a joyful day of celebrations in extended locations!
Saturday the 21st of December
8am-2pm
High Street, Charles Street and Arthur Square - New Norfolk

Jessica Cosgrove ~ Market Operator

18/12/2024

The Gatekeepers Sentry - Thou shall not pass

Find our more on our Gate Keeper by joining us on our fully guided tours.

Book through our website at www.willowcourtasylum.com.au.

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16/12/2024

Look at this beautiful Architecture at the entrance to Ward C.

You can view this architecture up close on our guided tours.

Visit our website for more information at www.willowcourtasylum.com.au.
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12/12/2024

MAKE A REAL IMPACT - Tour Guide Opportunity

Tour guiding isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a difference.

By sharing Willow Court’s rich history, you’re helping preserve it for future generations and contributing to the cultural and historical landscape of Tasmania.

Applications close: 12 December 2024

Derwent Valley Tasmania Derwent Valley and Central Highlands Tourism Association Inc

POSITION AVAILABLE - Tour Guide - New Norfolk Area

Willow Court Asylum Tours are looking for a professional outgoing storyteller to guide some of our tours at the Willow Court site in New Norfolk.

The position of a TOUR GUIDE involves taking groups or individuals on fully guided tours, conveying the history of this iconic Tasmanian site.

The duties of a Tour Guide are:

• Present oral interpretation by undertaking guided tours and delivering commentaries as outlined in the Willow Court Ethical Principles and Guidelines
• Deliver exceptional customer service and present interpretation to both day and night visitors.
• Ability to engage and interact with your visitors.
• Be a self-motivator and positive problem solver.
• Ability to work as a leader either independently or part of a team.
• Provide support to the Manager as required with the various functions of the business unit, such as other events and administrative duties.
• Promote and provide relevant and accurate information of the site and within the Derwent Valley Region.

Essential Criteria
• A passion for history with the willingness to learn more
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead groups
• Be energetic and comfortable working in a physical role
• Able to work on a roster basis and be available for day and night tours on weekends and some weekdays
• Be self-motivated and the ability to problem solve
• Ability to either work on your own or in a team environment
• Able to commit to rosters for several months at a time
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Provide a National Police Certificate
• Work with Vulnerable People Card
• Knowledge of Willow Court an advantage but not essential

This is a casual position and you must be able to work weekends.

If you feel you meet the above criteria and are interested in applying for this position, please email cover letter outlining your experience on each criteria and resume to [email protected] indicating your interest in the position, introducing yourself, letting us know a little about your history, and any other information you feel relevant (please keep cover letter to a maximum of one page).

We look forward to hearing from suitable applicants.

Applications CLOSE midnight on 12 December 2024.

09/12/2024

Give a special gift this Christmas and purchase one of our many Gift Vouchers on offer.

Our gift vouchers are available for both our Day and Night Tours and are valid for 3 years.

Vouchers available on our website. 🔗 in BIO.
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07/12/2024

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE

Tour guiding is all about connection. You’ll meet visitors from all walks of life, sharing your passion for history and creating memorable experiences.

It’s a fulfilling way to engage with the community and beyond.

Applications close: 12 December 2024

POSITION AVAILABLE - Tour Guide - New Norfolk Area

Willow Court Asylum Tours are looking for a professional outgoing storyteller to guide some of our tours at the Willow Court site in New Norfolk.

The position of a TOUR GUIDE involves taking groups or individuals on fully guided tours, conveying the history of this iconic Tasmanian site.

The duties of a Tour Guide are:

• Present oral interpretation by undertaking guided tours and delivering commentaries as outlined in the Willow Court Ethical Principles and Guidelines
• Deliver exceptional customer service and present interpretation to both day and night visitors.
• Ability to engage and interact with your visitors.
• Be a self-motivator and positive problem solver.
• Ability to work as a leader either independently or part of a team.
• Provide support to the Manager as required with the various functions of the business unit, such as other events and administrative duties.
• Promote and provide relevant and accurate information of the site and within the Derwent Valley Region.

Essential Criteria
• A passion for history with the willingness to learn more
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead groups
• Be energetic and comfortable working in a physical role
• Able to work on a roster basis and be available for day and night tours on weekends and some weekdays
• Be self-motivated and the ability to problem solve
• Ability to either work on your own or in a team environment
• Able to commit to rosters for several months at a time
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Provide a National Police Certificate
• Work with Vulnerable People Card
• Knowledge of Willow Court an advantage but not essential

This is a casual position and you must be able to work weekends.

If you feel you meet the above criteria and are interested in applying for this position, please email cover letter outlining your experience on each criteria and resume to [email protected] indicating your interest in the position, introducing yourself, letting us know a little about your history, and any other information you feel relevant (please keep cover letter to a maximum of one page).

We look forward to hearing from suitable applicants.

Applications CLOSE midnight on 12 December 2024.

07/12/2024

The rain is not stopping The Westerway Raspberry Farm from being open today!!

Be sure to call in and grab some delicious berries before or after our tours today!! 🍇🍓🍒

Lots of rain this morning but we remain OPEN!!

Suggest you bring gumboots and that positive Tassie attitude - good news is the 🌧️ will do the crop of berries the world of good and set us up for fantastically plump !

Plenty of pre-picked Strawberries and Raspberries in the Farm Shop (expanded so plenty of space undercover!!) and 🍓🍒🍇