Day Excursion Planner -

The Self-Drive Day Excursion Planner has been designed to assist Guests staying at the Barclay and plan their holiday.

Days start and finsih at the Inn and encompass the major tourist attractions only, and don't forget, stop when you see something interesting, go off the beaten track, and remember getting lost is all part of the fun of being on holday.

	Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake 150 Klms 8 hours print version Go under the bridge and follow the signs to Sheffield. Cradle National Park is recognised as one of the top 10 Worl Heritage areas in the world, today a walk around Dove Lake is a must (approx. 2 1/2 hours easy walk around the shores of the lake - the best way to enjoy the scenic views of the Lake is to walk clockwise. Make sure you stop at Sheffield for an hour and take the "Mural Walk", well worth it, and a visit to Tasmaia is a must.A day that will long be remembered for its natural scenic splendour. Point of Interest are: Dove Lake, Tasmasia Lavender Farm & Maze, Mt Rowland, Cradle Mountain, Wilmot Letterbox Trail, Lake Barrington.
	Devonport and Surrounds 70 Klms 6 + hours print version Whichever way you go is fine. Start at the Bluff Lighthouse for views over Bass Strait, then the Tiagarra Aboriginal Centre, a train ride into the past at The Done River Railway, the choice is yours. But don't forgetthe Chocolate Factory, or Joseph Lyons Heritage home or the walk along the Mersey River banks. Last minute souvenirs from the Rooke Street Mall perhaps. A nice relaxing dat. Places of interest are;_ - The Mersey Bluff Lighthouse - Devonport Maritime Museum - The Done River Railway and Workshops - Anvers Chocolate Factory - Mersey River Ferry and Walk - Tiagarra Aboriginal Centre - Australian Weaving Mills - Historic Home hill - Imaginarium Science Centre
	Great Western Tiers 150 Klms 8 hours print version Follow the sign to Launceston and turn off for Deloraine. What a day, a complete day of differences, take a guided tour deep underground at the limestone caves, the awesome Liffey Falls and scenic drive through the countryside to Mole Creek Honey Farm. Take a break at the Raspberry Farm or tast the fine cheeses at the Ashgrove Cheese Factory. Don't forget to visit Deloraine and Latrobe, both thriving rural villages. Places of interest are:- Mole Creek Honey Farm Linestone Caves Hills Raspberry Farm Deloraine (circa 1840) Latrobe (circa 1839) Ashgrove Cheese Factory Liffey Falls and Rainforest Reiquaire - House of Dolls Axeman's Hall of Fame and Bells Parade.
	Heritage trip to Latrobe None 10.00 - 3.00pm print version Latrobes presents one of Australia's finest heritage faces, and with that face comes a host of activities and attractions, where you live the history and love the nature. The town owes its being to early mining and agriculture and in the mid to late 19th century as a bustling port on the banks of the Mersey river. Much of the past remains in the street scapes of central Latrobe- 76 heritage listed buildings, 6 of which are on the register of the National Estate.
	Launceston and Tamar Valley 200 klms 8 hours print version Follow the sign to Launceston and take the Exeter turn off. First stop the Beaconsfield Gold Mine Museum, heading down the valley to Grindelwald before arriving in the historic city of Launceston set in the valley along the TamarValley and the Esk River. Take the chairlift over the gorge and enjoy the scenery. Gon on the Boags Brewery Tour or just enjoy the architectural beauty of the historic building. An interesting day. Points of interest are:- Cataract Gorge and chairlift, Tamar River & Kings Bridge, Launceston Shopping Mall, Historic Buildings (circa 1800), Grindelwald Swiss Village, Beaconsfield Gold Mine Museum, Tamar Valley Wineries route, Boags Centre For Beer Lovers - Brewery Tour (bookings are essential).
	Sheffield the town of Murals None Easily do the trip from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm print version Sheffield has a magnificent array of murals scattered around the town on various buildings and shop fronts, depicting the way life used to be. Enjoy a coffee, snack or meal at one of Sheffield's several rejuvenated cafes and eateries, a great place to relax and take it easy in the surrounds of an authentic country town with a difference.
	The North West Coastal Tour. 250 Klms 9 Hours print version Go Under the bridge and take the Burnie turn off. This has to be the day to enjoy, head along the highway to Boat Harbour Beach, and then to Dismal Swamp to experience Mother Nature at her best. Returning to the coast, visit Highfields, a 350,000 hectare sheep property, granted by Royal Charter, enjoy the views and then into Stanley, population 400, a fishing port of many yeats. For the adventurous, take the chairlift to the top of the Nut. A great place to taste the local seafood for Lunch. Return home via Table Cape Lighthouse and the seaside village of Penguin. Places of Interest:- - Stanley Fishing Village (circa 1828) - Highfield Histroric Hometead (circa 1832) - Boat Harbour Beach - The Nut and Chairlift - Dismal Swamp and Swamp Shute - Table Cape Lighthouse & Tulip Farm via Wynyard (Blooms best in spring) - Penguin Village - Penguin Markets - Sundays