Donnybrook

Donnybrook WA 6239 (Pop 2 000)

Donnybrook lies in WA’s premier apple growing region on picturesque Preston River in the state's South Western region. Located 206 km south of Perth, it was named after a town in Ireland by early homesick settlers. Apples were first planted in 1900 and today Donnybrook is WA's largest apple producer. The area’s beef, dairy and timber industries also contribute significantly to the local economy. Apple Festival Ball (Easter even numbered years), Marathon Relay (Nov).

Tourist Attractions & Info:
Historic Donnybrook includes the Anchor & Hope Inn (1862). Trigwell Place, South Western Hwy lovely recreational area with Preston River nearby.

Nearby:
Boyanup (12 km n-w) tiny village with a fascinating museum specializing in transport and rural industries. Open (10am-4pm). Gnomesville (25 km s-e) eccentric collection of roadside garden gnomes.  Wineries include Brookhampton Estate.

Accommodation:
Donnybrook has a motel, a couple of hotels, 2 farmstays and 2 backpackers. Visitor Information Centre: Old railway station, South Western Hwy. Tel (08) 9731 1720

Airports:
Busselton Regional Airport (BQB), Vasse Hwy, Yalyalup. (68 km s-w); Perth Airport (PER), 2 George Wiencke Drive, Perth Airport. Tel (08) 9478 8888. (209 km north).

Hospital:
Donnybrook Hospital, Bentley St. Tel (08) 9780 4333.