"Keeweechic's Guildford, W.A." Guildford by keeweechic

Guildford Travel Guide: 36 reviews and 37 photos

The town of Guildford has been recognised by the National Trust of Australia and was one of three original Swan River Colony settlements. Guildford is around 13 kilometres from downtown Perth and was established in 1829 in the layout of a 19th century English market town. A church square was the centre point along with a main street and a grid road layout. In its early days it was a inland port and a market town. Goods were transported via the Swan and Helena Rivers to and from Perth and Fremantle. The rail line opened in 1881 with the line to Fremantle and this changed the development and economy of the town. The rail transport then became redundant.

Stepping back further in history, the Nyoongar people lived in the area for over 40,000 years. In their stories, you will hear of a giant serpent or crocodile like creature, the Wagyl, who travelled from the hills in the east to the ocean in the west and thus creating the Swan River on its way. It is said that the Wagyl’s home is the Swan River where it continues to reside today.

Guildford has some wonderful old buildings as well as many original homes, many of them very grand. Some are open to the public. Today Guildford is seen as the gateway to the Swan Valley, a rich wine producing area of Perth. One of the oldest wineries in WA (Olive Farm Winery) was established in 1829 and their wine cellar is still in use. The oldest church in WA is also in the Swan Valley – All Saints Anglican Church at Henley Brook.

Guildford is delightful for its old world grandeur and antique shopping.

Photos which are taken by myself and all headings are copyright and digitally marked. Please do not use them without permission. Thanks.
(c) keeweechic 2001-2006 (copyright)

Intro Updated Aug 1, 2006
Add to Trip Planner (?)
Report Abuse

Reviews (36)

Caversham Park Off The Beaten Path (8)

Within Whiteman Park is the Caversham Wildlife Park which covers its own 4300 hectares within Whiteman Park and who’s... more travel advice

Whiteman Park Off The Beaten Path (8)

North of Guildford is Whiteman Park. The park is a favourite place for families and nature lovers to enjoy as well as... more travel advice

Largest Man-made Waterfall Off The Beaten Path (8)

There is a fabulous 4 story cascading waterfall which is the largest man-made waterfall. You can walk underneath the... more travel advice

Caversham House Jetty Off The Beaten Path (8)

The Captain Cook Cruises stop at the 21 metre floating jetty at the base of the gardens of Caversham House for lunch as... more travel advice

Nightlife (2)
See All Woodbridge Hotel
Shopping (3)
See All James Street Antiques
Been to Guildford?
Share your travels with the world!

Comments (7)

Reply
- Report abuse
acemj Jul 16, 2005 at 5:17 AM

Didn't expect to find Cubist architecture here. Great coverage!
Reply
- Report abuse
easyoar Mar 13, 2005 at 4:40 AM

Nice page! Guildford is quite close to me (well the UK one is anyway!), and so is Caversham (in the UK it's next to Reading). What are tunnels that lead from the Rose and Crown down to the Swan River for? Alcohol smuggling???
Reply
- Report abuse
bugalugs Feb 28, 2005 at 8:31 AM

100 year old Wisteria!!! gosh thats amazing. Taylors cottage looks familar - oh I remember now its a bit like our extension - lol A fantastic page, informative and wonderful photos as always, thanks Keewee
Reply
- Report abuse
richiecdisc Feb 25, 2005 at 10:34 PM

Good to see you tooling around your old stomping grounds once more, KW. It's a bit of Texax meets the UK minus the population of both. ;)
Reply
- Report abuse
tpangelinan Feb 25, 2005 at 6:52 AM

Very indepth coverage of this town! I commend your research. Looks like a good place to ride our bikes!
Reply
- Report abuse
Toyin Feb 22, 2005 at 7:09 AM

Lovely page of Guidford, Nice achitectural buidings, excellent pictures. Regards.
Reply
- Report abuse
kenHuocj Feb 21, 2005 at 4:52 AM

Thought i was to visit Guildford in UK, neat Art Deco town hall ;-)))