St Matthias Anglican Church, Windermere
431 Windermere Road, Windermere, lutruwita (Tasmania)
Photographer: Ben Suitor
Photographer: Margaret Hosford
Built in a classic Gothic style, from locally manufactured bricks in 1842/43, this design was based on a chapel in Denby, England, which was the family church of Dr Mathius Gaunt who was the founder and benefactor of St Matthias’ Church, Windermere. Completed in 1843 with several recent renovations (including underpinning and repairs to the roof), the original footprint has remained unchanged and is the oldest rural Anglican church in Tasmania, and the oldest existing Anglican church in Northern Tasmania.
Highlights: Historical church, stained glass windows
Launceston City Council Heritage Awards: 2015, 2017 and 2019
General Open: 10 am – 4 pm (no bookings required)
Locations
Further afield
Launceston
Building Types
Cultural
Place of Worship
Architectural Period
Pre-separation Colonial (1836-1850)
Features
Heritage
History of Launceston
Suitable for Children
Accessibility
Stair Access Only
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