This prominent 25 Bridge Street site of the historic Richmond Congregational Church will prove attractive to investors, as the heritage registered building prepares to continue 141 years of service to the community after a final service on May 29th.
Commenced in 1873 and constructed in sandstone recovered from the Richmond Gaol, the attractive 115 sqm building was opened on Sunday 19th January 1875 with much praise for the elegant simplicity, strength and neatness of design achieved by architect Edward Rowntree.
Zoned ’Community Purpose’ and occupying a 746 sqm allotment on the corner of Bridge and Percy Streets in the heart of the busy Richmond commercial precinct, the building comprises an entry vestibule opening to the spacious 7 x 12m congregation meeting area. An annex containing kitchenette with washroom amenities provides basic facilities for the approximately 100 person capacity the main room currently seats.
An icon of Tasmanian tourism, Richmond enjoys a close proximity with Hobart airport, which receives a major share of visitor inflows to the state now exceeding 1.15 million each year. Established as a colonial police district in the 1820s,...show more Richmond evolved to become an overnight destination for travellers as the community prospered for the next 100 years. Boasting over 80 heritage listed properties, the beautiful village lies at the heart of the Coal River Valley wine district, is home to a population of 1,600 residents and after Port Arthur, is the second busiest tourism route in Tasmania.
A country village enterprise of historical significance, elegance and simplicity awaits you at 25 Bridge Street, Richmond. Be sure to take in the 3D experience of this location under the ’Virtual Tour’ tab of the listing.
