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Sorell

Founded in 1821, Sorell played an important part in Tasmania's early European history, by supplying most of the colony's grain. The settlement was brazenly captured in 1824 by bushranger Matthew Brady, who imprisoned the garrison and most of the citizens. Sorell is an important tourist link between Hobart, the Tasman Peninsula and the East Coast.


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Interesting buildings from colonial times include St George's Church (1826), Scotts Church (1842) and Blue Bell Inn (circa 1863). Pioneer Park is popular for BBQs and picnics. Orielton Lagoon is a significant bird sanctuary with many species.

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Sorell Fruit Farm is 2km east off the Arthur Hwy and there are several wineries in the region. Dodges Ferry and Carlton, 18km south, are popular beach areas. Weilangta Forest Drive to Orford via Copping winds through forests and coastal mountains. Bream Creek, 25km east, has vineyards and stunning rural and coastal scenery. The village of Dunalley, 35km SE, is known for antiques, arts and crafts.

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Copyright 2007, by the Contributing Authors. Cite/attribute Resource. cmsadmin. (2005, May 20). Sorell. Retrieved July 04, 2009, from Plan Book Travel Australia Web site: http://www.planbooktravel.com.au/australia/tas/sorell. This work is licensed under a Universal Publishers. Universal Publishers

Region: Midlands

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The Midlands region of Tasmania showcases the State’s best-preserved colonial towns and villages. Here sandstone church spires overlook English trees, Georgian cottages line the quiet streets and stone bridges are reflected in leaf-dappled water. more

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