Twighlight Candle Tour through the 1868 Ladies Cottage Asylum

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Twighlight Candle Tour through the 1868 Ladies Cottage Asylum has 2 dates listed at Willow Court Ladies Cottage est 1868 (5 The Avenue, New Norfolk, Tasmania, 7140), starting Fri 13 Nov 2026 and running to Sat 14 Nov 2026.

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From the organiser

Step into one of Tasmania's most significant and moving historic sites at twilight.

Willow Court, established in 1827, is one of the oldest and longest continually operating mental health institutions in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere.

This intimate guided candle-lit experience opens the historic Ladies Cottage Asylum (1868) with respect and care. Guests are warmly welcomed with a sparkling drink and nibble before your expert guide leads you inside Ladies Cottage by candlelight, sharing the powerful layered stories of Willow Court and the women who once called this place home.

Wander at your own pace through the preserved rooms and corridors, where guests often feel as much as they see. Discover original institutional features — heavy doors with looking holes, ventilation grates, and small rooms.

As a special bonus, the tour also includes access to Derwent Valley Art's Art Bridge exhibition. Seeing the works by candlelight gives them a completely different, atmospheric feel — quiet, intimate, and often unexpectedly beautiful.

After the tour, they will direct you to the award-winning boutique beer Brewery at Welcome Swallow, which is itself located in one of the original Willow Court buildings. They also have a food truck with scrumptious burgers on site if you'd like something to eat while you enjoy your drink.

A respectful, atmospheric, and unforgettable journey into Tasmania's past.

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