Colebrook

The turn off to the Coal River Valley is south of Jericho and provides an alternative route to the village of Richmond.  The Valley's rolling, pastoral landscapes produce some of the best Tasmanian wines.

Enjoy cellar door tastings at Cooinda Vale Estate, (Pooley Wines), and Domaine A / Stoney Vineyard, both of whom produce award-winning wines. 

Colebrook is a small historic settlement and one of a series of Southern landmarks which originally had a biblical name.  It is thought that the seven hills surrounding the town inspired Private Hugh Germain to call it Jerusalem Plains.  Interestingly, the local railway station which burned down in 1967 was decorated with the Star of David in its fretwork. 

Strolling through the village, you will see the beautiful stained glass window of St. James' Anglican Church, the old Jerusalem probation station and the significant, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, which has some famous connections. 

The Church was designed by Augustus Pugin who was considered the father of the Gothic Revival movement in England.  Pugin also designed the Bristish Houses of Parliament including Big Ben.  St. Paul's in Oatlands is another Pugin church.  Some consider him as England's greatest nineteenth century architect.  For an interesting read about Augustus Pugin, the churches and a trail map for a self guided tour, please visit the website http://www.puginfoundation.org/colebrook/

Situated near Colebrook and high on Yarlington Tiers is Pinnacle Berries renowned for its mouth-watering berry jams and the award-winning Yarlington Jelly which is delicious with ham, game or a roast. The wine included in the recipe comes from nearby Stoney Vineyard.

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