The Family Hotel in Tibooburra
The Family Hotel
The Family Hotel
Known as Toole's Family Hotel until 2015
Built in 1881 from local sandstone this historic hotel famous for its murals and paintings by some of Australia's most renowned Artists like Clifton Pugh, Russell Drysdale, Eric Minchin, Rich Amor is for sale
Toole's Family Hotel in Tibooburra was built in 1882 by Francis Bladon.
Originally known as the Tattasall's Hotel its name was changed to Downie's Family Hotel in 1887,and has kept the title of 'Family' ever since. Was at one point a Cobb and Co staging post.
"During the 1960s Australian artists Clifton Pugh, Russell Drysdale and others spent several weeks painting in the outback. Other artists have contributed their works, making the walls a 'living' art gallery. Today, the hotel is owned by the Toole Family, Kathy and Dan, who offer their own style of friendly outback hospitality to locals and travellers alike. " - Courtesy of the Hotel Website.
2 bars, 2 dining rooms, lounge, pool room, outside dining on front verandah. 3 fireplaces
The Family Hotel (Photo taken whne known as Toole's Family Hotel)
Photo 2012
Photo Dan and Kathy, Many Thanks
- 10 Briscoe St,
Tibooburra,
New South Wales 2880 - Phone:
- 08 80913314
- Website:
- www.tibooburra.com.au
Toole's Family Hotel
Photo 1/10/2004
Photo and some information submitted by Bob McKenzie, Many Thanks