Gloucester Lodge Pool

Welcome to Gloucester Lodge Pool, located in Yanchep, Western Australia. This establishment holds a special place in the City of Wanneroo as it has been entered in the Heritage Council of Western Australia's Register of Heritage Places. As a result, any development applications must be referred to the Development Committee of the Heritage Council for approval.

Gloucester Lodge Pool is considered of exceptional significance to the City and its conservation is required. It is expected to be conserved in accordance with the principles of the Burra Charter, which is the guiding document for the conservation of places of cultural heritage significance accepted by the Council.

To ensure proper conservation, it is recommended that a conservation plan or policy be prepared and adopted by the Council. Any proposed development should be in accordance with the recommendations outlined in the conservation plan. If a conservation plan has not been prepared, the Council may request its preparation before considering any proposed development.

The Gloucester Lodge and Pool, along with the land they occupy, are part of Swan Location 11544 on Reserve 9868, as defined in Heritage Council drawing number YNP-2. The walls of Gloucester Lodge are made of stone and the wooden floors are in good condition. Downstairs, visitors can explore museum displays, with the main displays being in the dining room. From the entrance, a passage leads to a wide back verandah supported by pillars, which overlooks the swimming pool. Upstairs, the Duke of Gloucester's suite can be found off the verandah, and the front porch features cement pillars supporting an open timber balustraded balcony. French doors from the room in the roof gable open onto the balcony, providing a picturesque view.

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Come and visit Gloucester Lodge Pool, a place of historical significance and natural beauty, and experience the charm of this heritage site in Yanchep, Western Australia.