Railway Hotel (Former) - Winton, New Zealand
Posted by: 
BruceS
S 46° 08.588 E 168° 19.511
59G E 293420 N 4886571
Historic hotel in Winton, New Zealand.
Waymark Code: WMG4HQ
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 01/11/2013
Views: 2
The former Railway Hotel now known as the Central Southland Lodge was built in 1911. It replaces a former Railway Hotel which burned in 1910. The earlier hotel had opened in 1861. The present building was designed by Invercargill architect CJ Brodrick. Over the years the hotel played a significant role in this small farming town for both travelers and locals. The building is now used for commercial purposes.
Date location was entrusted to the New Zealand Historic places: 12/15/2011
Type of history commemorated (short description):
Commercial and residential history
Website pertaining to the location: [Web Link]
Town, city, or region nearest to the site:
Winton
Year placed: 1911
Hours of operation:
Business hours
Is it accessible to the general public:
Yes
Admission fees if any: Not Listed
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