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RUINS, ENGLISH STREET, DONNYBROOK

Location 80 ENGLISH STREET DONNYBROOK, WHITTLESEA CITY Level Heritage Inventory Site

Statement of Significance

SiteCard data copied on 29/08/2024:

What is significant?

The significance of the site lies in the relatively intact foundations and potential for intact archaeological deposits. The foundations and walls are made from dressed bluestone and basalt, with evidence of mortar joinery, and in some places are 4 courses high. The site has archaeological potential to inform on the early settlement and rural life in the Donnybrook area and reflects initial small land ownership occupation of Donnybrook.

How is it significant?

This site has local historic significance, low to moderate scientific significance and high archaeological potential.

Why is it significant?

The site is significant as any archaeological remains can inform on the early settlement and rural life in the Donnybrook district during the middle to late 19th century.

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

Homestead building