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Allora - Blue Cow (was Royal) Hotel
Allora

Allora is a pleasant small town on the major New England Highway between Toowoomba and Warwick in southeast Queensland. Only about 150 kilometres from Brisbane, it makes a great day trip destination with its history, architecture and interesting pubs and churches.

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Allora - Museum

Originally built in 1907 as the local Shire Chambers, the building now houses the Allora Museum.

Allora - Old Commercial Banking Co of Sydney Building

One of many historic buildings in Allora is the old Commercial Banking Co of Sydney Building, prominently situated just across from the Railway Hotel.

Allora - Disused Railway Station

Allora Railway Station dates back to 1897 but is disused now, along with the grain sheds alongside. The old wooden sleepers are becoming badly deteriorated.

Allora - Commercial Hotel

One of three hotels in the main street at Allora. The Commercial Hotel was built in 1882 and hosted the celebration dinner when the Allora branch railway line opened in 1897.

Allora - Railway Hotel

The Allora Railway Hotel opened in 1902 and is recently renovated. Having stayed there, I can vouch for its value and comfort.

Allora - Blue Cow (was Royal) Hotel

The Blue Cow Hotel (formerly the Royal Hotel) was built in Allora in 1879. It replaced the Queens Arms Hotel which was buily on the site in 1866.

Allora - Blue Cow (was Royal) Hotel Entrance

The entrance to the Blue Cow Hotel in Allora with the author standing under the sign.

Allora - Blue Cow (was Royal) Hotel Bar Belle

The Pub Belle on the bar wall of the Blue Cow Hotel in Allora.

Allora - Post Office

The Allora Post Office.

Allora - Allora Cafe

The Allora Cafe stands in the main street (Herbert Street) of Allora. The "hamburger with the lot" here is legendary and would do for two meals!

Allora - Allora Cottage Bed & Breakfast

The Allora Cottage Bed and Breakfast looks inviting. I hope to stay here overnight soon.

Allora - St Davids Anglican Church

The very impressive St Davids Anglican Church in Allora was built in 1876 and is still in excellent condition. We were lucky to run into Father John, the priest, and were able to see inside.

Allora - St Davids Anglican Church and Altar

The timber interior and altar of St Davids Anglican Church, Allora.

Allora - St Davids Anglican Church Rear Stained Glass Windows

The modern but striking stained glass windows at the back of St Davids Anglican Church, Allora.

Allora - St Patricks Catholic Church

St Patricks Catholic Church, Allora.


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Last Updated: 18 Dec 2010
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