Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct

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Access Guide

  • General Access
  • Communication
  • Vision
  • Physical - Mobility
  • Physical - Wheelchair
  • A vintage kitchen with light green wooden walls and a white ceiling. In the centre, a wooden cabinet with blue drawers displays various plates and cups. To the left, a doorway leads to another room with a table and chairs. On the right, another doorway reveals a room with a large table and a window. A white refrigerator stands next to the cabinet. The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum and a grey carpet runner. An old radio is mounted on the wall.
  • A concrete driveway leads through an open wooden gate with "1998 Old Gympie Road" on it. On the left, a sign reads "Bankfoot House Heritage Precinct" near a large tree. The right side has a grassy area with more trees. In the background, a building is visible with a few parked vehicles nearby, surrounded by more trees and greenery.
  • A single-storey house with a corrugated metal roof is in the centre, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn. To the left, there is a small wooden structure and a large tree. On the right, another wooden building with a metal roof is visible. A sign in the foreground reads "Bankfoot House OPEN" with visiting hours. A concrete path leads to the house, and a metal gate is part of the fence enclosing the property. Trees and a mountain are in the background.
  • A grassy area with a large tree in the centre. On the left, there's a light-coloured house with a metal roof and a concrete path leading towards it. On the right, a paved path curves through the grass, bordered by small black bollards. In the background, there are more houses and utility poles with wires. The sky is partly cloudy.
  • A rural scene with a wooden building on the left labelled "Mary Grigor Centre" surrounded by tall trees. Two utility vehicles are parked nearby. On the right, a small, light-coloured house with a metal roof sits on a grassy area. A path runs between the buildings, and there are trees and a mountain in the background. The ground is a mix of grass and paved surfaces.
  • A building with a wooden facade labelled "Mary Grigor Centre" is in the centre. To the left, there's a large metal water tank and a hedge with trees behind it. In the foreground, a parking area features a blue disabled parking sign and yellow-striped markings. On the right, a covered area extends from the building, with trees and grass in the background. A small sign is placed near the entrance.
  • A concrete path splits into two directions. On the left, there's a dark, open shed with a corrugated roof and a fire extinguisher mounted inside. On the right, two large cylindrical water tanks stand beside a building with a blue roof. The grass is neatly trimmed, and a few trees are visible in the background. A couple of parked cars can be seen further down the path.
  • A narrow wooden corridor with corrugated metal roofing. On the left wall, there's a mounted fire extinguisher and a poster. The right wall features two framed pictures. The floor is a mix of green and brown gravel. At the end of the corridor, a metal barrel and a mesh gate are visible, with a glimpse of greenery beyond. The ceiling has exposed beams.
  • A rustic interior with wooden walls and a corrugated metal roof. On the left, there's a display area with historical photographs and artefacts, including a large rope and a plough. In the centre, a screen shows a black-and-white image. On the right, a metal barrel and a small workbench are placed on a platform. The floor is a mix of concrete and dirt, and the background features a mesh screen with a view of greenery outside.
  • A museum exhibit with a rustic wooden wall on the left and a display of vintage farming tools on the right. The tools are mounted on a beige board, including rakes, scythes, and other implements. In the centre, behind a glass barrier, is an old wooden cart with a large wheel. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal with exposed beams and spotlights.
  • A narrow indoor space with a corrugated metal ceiling and a dirt floor. On the left, various old tools and machinery are displayed, including a large wheel and grinding stones. The right side features a wooden wall with a poster about archaeology and hatchets. At the end of the room, a glass barrier and a metal gate allow light to enter. Ceiling lights illuminate the area.
  • A rustic interior with wooden walls and a corrugated metal ceiling. On the left, a glass display case stands on a sandy floor. In the centre, a wooden partition features a poster about archaeology and artefacts. To the right, a room with tools displayed on the wall and a cabinet below. The floor is concrete, and a historical photograph is mounted on the wooden slatted wall, allowing light to filter through.
  • Inside a rustic wooden structure with a corrugated metal roof. On the left, a display of vintage tools is mounted on the wall, alongside a large black-and-white photograph. In the centre, a glass-topped display case with drawers underneath showcases more tools. The right side features two historical photographs on a slatted wooden wall, allowing light to filter through. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is supported by wooden beams.
  • A museum exhibit with a rustic theme. On the left, there are displays featuring historical tools and equipment, including a large photograph of horses pulling a plough. A wooden wall in the centre has a mounted screen showing a video. On the right, more tools are displayed against a wooden backdrop, with a glass case containing additional artefacts. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal, adding to the industrial feel.
  • A paved footpath runs along the left side, bordered by grass and trees. A power line is visible above. On the right, a white wooden house with a blue roof and a small porch sits on a well-kept lawn. A sign in front reads "Bankfoot House OPEN" with visiting hours. A path leads from the gate to the house. In the background, more trees and a small building are visible.
  • A vintage kitchen with light green wooden walls and a white ceiling. In the centre, a wooden cabinet with blue drawers displays various plates and cups. To the left, a doorway leads to another room with a table and chairs. On the right, another doorway reveals a room with a large table and a window. A white refrigerator stands next to the cabinet. The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum and a grey carpet runner. An old radio is mounted on the wall.
  • A wooden house with a sign reading "Bankfoot House" above the entrance. The exterior is painted in light green and grey. The entrance has a small porch with a wooden floor and a metal railing on the right. A doormat is placed at the doorway. On the right, there are pink and white flowers growing near the steps. The roof is metal, and the house has a simple, rustic appearance.
  • A vintage room with wooden panelled walls painted in light blue. On the left, there's a patterned sofa with a gramophone on a side table. In the centre, a wooden piano is adorned with framed photos and a lamp. The right side features a hallway leading to another room. The floor is covered with woven rugs, and the ceiling is wooden with a hanging light fixture. Framed pictures decorate the walls.
  • A vintage wooden piano stands against a light blue panelled wall. Above it are framed black-and-white photographs. To the left, a wooden shelf holds boxes and a tall lamp with a pleated shade. A small wooden stool is in front of the piano. The floor is covered with a woven rug and a grey mat. To the right, a hallway leads to another room.
  • A vintage bedroom with a four-poster bed on the left, draped with lace curtains. The bed has a white coverlet and a decorative pillow. On the right, a dark wooden dresser holds a small mirror and some items. The walls are wooden panels with framed pictures hanging. The floor is covered with a patterned carpet.
  • A room with two single metal-framed beds, each covered with a yellow blanket. The walls are painted green and beige. A small table with a pink skirt is positioned between the beds, holding framed documents. A pink curtain covers the window above the table. A vintage lamp is on the right side, and the floor is covered with a patterned carpet. A cup and a small item are on a black table in the foreground.
  • A vintage dining room with wooden walls and ceiling. On the left, a dark wooden sideboard holds glass lamps. In the centre, a wooden dining table with six chairs is set with glassware and a small vase. Behind the table, a cream-coloured cabinet displays crockery. To the right, an old sewing machine sits beneath a window. An open door leads to a hallway with greenish lighting. The floor is covered with patterned linoleum.
  • A room with light green wooden walls and a vintage stove in the centre. The stove has a pot and a kettle on top, with a large metal basin leaning against the wall. To the left, a doorway leads to a dimly lit room with a picture on the wall and a chair. To the right, another doorway opens into a kitchen area with a modern stove, cabinets, and a countertop. The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum, and the ceiling is plain and light-coloured.
  • A vintage kitchen with light green wooden walls and a white ceiling. In the centre, a wooden cabinet with blue drawers displays various plates and cups. To the left, a doorway leads to another room with a table and chairs. On the right, another doorway reveals a room with a large table and a window. A white refrigerator stands next to the cabinet. The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum and a grey carpet runner. An old radio is mounted on the wall.
  • A room with light green wooden walls and a white ceiling. On the left, there are several frosted windows with wooden frames. In the centre, a long dark table is set with white plates, cutlery, and a glass jug. A lantern hangs on the wall above the table. On the right, a wooden post office letter box is placed on the table, with a sign and a paper describing "Eastern verandah". The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum.
  • A narrow room with a slanted ceiling and green-tinted windows on the right. The left wall is white with framed pictures and a fan. A wooden table with a record player is in the centre, and a smaller table with a chair is further down. A wicker bench is near the windows. The floor is covered with a green patterned carpet and a grey runner. A door at the end of the room leads outside.
  • A covered walkway between two light green wooden buildings with corrugated metal roofing. On the left, there's an open door leading inside. On the right, a small set of white steps leads to another door. The ground is a mix of concrete and gravel, with a few doormats. In the background, there's a grassy area with bushes and trees, and a white structure is visible in the distance.
  • A rustic wooden shed interior with shelves on the left holding various tools, jars, and containers. The floor is made of wooden planks. In the centre, chains hang from the ceiling, and a window with slatted blinds is visible. On the right, a small table with a grinder, a wooden chair, and a sack are present. The walls are made of wooden planks, and the ceiling has exposed beams with hanging lights. Various gardening tools lean against the right wall.
  • A building with a wooden facade labelled "Mary Grigor Centre" is in the centre. To the left, there's a large metal water tank and a hedge with trees behind it. The foreground shows a parking area with a blue disabled parking sign and yellow markings. On the right, a covered area extends from the building, with a signboard near the entrance. Tall trees are in the background, surrounding the area.
  • A covered walkway with a wooden ceiling and metal supports is on the right, featuring benches along its length. To the left, a path leads past a mural-covered wall and several large trees, including a lush green one. In the background, a grassy area with more trees and a few houses is visible. A white car is parked near the houses. The ground is a mix of concrete, grass, and scattered leaves.
  • A covered outdoor area with a wooden ceiling and concrete floor. On the right, there is a building with large glass sliding doors, revealing an interior with a chair, cabinets, and a display area. On the left, outside, there is a white car parked on a paved area, with a small bin nearby. In the background, there are trees and a few houses.
  • A room with corrugated metal walls and a high wooden ceiling. In the foreground, a table displays brochures and pamphlets. On the right wall, a sign indicates guided tours. The floor features a large map design. In the background, there are cabinets, a display area, and two black chairs. The room is well-lit with natural light from the open sliding glass doors. Outside, a grassy area is visible.
  • A spacious room with a high wooden ceiling and exposed beams. On the left, there are display cases with artefacts and a large historical photo on the wall. In the centre, a large map is printed on the floor, with a few chairs nearby. On the right, there are three screens mounted on a wooden panelled wall, above white cabinets. A small kitchenette area is visible, along with a brochure stand. The floor is concrete, and the room is well-lit with spotlights.
  • A room with a large mural on the left wall depicting historical figures. Below the mural are display cases with informational panels. The back wall is wooden with two screens showing outdoor scenes. Below the screens are white cabinets with small flags and items on top. On the right, there's a closed door and a wooden barrel holding umbrellas. The floor is carpeted, and the ceiling has recessed lighting.
  • Interior of a modern exhibition space with a high, wooden-beamed ceiling. On the left, a model of a building is displayed on a pedestal. The right side features large glass windows offering a view of trees and grass outside. In the centre, there are display cases and a large map on the floor. The back wall has framed pictures and a digital screen. The floor is smooth and grey, and the walls are a mix of wood and metal panelling.
  • A room with wooden walls and a wooden ceiling. On the left, there's a closed metal roller door. In the centre, an open doorway leads to a bathroom with a toilet and grab bars visible. A hand sanitiser dispenser is mounted on the wall near the entrance. On the right, there's a kitchenette with a sink, mugs, and various containers on the counter. Open shelves above hold additional items. A small bin is on the floor near the kitchenette.
  • A public bathroom with brown tiled walls and a grey tiled floor. On the left, there's a sink with various soap dispensers and a mirror above it. A paper towel dispenser is mounted on the wall. On the right, there's a toilet with a blue seat, equipped with grab bars for accessibility. A toilet paper holder and a small bin are nearby. High windows near the ceiling allow natural light into the room.
  • A covered walkway with a wooden ceiling and metal supports is on the right, featuring benches along its length. To the left, a path leads past a mural-covered wall and several large trees, including a lush green one. In the background, a grassy area with more trees and a few houses is visible. A white car is parked near the houses. The ground is a mix of concrete, grass, and scattered leaves.
  • A mural on a long, rectangular wall features an image of people and oxen. On the left, dense green foliage partially obscures the mural. The background is filled with tall trees, and the ground is covered with grass and scattered leaves. A small sign is visible on the right side of the mural.
  • A rustic shelter with a corrugated metal roof supported by wooden beams. Inside, there is a wooden cart with large orange wheels on the right. A wooden yoke with metal fittings is mounted on a stand to the left. An informational sign is positioned near the cart. The floor is concrete with scattered leaves. The background shows a grassy area and trees.
  • A rustic shelter with a corrugated metal roof houses a historical display. On the right, a large wooden wagon with orange wheels is visible. In the centre, an informational sign titled "Bullock powered timber wagon" provides details about the exhibit. The floor is concrete with scattered leaves. In the background, there are trees and a glimpse of a metal shed.
  • A rustic shelter with a corrugated metal roof supported by wooden beams. Underneath, there are two large wooden carts with spoked wheels, painted in a light brown colour. To the right, a large wooden wheel leans against the wall. The ground is covered with concrete, and there are scattered leaves. In the background, there is a grassy area with trees.
  • On the left, there's a grassy area with a large tree. In the background, a building with a grey roof and glass windows is visible, with several parked cars nearby. On the right, a wooden structure with a corrugated roof houses a red wagon. The ground is covered with grass and some fallen leaves, and there are more trees and bushes around the area.
  • A vintage kitchen with light green wooden walls and a white ceiling. In the centre, a wooden cabinet with blue drawers displays various plates and cups. To the left, a doorway leads to another room with a table and chairs. On the right, another doorway reveals a room with a large table and a window. A white refrigerator stands next to the cabinet. The floor is covered with a patterned linoleum and a grey carpet runner. An old radio is mounted on the wall.

GENERAL ACCESS

• Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints and discussing feedback regarding accessibility issues/barriers.
• Accept the Companion Card
• Employ people with disability
• Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met

COMMUNICATION

• Use Cérge as our digital concierge to support personalised customer service
• Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
• A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility

VISION

• Use easy read fonts in our signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial)

PHYSICAL - MOBILITY

• Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
• Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
• Have grab rails in the bathroom
• Provide seating in common areas including reception area. Seating provided is a variety/range and include some with back rests and arm rests.

PHYSICAL - WHEELCHAIR

• Have step free access to into our business premise
• Have step free access to the conference or function room
• Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
• Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed
• Have a wheelchair accessible toilet
• 1 accessible car parking space