It is Western Australia's first inland town and retains many of its colonial buildings, making it an appealing tourist destination - particularly for day trips from Perth. Nestled on the banks of the picturesque Avon River, York is the centre of a rich farming district and is one of the major towns on WA's substantial Wheatbelt. Beautiful historic buildings line the main street and are dotted throughout the area, making York the Avon Valley's premier tourist attraction. Its thriving tourism industry is enhanced by the excellent standard of accommodation, activities and places to eat.
Visitors spend their time visiting the many museums, historical sites and craft shops.
Major events are held thoughout the year including the York Jazz Weekend in September and the Festival of Wine and Roses in October. All rights reserved West Australian Newspapers Limited . Unauthorised distribution or reproduction is prohibited.