Land Grant GW Barnard (0-1-5)

Land Grant 21-115-4484 dated the 11th of January 1847 was granted to George William Barnard . The total land area was one rood and five perches. This covered the land between what is now 54, 56, and 58-62 High Street.

1886 town map showing grant to GW Barnard

George Barnard had many land grants in Launceston, but this was the only one in southern Tasmania. The TE Allwright grant next door (0-0-20.8) is the land currently occupied by the Drill Hall Emporium antique shop.

Original Land Grant 1847

54 and 56 High Street (on one title) for sale by auction in 1951.