We were actually searching for the new mural in Bayswater when we came across the Bayswater Heritage Trail brochure online so we decided to follow the heritage trail and see what we discovered in the way of urban art along the way.
We parked at Bert Wright Park behind the Bayswater Community Centre where we discovered some beautiful mature trees, a nature playground designed for younger children, picnic and barbecue facilities and public toilets located on the outside of the community centre. The community centre houses Bayswater Library and there was some reading themed murals on the outside to set the tone for our walk.
From the park we headed up King William Street admiring the large murals painted on the wall below the heritage Bayswater Post Office.
Turning up Murray Street we passed some small timber cottages, a sidewalk chessboard and "The Rectory" before coming to Bayswater Primary School founded in 1894. The original school building was destroyed by fire but two of the current buildings date back to 1900. The school features some lovely wall art.
Across the street from the school is the iconic "old corner shop" Heading back along the opposite side of Murray Street we passed several more heritage homes before coming to McLeish's Store, constructed of corrugated iron, on the corner of King William Street.
There are a few more murals on the opposite side of King William Street alongside heritage store fronts which used to be a grain store, billiard saloon and butcher shop.
We passed the Inglis Buildings where there is a new mural in the carpark.
Heading around all the adjustments for construction of the new Bayswater Train Station make sure you duck into the laneway opposite the Laneway Artspace, on the wall of the Australia Post building. Just WOW!!!!
To finish the Heritage Trail head past the Smoker's Store and Campbell's Store to 6 Hamilton Street, the first, or final, stop on the Heritage Trail. From here it is an easy walk around or through Bert Wright Park and the Community Centre - make sure you have a closer look at the mural on the Olfe Street wall of the Community Centre to see if you can find some iconic Aussie snacks!.
Although there was no signage outside the heritage buildings the Heritage Trail Map was easy to follow and provided all the historical background to the buildings. Aside from the heritage this was a very pretty 25 minute walk through this well established small community and the large murals added to the enjoyment.
There are several cafes and eateries in Bayswater or you can pack a picnic and head to Riverside Gardens just down the road for a play and a meal. While there be sure to visit the Eric Singleton Bird Sanctuary and Baigup Wetlands.
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