Last stop Timbertown: historic park to close after 50 years

TIMBERTOWN Heritage Park will close permanently on 28 January 2026, bringing to an end more than 50 years of operation – 16 under its current family owners.

They announced their decision on 11 December, confirming that the closure follows a long period of consideration and reflects a shift in priorities towards retirement and family time.

Interest in the site has focused on the land rather than the heritage village itself, leaving no clear pathway for the attraction to continue in its current form.

“As a family it’s been an incredible journey with our children growing up in the park, meeting visitors from every corner of the earth and living a lifelong dream,” they shared in a statement on social media.

“We [wholeheartedly] thank all our visitors, staff and tenants for the memories.”

Timbertown has played a role in the lives of generations of families, school groups and tourists, with many locals recalling childhood visits and seasonal events.

The owners said changing visitor patterns and broader shifts in the tourism landscape had contributed to the decision to close.

“Timbertown has been part of so many memories for 50 years, but the world is changing [too] fast and it’s time for us to call it a day.”

The park will remain open through the upcoming summer school holidays, giving visitors one final opportunity to experience the site before the gates close.

In preparation for the closure, all souvenirs will be progressively reduced to clear over the coming weeks.

A complete dispersal auction of Timbertown assets will take place across three days on 1, 2 and 3 May, with further details and updates to be released after Christmas.

The owners said they are looking forward to welcoming visitors for a final summer season and marking the end of an era with the community that has supported Timbertown for decades.