Esk is between Somerset and Wivenhoe dams in the Brisbane Valley.
The history of the town began as a camp for teamsters travelling from Ipswich, and developed with the construction of the Brisbane Valley Railway, opened Aug 1886. The railway line was closed in 1989 and Brisbane Valley Railway is now a horse/walking trail.
We went for a walk down the main street and like many country towns Esk has/had several pubs. Today there are also a lot of cafés and antique shops.
The Hotel Metropole was built in 1932 to replace the original Hotel Metropole built in 1900 that was burnt to the ground in 1930. The original building faced the opposite direction facing the railway line. When it was originally built it was known as the finest hotel in the state and the best accommodation. Today it houses a café and an antique and collectable shop.
Nash Gallery and Cafe
We had brunch in the Nash Café and we would recommend a visit. It is situated in a heritage house once belonging to Lars Andersen. There are historical posters around the house telling the history of the house and the area.
Lars Anderson was a Danish pioneer and a successful saw miller who milled timber from the area to Bunya Mountains. He was also the local builder and undertaker, however he is best known for the development of the tram way to transport his timber. The house is heritage listed.
The food was wonderful and the chocolate milkshake was a 10 out of 10.
I liked the way the Café allowed some meals to be served petite style at a reduced cost. Jon had sausage and toast, Peter had a travellers breakfast and I had petite eggs Benedict. Really good value ($38 for all three dishes) and tasty.
What will be the next adventure?
Allison
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