Settled in 1839 by Scottish immigrants, this is  one of South Australia's prettiest towns, where history is a part of contemporary daily life. In the north east corner of the Peninsula.  Strathalbyn has been designated a heritage town and  has over thirty attractive, heritage-listed buildings. Strathalbyn's two main shopping areas,  High Street, Albyn Terrace and Dawson Street are full of interesting shops that feature antique, craft and gift shops. Other interesting sights are the Court House Museum, the Old school and the Gasworks - which provided street lighting to this township from 1875. Visitors can dine al fresco or at an hotel. Share a picnic withe ducks in the Soldiers Memorial Gardens, beside the tranquil Angus River. 

Incidentally, Strathalbyn has a roving, resident Town Crier and the SteamRanger train connects from nearby Mount Barker on Sundays. Strathalbyn provides an ideal base for visitors to explore the Fleurieu, with its network of roads leading out to the surrounding districts like spokes in a wheel. Don't miss the nearby wineries at Langhorne Creek, the sailing on Lake Alexandrina or natural bushland walks in surrounding bushlands, or along the coast.  is on the edge of the Adelaide Hills and the plains of the Peninsula. 
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The economic foundation of the town was similar to much of Australia based on primary production, wheat , grapes, sheep and mixed family farming. In recent years family farms have been collapsing and the heart of farming has slowly been disintegrating. However the State government and local entrepreneurs have given grape growing an economic boost.
Scottish migrants founded Strathalbyn. The population in 1839 was 2700 and to this day 

there is still more than a hint of Scotland about its built fabric. There are echoes of a small highlands town transformed to the Australian vernacular as you will discover walking around with the guide supplied by the local tourist office. 
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High Street is worth a dawdle for its antique and crafts shops. Dont miss London House, not only is the building heritage listed, you can buy quality antiques and bric a brac at fair prices. Then slow down even more to make the most of the restful and beguiling Soldiers Memorial Gardens which follow the River Angas though the town. Enjoy the geese swans and ducks, picnic in the park.

Stone & Haywood Stationary Engine Museum has more than 500 working models, the earliest dating from 1898, have been collected from all around Australia. Also on display are vintage cars and buses. ... Belvidere via Strathalbyn ...08 8536 2053 ... 

Community 

There are many people and organisations in and around Strathaalbyn who are dedicated to community development and support including the service clubs, Lions, Rotary, Apex and many other specialist support groups. 

Strath Philatelic Society - meet at Robin Hood Hotel - ph 08 8231 6358 
 

Town and Country Computers - sales, repairs, upgrades. 
  They specializing in printer refills and cartridges. email for list. 
 Strathalbyn.  08 8536 3161 

SDCA - Strathalbyn Traders Association 

The Eastern Fleurieu School  which was established in 1996, is an amalgamation of the schools in the region, each maintaining its own campus and provides education from reception to year twelve. Further education and training is available through the Alexandrina Council, Fleurieu Regional Development Corporation and TAFE. 

Strathalbyn Annual  Collectors, Hobbies and Antique Fair - Weekend 14-15 Aug 2000 - Proceeds to community groups

Wirraway Homestead - Youth Centre - a popular farm holiday and education centre - Old Bull Creek Road. - 08 8536 6063 
 
 

 
Wed Oct 6
Sun Nov 14
Wed Dec 15

During the summer months, the Southern Encounter runs from Mt Barker to Victor Harbor stopping at Strathalbyn and Goolwa, and is popular with passengers, observers, visitor and locals alike. The Cockle Train runs short trips from Victor Harbor to Goolwa.
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The Strathalbyn Craft Fair weekend May 

Strathalbyn Collectors, Hobbies and Antiques Fair. - Weekend Aug.  A very popular event.  08 85 36 4077  fax: 08 85 36 3212
 

The Strathalbyn Show is on the Monday of the Oct Labor day weekend. 

An important annual event is the Glenbarr Gathering which celebrates Strathalbyn's Scottish history - October

Another unusual and popular event held in Nov, organised by the Strathalbyn Rotary Club.  Duck Racing on the River Angas. Two thousand plastic ducks race and there are stalls and entertainment. 

The Town Crier lives in Strathalbyn, and was one of our dedicated school bus drivers. You are invited to meet Mac and learn about the ancient art. 

Milang, Langhorne Creek and Clayton  are small townships a short drive from Strathalbyn, they are well worthvisiting. 
 
 

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