Wool Bay
Wool Bay is an attractive small seaside town situated between Stansbury and Coobowie. The town of Pickering was founded in 1876 and later in 1940 its name was changed due to the fact that the jetty (built in 1882), was wide enough to roll a bale of wool down; consequently the locals called it Wool Bay Jetty, and the name of the town changed to Wool Bay. With a permanent population of approximately 100, sandy beaches and moderate year round weather, Wool Bay is now the perfect place to leave behind a fast paced life, lie back, relax and enjoy the peace and quiet.
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History
Wool Bay initially was a wool, grain and lime exporting town. The uniquely designed Lime Kilns are situated on the cliffs above the town, for some mysterious reason the kilns here never worked properly. The kilns have now been restored and bear testimony to another long gone commercial activity.
Attractions
- Lime Kiln - The first to export Lime in the region, Charles Dry, initially at Stansbury, later moved to Wool Bay where he built the kilns that still stand today
- Jetty
- Swimming beach
- Electric BBQ situated in picnic area on cliff top near road heading down to beach
- Fuchsia Nursery, Lot 152 Coringle Road, is set on over 5 acres. The nursery sells blooms and impatiens, and offers Devonshire tea surrounded by beautiful country gardens.
Activities
- Fishing
- Walking
- Swimming
- Golf
Events
- Australia Day Breakfast held on the cliff tops on January 26th
Town Facilities
- Jetty
- Cement Boat Ramp
- Golf Course
Nearest Visitor Information
Yorke Peninsula Visitor Information Centre
29 Main Street, Minlaton, 5575
Stansbury Visitor Centre
cnr Weaver & Towler Street, Stansbury, 5582