A.B. Paterson College has maintained a profound connection with Australia's outback, specifically with Winton, for three decades. Rooted in the vision of educating and immersing young minds in the nation's history and landscapes, the College's link to Winton has culminated in Barty’s Place; a pivotal site in the heart of Winton for educational experiences and cultural exchange.
Barty's Place, located in the heart of the town of Winton was officially opened in July 2023 by Board Chair, Mr David Tanner and Principal, Ms Joanne Sheehy and serves as a purpose-built group accommodation facility comprising a large hall, dormitory-style rooms, with a fully appointed commercial kitchen and dining facility.
Beyond serving as accommodation for the College's Year 6 and Year 10 students, Barty's Place is available for other school and corporate groups to hire, providing the opportunity for more young people to experience this stunning and unique part of our country, while also providing a significant economic boost to the local community.
Barty’s Place is designed to provide authentic outback experiences for school camps/excursions and large youth groups. A subsidy is available upon application to all Queensland schools taking students in Year 1 to 12 on a camp within the boundary of Outback Queensland. Further information can be found here.
Barty’s Place Accommodation Facilities
Dormitories:
- Eight single dormitory rooms, each with air conditioning and shared ensuite bathrooms.
- Includes a disabled bathroom (shared) if required.
Great Hall:
- Can accommodate up to 150 people in a camp stretcher style.
- Additional charge for stretcher bed hire.
Commercial Kitchen:
- Available for hire by large groups/events or local catering businesses with a Food Safety Licence and relevant insurances.
A hire agreement is required.
Amenities
- Female amenities block with eight showers and eight toilets.
- Male amenities block with eight showers, four toilets, and urinals.
- Commercial kitchenette and laundry facilities.
- Ambulant bathroom.
- Yarning circle - camp fire facility.
- Designated on-site car parking.
