Abbey's 'The Green House'

The Touchwood Gallery and Cafe is located at Stanley, North West Tasmania. Stanley is a one-hour drive north-west of Burnie (78 km) and a 90-minute drive from Devonport (127 km). The Touchwood Gallery specialises in fine Tasmanian artworks. You can browse the Gallery's collection of hand-made pottery, blown glass, pewter, jewellery and fine woodcraft made from Tasmanian speciality timbers. Artisans include; Crickhollow Pottery, Mark Knight Pottery, West Tamar Woodcrafts and Tasmanian Glassblowers, among many others. Many of the artworks are for sale and phone orders are also accepted. Treat yourself to aromatic coffee and home-baked treats in the Touchwood Café. Sample freshly baked cakes, muffins or scones slathered in freshly whipped cream and homemade jam, or enjoy a gourmet snack or light meal from the menu which features fine Tasmanian produce, including fresh local seafood. Touchwood also offers bed and breakfast, cottage accommodation overlooking the ocean and dramatic Stanley coastline.

Conveniently located at the historic Stanley Town Hall. Call us or drop into the Stanley Visitor Centre to collect your visitor guides, local maps and brochures. This is a pop-up, unmanned Visitor Centre if you would like to talk to a local, please call 0364 135333 We are open seven days a week: (0900 to 1700).

We know a thing or two about hospitality as we have been welcoming guests since 1847 - trust in our experience to provide you with a warm welcome. This is Stanley's local' - an ideal place for a drink and to chat with the locals. Lounge in the comfortable armchairs in the Bar by the blazing wood fire, and browse the amazing collection of old black and white photos of Stanley dating back to the 1830s. Enjoy a great selection of Tasmanian wines, ciders, spirits and beers. You might see the muddy boots left outside the door where our local farmers have popped in for a drink after dropping off their freshly dug potatoes or have a yarn to Stanley’s fisherman who provides us with our seafood just back from their daily catch. We provide the usual pub fare with a stylish twist plus on-trend restaurant dishes influenced by what we see out our windows – seafood, great steaks and farmed abalone. Our suppliers are our friends and are just as likely to be sitting at the table next to you. Friendly, open and knowledgeable staff will make you feel very welcome. The Bistro is warm and spacious with views of the amazing sunsets. The original stone cellars under the Hotel house our fine selection of wine including a great Tasmanian selection.