Weymouth, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Weymouth Tasmania
Aerial shot of Weymouth (left) and Bellingham (right)
Weymouth Location in Tasmania
Population	129 (2016 census)
Postcode(s)	7252
Location	256 km (159 mi) N of Hobart 60 km (37 mi) N of Launceston 37 km (23 mi) NE of George Town
LGA(s)	George Town
Region	Launceston
State electorate(s)	Bass
Federal Division(s)	Bass
Localities around Weymouth: Lulworth Bass Strait Bass Strait Stony Head Weymouth Bellingham Pipers River Pipers River Pipers Brook

Weymouth is a small, quiet place in northern Tasmania, Australia. It's located near the Pipers River, across from a town called Bellingham. It's also about 60 kilometers (about 37 miles) from a bigger city, Launceston.

Weymouth is part of the George Town area. In 2016, a count of people living there, called a census, showed that 129 people lived in Weymouth. Even though not many people live there all the time, it becomes a popular spot for visitors during the warm summer months.

Weymouth is a fun place to visit! It has a lovely beach where you can relax. There's also a tennis court if you like to play sports. For younger kids, there's a community hall with a playground.

Discovering Gems on Weymouth Beach

The beaches in Weymouth are famous for special rocks and minerals. You can find beautiful agate and chalcedony here. These are types of quartz, which is a common mineral.

Agate often has cool bands of different colors. Chalcedony can be found in many colors too, and it often looks waxy. A part of the beach is even set aside as a "fossicking area." This means it's a special place where you are allowed to search for and collect rocks and minerals. It's like a treasure hunt!

A Look Back: Weymouth's History

Weymouth was officially named a "locality" in 1960. A locality is a specific area or place.

Before that, there was a post office nearby called Back Creek Post Office. It opened a long time ago, on June 1, 1870. In 1959, the Weymouth office took its place. However, this post office later closed in 1977.

Where is Weymouth? Its Geography

Weymouth is located in a beautiful natural area. The northern edge of Weymouth meets the waters of Bass Strait. This is a large body of water that separates Tasmania from mainland Australia.

To the east, the Pipers River forms another natural boundary. This river flows through the area, adding to the scenic views.

Getting Around: Roads in Weymouth

There are a couple of main roads that help people get to and from Weymouth.

• Route C816 (Weymouth Road): This road comes into Weymouth from the south. It goes all the way through to the main village area in the north-east, where it ends.
• Route C817 (Tam O’Shanter Road): This road starts where it meets Route C816. It then heads north before leaving the Weymouth area.