Historical information
See History Walks No 5, p 11 and p32 Surrey Hills In Celebration of its Centennial 1883-1983
The date is approximate.
Tavistock was built c1890.
In 1897 it was the home of the Walker family; Joyce Walker later became matron of Mosgiel Hospital.
In 1902 it became the first site of Milverton Girls School.
From 1930s to 1960s it was home to Miss Marjorie Vahland, a locally well-known nursing sister.
Physical description
Colour photo of the roof and chimneys of 'Tavistock' at 192 Union Road, Surrey Hills. The house is Victorian in style, of red brick construction with a patterned slate tile roof and decorative chimneys.
