Railway irons

The Cowshed is an original herringbone milking shed. Inside the shed was a milking pit, in which the farmer worked, putting the milking cups on and off the cows. The original pipework to the entrance of this pit sill remains in The Cowshed.

The Cowshed roof was supported by railway irons from the Waihi to Waikino railway. These irons remain, and further railway iron was sourced from the Victoria Battery to complete the kitchen area. We appreciate the support of the Victoria Battery to source and supply this iron.




Much time, grinding and perseverance is starting to bring the iron back to life.....