Tender for to Lease and Operate Ringsfield House, Nanango

⁠⁠⁠The Ringsfield property was built as a private residence in 1908 as a 14 room villa. Ringsfield remained as a private residence until 1942 when it was opened as a maternity hospital. The maternity hospital closed in 1969 but was reopened as a women’s refuge in 1973.

Since 1995 the Nanango and District Historical Society, in corporation with the Principal, has managed and improved the Ringsfield property, with the addition of many outbuildings, including the relocation of the Nanango Presbyterian Church and Nanango Primary School building.

a) Ringsfield House
Ringsfield house is a large historically significant residence which now houses historical displays, has a large kitchen capable of being used commercially, and a verandah café overlooking the gardens.

b) Gardens
Extensive established gardens complement the house and are often used for weddings, special occasions, marquee receptions and photographs.

c) Nanango State School building

This school building was relocated to the Ringsfield property and restored as a conference and meeting room catering for up to 30 people. Known as the Pat Lee Meeting Room it houses historical displays and items which complement the building but do not impede the functionality of the space.

d) Nanango Presbyterian Church
The church was relocated to the Ringsfield property and has been fully restored as a church. It is airconditioned, and once had video equipment installed for regular movie nights.

e) Various outbuildings
Outbuildings have been constructed on the property in keeping with the heritage value of the house including the Coach Shed, Sheppard’s hut, and accessible toilet. Other structures around the grounds include shade sails, picnic tables, raised timber garden beds and a garden shed.