| Name: | Cookes Butchery |
| Location: | Corner Adelaide and Darling Streets, Wentworth |
| Use: | Butchers Shop (Lyric Theater) |
| Constructed: | 1890 |
| Demolished: | 0 |
| Theme: | Social Organisation and Recreation |
| Condition: | Poor |
| Endorsements: |
Statement of Heritage Significance:
Architecture/Environment:
A series of three rectangular buildings clad with corrugated iron connected by a corner facade constructed of brick. An original awning that extended the length of the facade has been partially removed. The building exhibits four timber 4/4 double hung windows.
History:
Part of the building is currently used as a butchery. The vacant portion was previously utilised as a theatre. The building is an important component of the Shire’s social history.
Recommendation:
Upgrade facade, reinstate replica awning.
References:
Recording Date: 13/12/1988
PHOTOGRAPHS:
Film Frame Nos:
9099/14