About Us
About the SIRJ
Built in 1849 by James Whittaker, the Sir John Franklin Hotel (affectionately known as The SIRJ) was the leading hotel in Kapunda in its time. Due to its successful copper mines, Kapunda became the birthplace of South Australia’s ‘Copper Kingdom’ boom, with much of our town’s infrastructure flourishing as a result. The Sir John Franklin Hotel was named after the Arctic explorer and Tasmanian Governor, Sir John Franklin.
Facilities
The Sir John Franklin Hotel is one of Kapunda’s truly historic buildings, dating back to 1849. This bveloed local has been thoughtfully restored and upgraded, without losing any of its heritage charm!
Step in and enjoy our:
- Front Bar with TAB facilities
- Dining Room
- Beer Garden
Functions
The SIRJ’s Dining Room and Beer Garden are available for a wide range of functions. No matter the occasion, from birthdays and anniversaries to large gatherings, our staff will work with you to ensure a seamless, memorable event.
Contact our Events Manager today to host your next event at The SIRJ.
