OverviewSamford is a valleyValley
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communityCommunity
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located in South East QueenslandSouth East Queensland
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, AustraliaAustralia
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. It is roughly 21 km north west of BrisbaneBrisbane
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Samford is probably the closest semi-rural acreage township to Brisbane. There are many acreage properties located in Samford Valley which are a short walk to the village centre.
Access to Samford from BrisbaneBrisbane
Brisbane is the state capital of the Australian state of Queensland and is the largest city in that state. With an estimated population of approximately 2 million, it is also the third most populous city in Australia....
is along Samford Road. Drive 15 minutes to Ferny Grove. The busy city is left behind.


Samford Village contains a vast mix of historical buildings, restaurants, shops and services. Samford's heritage as a village servicing farming communities is apparent from the facilities which include a saddlery, hardware and produce stores, as well as banking, shopping, medical, chiropractic, fitness, legal and accounting.
Samford must contain one of greater Brisbane’s most diverse mixture of first-class ethnic and traditional restaurants / takeaways.

Samford Valley Historical Museum

A popular tourist attraction is the Samford Valley Historical Museum.

John Scott Park

Located in the heart of the village, John Scott Park is the frequent venue of community cultural activities such as free concerts and holiday celebrations. The park contains excellent playground facilities for children, and is a popular venue for weekend barbecueBarbecue
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Thanks so much but this is not what im looking for i need history thanks