Beechworth
The Beechworth Celtic Festival is an annual event that takes place throughout the streets, pubs, halls and other venues in Beechworth. Each year the the Festival attracts thousands of people to town to enjoy the entertainment that spans an entire weekend in November. The Celtic Festival is a great day out for everyone with many free events, stages, street performances and community groups getting involved. There are also a number of ticketed events which offer value for money and ticket holders see some of Australia's finest musicians and performers. With marching bands, pipe bands, Celtic musicians, street performers, dancers, markets and food the Beechworth Celtic festival is weekend of fun for all.
The Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Easter Festival is traditionally the biggest annual festival on the Beechworth calendar and each year attracts around ten thousand visitors to the region with many booking out accommodation and restaurants years in advance. The festival also attracts many day visitors from the surrounding districts all keen to see the spectacle. The weekend highlight is the Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Easter Festival parade which makes its way down Ford Street to the delight of onlookers and varies each year to include everything from elephants to the local comical marching band. There are plenty of activities during this weekend with the popular Easter egg hunt and side shows popular amongst the children.
As well as being Victoria's best preserved gold mining town, Beechworth also has a number of remnants and ruins of our past. The Beechworth hospital facade is one such ruin and the most significant of all the partly remaining buildings in town. The hospital facade has a great, but in some ways sad, story and it is worth the short walk from the centre of town to see the facade and read its story. There is an informational board on site. The Beechworth Hospital Facade also makes a great location for wedding photos as well as happy snaps of your time in Beechworth. The hospital facade is located at the end of Church Street, approximately a five minute walk from the corner of Ford and Church Streets
Drive Back in Time is a popular annual Beechworth event held over two days each autumn. With polished chrome the proud owners present their vehicles in a static parade along Ford Street Beechworth in front of the Historic Precinct. There is also a steam display in the nearby Police Paddocks. The Beechworth Drive Back in Time weekend also includes a guided tour of the region by local enthusiasts. The weekend includes displays of cars, trucks and motor cycles as well as steam engines and other displays. There are various award categories and other informational displays on the day. The display to free to see and a great day out for both motoring enthusiasts and those enjoy a good family day out.
Opera in the Alps is held each year in the grounds of LaTrobe at Beechworth. With a typical Australia bush backdrop Opera in the Alps has been staged in Beechworth each January for a number of years and each event attracts visitors from around Australia. Regular headline acts have included performers such as Marina Prior, David Hobson and James Morrison as well as some of Australia's rising stars. Tickets for Opera in the Alps should always be booked in advance as the popular seating and picnic areas do sell out. Ticket options may vary from year to year but generally included a seated area and a BYO chair and picnic area. Food and alcohol are available on site.
Beechworth is home to some of Australia's most iconic flora and fauna. Within minutes of the centre of town you may see koala's, kookaburra's, kangaroos, wallabies, cockatoos, blue tongued lizards, echidna's and wombats. There are also majestic gum trees, waterfalls, cascades and bush walks. Beechworth has plenty of walks to enjoy. From the casual strolls around the streets of Beechworth to the many bush trails and walks that let you discover hidden disused mines, waterfalls, cascades, creeks, typical Australian bush and wildlife there is a walk to suit everyone. Walks in Beechworth cover all levels of fitness with some longer more challenging bush walks to easy walks that let you experience this amazing part of Australia.
Situated on 1.5 acres of landscaped gardens and boasting views of the valley and gorge, Annabelle's Bed and Breakfast has often been described as having a certain ' je na sais quai'. Choose to stay in one of four luxury appointed guest rooms, all with delightful French overtones or Villa Amelie in the garden. Annabelles offers the discerning guest tasteful, serene surroundings with all the trimmings.
Gorge Walk Guest House B & B was purpose built and is designed for the comfort of guests. Situated only 5 minutes walk from the town centre, with its many historic buildings and attractions the Gorge walk offers accommodation in 4 large bedrooms, 3 with ensuites and one with private bathroom. Rooms inlcude king, queen and single size beds, heating and cooling, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, bay windows with French doors and dimmer lighting.
The Alba Country Rose Private Bed and Breakfast is available for your your exclusive enjoyment whilst in Beechworth. With so many galleries and historic places to visit, you will love experiencing the beauty this area has to offer. The two private accommodation suites are situated within picturesque gardens that feature over 2,000 old-fashioned roses, cottage plants and shrubs, with the historic township of Beechworth as its backdrop.
Superior accommodation in four large elegantly and individually decorated queen rooms, each with sitting area, open fire, antiques, ensuite with double spa and private access to the veranda and landscaped gardens. Tariff includes a full breakfast. Enjoy the guest lounge, dining room and light filled conservatory.
Beechworth House is set on 2.5 acres of expansive gardens in a semi rural setting just 1.5kms from the centre of town. There is a large pond with abundant native birdlife, extensive rose gardens, and shady sitting areas, all overlooking the nearby Stanley Ranges
Situated within the historic Convent, The Old Priory offers various accommodation options ranging from unique mezzanine style to dormitories with shared facilities. Guesthouse tariffs, including a continental buffet breakfast begin at $50 for singles. There are two B&B cottages with a 3 star rating, double rooms with ensuite and two self-contained flats. The Old Priory can also cater for large groups with shared dormitory accommodation from $40 per person.
