Beechworth
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bloomfield is set in 2.5 acres of garden and walnut grove in the centre of Stanley village just 10 minutes drive from Beechworth. This gold rush era homestead offers self-contained accommodation comprising four bedrooms with en-suite, large lounge, dining room and country kitchen.
With stunning views of the Murmungee escarpment and just 8 kilometres from the centre of Beechworth The Vision Splendid is the rural escape you've been looking for. Run by brother and sister team Maurice Oldis and Jill Wills The Vision Splendid offers self-contained accommodation in the main homestead and / or two separate self-contained rooms.
Nestled in a delightful bush setting and just five minutes walk to the centre of Beechworth, the Beechworth Hideaway is a fully self contained home full of rustic charm and nestled amongst stunning gardens. It has three bedrooms, two with queen-sized beds and one room with a bunk bed. Rooms are available either individually or as a group booking. Throughout the cabin you will find quality furniture and fittings with all linen supplied. It also has outdoor BBQ facilities & private gazebo. There is also the added option of a 6-person spa.
Four 8 square holiday cabins, each accommodating 5 - 6 people. Situated in a bush setting, 20 minutes walk from Woolshed Falls and 5km from Beechworth. All cabins have two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen/dining, lounge, bathroom and it's own verandah. Doonas, pillows, spare blankets and electric blankets provided.
Two one bedroom and two, two bedroom luxury, self contained cottages set on the 1 ½ acre Stonebrae Mews Estate; landscaped gardens overlooking the Beechworth Gorge and Woolshed Valley.
A three bedroom self-contained cottage accommodating up to eight people. Located just a short walk to the centre of town, everything is supplied. The cottage is child and pet friendly with a large and secure back yard. Tariffs start at $110 for the first couple with additional adults welcome at just $25 per night, and additional child just $15 per night. There is no charge for pets.