Beechworth
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.
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.
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
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 Newsagency offers one of the most well presented and charming Newsagents in Victoria, if not Australia. It underwent a complete shop refit in June 2004. Achievements include back to back Victorian Newsagency of the Year in 2005 & 2006. It recently took out the highest award in its industry winning Australian Newsagency of the Year 2006.
Discover the silky soft 'Fibre of the Gods' in the largest range of alpaca product in Australia. Glamorous garments for men and women, gorgeous teddy bears & luxury Australian alpaca homewares! The Ardent Alpaca is brimming with products of every description made from alpaca fleece.
Beechworth's first online shop is dedicated to one of Australia's most iconic and controversial artists, Norman Lindsay. Australia's leading Norman Lindsay online store is 
The very popular Moonrise at Beechworth print by Kenneth Jack R.W.S (Australian School) is now available online from www.Beechworth.com.au . You can purchase your copy of this stunning print depicting the the early Beechworth streetscape. It is signed and dated within the print. The image measures approximately 53cm (H) x 73.5cm (W) and there is an additional a border of up to 6.5cms to complete the print.
Beechworth Toys and Collectables is a joy to visit. Explore the traditional, quirky and the unusual range of goods on offer. Since opening in 2000 Beechworth Toys have earned a reputation for quality toys and collectable memorabilia seldom found in one great location.
Discover the Beechworth Honey Experience. We have always been fascinated by honey bees, they're "amazing" little insects and so are all the products that they are responsible for producing. At Beechworth Honey Experience our passion for Australian honey as you browse our concept store where you will find Australia's largest range of Beechworth Honey specialty products.