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Bacchus Marsh - Cities, Towns and Localities |
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Only 48 km north-west of Melbourne, the historic town of Bacchus Marsh is
one of Victorias older towns. It is a rural town surrounded by orchards and
market gardens, still retains a number of historically significant buildings and
the perfect place to stay. The main entry to the town is a drive down the
tree-lined Avenue of Honour. Other attractions include the Lerderderg and
Werribee State Park, both offering great walking trails through the gorges.
You can get to Bacchus Marsh from Melbourne on the Western Freeway. There are
also V/line services operating seven days a week. For Bacchus Marsh
accommodation, click
here. For
up-to-date, attraction, tours and other information
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Avenue of Honour
For those coming into the town from
the east, The Avenue of Honour is the main entry. Since the advent of Dutch
Elm disease in Europe, it is now regarded as the finest elm avenue in the world.
There are approximately 281 North American elms, with the remaining elms, oaks
and plane trees planted in 1884.
The trees were planted to honour all those men and women from the district who
had fought and died in World War I.
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Blacksmith Cottage & Forge Bookbarn
100 Main St,
BACCHUS MARSH VIC 3340
Ph: 03 5367 1124 or Ph: 03 5367 3409 (can be viewed by
appointment, or see below for opening times
The Blacksmiths Cottage
and Forge Bookbarn is a reminder of the way of life experienced by the early
settlers to the district.
- The Cottage (c1851) Both Forge and Cottage open
every 4th Sunday 1-4 pm
Once occupied by the blacksmith and his family, and
today is fully restored and furnished with items donated by local interested
families. The blacksmith worked in the forge, shoeing horses and making and
repairing farm implements used by the general community. On display is
information relating to the blacksmiths and the families who have worked
in and occupied the forge and cottage since the early 1850s.
- The Forge Open Friday 12 pm - 4 pm and Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm
The Forge is now used as a bookbarn where books and paperbacks are sold to
visitors and the community. The Forge Bookbarn is open
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Other things to do in Bacchus Marsh include:
- Tramp the tracks and trails in Bacchus Marsh
- Adventure Playground at Maddingly Park for children
- Darley Markets (fortnightly Saturday morning markets)
- Monthly Village Shooping Centre Craft Market
- Wander the spectacular and solemnly religious Ta Pinu
- Try the marvellous fresh fruit and vegetables on the road side stalls
that is on the same road in as the Avenue of Honour
- Visit local wineries
- Tour the wonderful Werribee Vale Road
- Check out hte diverse range of restaurants and coffee shops
- See the meandering waters of teh Werribee and Lerdederg Rivers, and do a
spot of fishing
Just out of town:
- Visit the wonderful Werribee and Lerdederg Gorges
- Travel to Ballan Mineral Springs, beautiful Blackwood, or old world
Trentham
- Explore the rambling Rowsely Valley
- Linger in Longforest Fauna and Flora Reserves
- Dally at Lal Lal Falls
- Amble in Anakie Gorge or discover the wee folk at Fairie Park, or savour
the Anakie Vineyard produce
- Enjoy a BBQ and the vista at Lake Merrimu or picnic at Pykes Creek
Reservoir
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Bacchus Marsh Events
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Victoria Events |
Cup Day in the
Park
Maddingley Park, BACCHUS MARSH VIC 3340
Held November
This annual event has grown in size,
attractions, events and reputation since 1997. There are craft market,
athletics, animal rides, petting zoo, bookies, fairground rides, food stalls
and much more.
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Moorabool Shire
Council
15 Stead St, BALLAN VIC 3342 Ph: 03 5366 7100 Fax: 03 5368
1757
Includes some tourist info.
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