DESTINATION: Bacchus Marsh

This town is located between the Werribee and Lerderderg rivers, 49km west of Melbourne. Although close enough to Melbourne to be a commuter town, Bacchus Marsh is surrounded by orchards and market gardens sited on what once was marshland.

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Many buildings, including the Manor House built by Capt William Henry Bacchus in 1846, are classified by the National Trust. Others include the sandstone Court House, built in 1858; and still used today; the gaol; and the National Bank. The avenue of English oaks, elms and plane trees called the Avenue of Honour was planted as a memorial to the citizens of Bacchus Marsh. An extension of Main St, it provides an impressive entrance to the town, and is claimed to be the best stand of elm trees in the world.

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Avenue Of Honour - Bacchus Marsh, Victoria

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Nearby attractions

Lerderderg Gorge, located 10km north, is a popular spot for swimming, picnics and bushwalking. Brisbane Ranges NP, with its many walking tracks and spring wildflowers, is 16km SW. Wineries in the area include St Anne's Vineyard, 6km west on the Western Fwy. This winery has a bluestone cellar built from the remains of the old Ballarat Gaol.

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Region: Macedon Ranges and Spa Country

Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges Day Spa, Victoria

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The Macedon Ranges and Spa Country, Victoria. Main attractions include Convent Gallery, Wombat Hill, Daylesford, Hanging Rock, Hepburn Springs Spa Resort and Lavandula Lavender Farm. Major tourist towns; Bacchus Marsh, Daylesford, Gisborne, Kilmore, Kyneton, Melton and Woodend. more

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