Woodend | Victoria
This small township, 69km NW of Melbourne, is surrounded by the Macedon Ranges. Woodend became a resort town after the gold rush and has retained its old-world atmosphere. Main AttractionsWoodend is characterised by quaint shops in the main street, old hotels, a bluestone Anglican Church and a stone bridge built in 1862, which spans Five Mile Creek. The clock tower was built as a WWI memorial. The Insectarium of Victoria is located in town on the Calder Hwy. The Insectarium has expanded its exhibitions to become the largest insect and related invertebrate research centre in Australia. |
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Most popular photosNearby attractionsHanging Rock is Woodend's most popular attraction. Located 6km NE of the town, this huge rock formation was made famous by Joan Lindsay's novel, Picnic at Hanging Rock, and then by the film of the same name. Visitors can discover the history, mystery and geology of the rock at the new Hanging Rock Discovery Centre. Nearby Hanging Rock Winery produces a range of quality red, white and sparkling wines. It is open for tastings and cellar door sales. There are over 15 wineries in the region. Mount Macedon is located 10km east and there is a huge memorial cross at its summit. The area is renowned for beautiful gardens and many are open to the public in spring and autumn. There are numerous scenic drives and bushwalks around Mount Macedon. latest stories
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Whats close? (direct line)accommodation0.0 km Holgate Brewhouse at Keatings Hotel0.1 km Bella Loft 1.0 km Campaspe Country House Hotel & Restaurant 2.1 km Woodbury Cottage 2.5 km Westminster Lodge 4.7 km Macedon Spa 8.1 km Tarn House B&B 8.8 km Braeside Bed & Breakfast 11.7 km Tilwinda 12.1 km Springvale Country Retreat 12.4 km Airleigh-Rose Cottage 12.5 km Wyoming Bed and Breakfast 12.8 km Isabella at Kyneton 12.8 km Downunder Farmstays 13.2 km Jag Tours 13.3 km Apartment 61a 13.5 km B&B on Piper 13.7 km Gisborne Park Stud B&B 14.2 km Myamba Bed & Breakfast attractions0.0 km Holgate Brewhouse at Keatings Hotel6.4 km Paramoor Winery 7.7 km Hanging Rock Winery 7.9 km Macedon Regional Park 11.7 km Chanters Ridge 12.6 km Lakshmi's Circle 13.2 km Royal George Hotel 13.2 km Tanja Fairweather 13.2 km Country Habit 13.3 km Slow Living 15.1 km Kyneton Ridge Estate events0.2 km Woodend Winter Arts Festival8.2 km The Age Harvest Picnic at Hanging Rock 8.2 km Sunday Picnic at Hanging Rock 12.5 km Dowsing for Health with Alanna Moore 12.6 km Exploring Spirit Course with Alanna Moore 12.8 km Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival information0.1 km Woodend Visitor Information Centre11.8 km Kyneton Visitor Information Centre tours13.2 km Jag Tours14.5 km Victoria Winery Tours Region: Macedon Ranges and Spa CountryLocal WeatherTourist info
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