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The Beechworth Honey Shop

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The Beechworth Honey Shop

The iconic Beechworth Honey Shop warmly welcomes visitors to discover the wonderful world of Australian honey. Taste the largest collection of single varietal honey in Australia. With over 40 single varietal honeys to taste. From delicate, fruity, warm and bold flavour profiles, you'll be sure to find something to excite your tastebuds. Your day just got a whole lot sweeter. The Beechworth Honey Shop is home to its very own working bee hive. Discover and learn about one of the world's most fascinating creatures and see honey being made right before your eyes. The Beechworth Honey Shop is more than just honey. Shop from the range of 100% Australian honey, honey gifts, confectionary, drinks and their honey and beeswax skincare products. This is just the beginning of your Beechworth Honey experience.

Beechworth VIC

0.1 km away

Merinomink Shell Cardigan in Golden Pearl — Image credit: Untouched World New Zealand

Shopping and Markets

Dalcheri Natural Fibres

Specialising in carefully curated Natural Fibres and Natural products throughout, Dalcheri offers unique styling and timeless ranges with a focus on sustainable and ethical manufacturing. Dalcheri are the Leaders in Possum and Merino garments made in New Zealand, and stock a wide range of men's and women's knitwear, fashion and accessories in other superior natural fibres such as Merino Wool, Hemp, Linen, Wood Fibre, Cashmere, Silk, and Recycled Fibres. The Dalcheri philosophy is built around a passion and desire to educate their customers on the benefits of natural fibres and the ethical and sustainable aspects of manufacturing, to empower them in making better choices around their shopping habits. Shopping at Dalcheri Natural Fibres is an unmissable experience in itself, with superior product knowledge and an individualised and welcoming customer experience.

Beechworth VIC

0.2 km away

Beechworth Toys and Collectables

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Beechworth Toys and Collectables

Established in 2000, Beechworth Toys and Collectables specialises in quality wooden toys, educational games, colourful hot air balloons, wooden trains, everything to aid a child development and learning skills - it is a truly a magical old-school shop. Rambling through one of Beechworth's oldest well preserved buildings. If you can lift your head up above the toys you will see their pressed metal ceiling that came by ship from England in 1889. From Babies to Octogenarian's, there is something for everyone, from large old style rocking horses that are Australian made to wind up tin toys, Spitfires, Second World War planes, Meccano, dolls from Europe, Amazing Australian plush animals, Finska, puzzles and so on. They also stock a vast range of Art supply. For the collector, they have French pocket knives, German Steiff Bears and Model planes. Most importantly, the staff can help handpick and advise with making a suitable purchase for a child of a certain age.

Beechworth VIC

0.2 km away

Exhibitions change regularly

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Gallery on Ford

The Gallery on Ford is a light filled contemporary gallery showcasing the work of Maureen Varnavsky and selected artists. Visitors are invited to experience a curated selection of two and three dimensional works in an intimate, contemporary setting. The Gallery On Ford is on the main road and just 150 metres from the shops in Beechworth. The Gallery on Ford, from time to time, also hosts workshops and exhibition openings.

Beechworth VIC

0.2 km away

Inside the hive!

Amusement and Theme Parks

Bee School by Beechworth Honey

Bee School by Beechworth Honey is an interactive educational experience for schools and groups. Learn about the importance of bees, honey, and biodiversity. Leave Bee School with a better understanding of the natural environment that sustains us. They provide access to enriching learning materials that are engaging, accessible, and inclusive for all ages. The qualified educators have created all sessions and are aligned with the Australian and Victorian Curriculum. From play-based sessions exploring the workings of a hive to investigative experiences surrounding food security and the vital role of pollinators. All sessions end on a sweet note – tasting honey from our extensive range of over 40 different varieties!

Beechworth VIC

0.3 km away

The Burke Museum Beechworth front facade from left angle

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Burke Museum

Originally built as the Beechworth Athenaeum in 1857, The Burke Museum was named in honour of Robert O'Hara Burke, the famous explorer and former Beechworth Superintendent of Police, after his death at Coopers Creek in 1861 during the Burke and Wills expedition. The collection includes Burke's own bible, inscribed revolver and saddlebags used in the ill-fated expedition. The Museum boasts a fascinating and historically significant collection of more than 30,000 individual items, many dating back more than 150 years. The collection includes a large collection of 19th Century native animal and birdlife taxidermy, significant Gold Rush era artefacts, and the Street of Shops, a unique recreation of Gold Era Beechworth. The exhibition, People of Beechworth, showcases the resilience and diversity of the Beechworth community. The exhibition explores themes such as food and culture, volunteering, sport, Chinese history and the fight for gender equality in both a historic and modern context, and demonstrates that history is not something confined to the past, instead, it is made every day.

Beechworth VIC

0.3 km away

The Finer Things of Life

Shopping and Markets

The Finer Things of Life

The Finer Things of Life is what they are about, the joy of owning precious things. In a contemporary world, The Finer Things of Life are a stroll down memory lane, a reminder of a quiet genteel era, where possessions became part of your family and were cherished by future generations. The items are not from a catalogue or chain store, they are reproductions of vintage designs and are handcrafted by valued artisans. The Finer Things of Life offer exceptional personal service to customers and often send by mail a little thank you for your patronage.

Beechworth VIC

0.3 km away

Two women walking in front of the Beechworth Historic Precinct

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Beechworth Historic Precinct

The Beechworth Historic Precinct is a collection of nationally significant buildings telling the story of how Australia grew and prospered. Within the precinct, visitors will find the Beechworth Courthouse, Burke Museum, Telegraph Station, and Powder Magazine. The Beechworth Courthouse is currently home to the Kelly Trials Exhibition. The Kelly Trials Exhibition provides an immersive 270-degree, wrap around multimedia experience, telling the stories of crime and punishment, governance and law, and bushranger Ned Kelly. The Burke museum boasts a fascinating and historically significant collection of more than 30,000 individual items and some linked to famous figures of history such as Dame Nellie Melba and Robert O'Hara Burke. Highlights include an extensive collection of Chinese, Goldmining and Natural History artefacts and the 19th century Street of Shops. Built in 1858, the Telegraph Station once linked the town to the outside world through the medium of Morse code.

Beechworth VIC

0.4 km away

A mother, father, young girl and young boy crowd around an old telegraph machine

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Beechworth Telegraph Station

Long before phones and the internet, the Beechworth Telegraph Station connected Beechworth to the wider world. Built in 1858, the Telegraph Station was the region's communications hub, transmitting messages between Melbourne, Sydney and beyond using Morse Code. News travelled at unprecedented speed, including reports relating to Ned Kelly, the Kelly Gang and the siege at Glenrowan. Today, the building offers a fascinating insight into the technology that transformed communication in colonial Australia. Explore original telegraph equipment, discover the work of the surveyors who helped design Beechworth and surrounding towns, and learn how messages were sent across vast distances with a series of clicks and taps. The station is also home to an Oral History Room, where recordings from local residents provide first-hand accounts of life in Beechworth, and exhibitions that explore the town's rich transport and railway history. What makes the Telegraph Station particularly unique is that it remains an active part of the international Morse Code community. With the help of dedicated volunteers, visitors can still send Morse Code messages to other telegraph stations across Australia and around the world. Located opposite the Beechworth Visitor Information Centre and Town Hall, the Telegraph Station offers a hands-on way to discover the people, technology and innovations that helped shape life in regional Australia.

Beechworth VIC

0.4 km away

a group of year 9 students sit and watch a 270 degree cinema experience on the walls

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Kelly Trials Exhibition

The Beechworth Courthouse played a significant role during the Kelly outbreak of 1878-1880, as the location of more than 40 trials and hearings for the Kelly Gang and its sympathisers. The Kelly Trials Exhibition immerses you in a 270-degree, wrap around cinema experience, telling the stories of crime and punishment, governance and law, and bushranger Ned Kelly. Hosted sessions run daily on the hour from 10:00am, with the last session starting at 3:00pm. Tickets can be purchased in-person from the Beechworth Visitor Information Centre or online. Ramp access and service animal friendly.

Beechworth VIC

0.4 km away

Imagination Playground by Agency of Sculpture

Landmarks and Buildings

Imagination Playground by Agency of Sculpture

Ignite a sense of wonder at Imagination Playground in historic Beechworth. Designed by local legends Agency of Sculpture, this isn't just a place to play, it's an invitation to explore the wild side of the High Country, where art meets outdoor adventure. Specializing in bespoke, site-specific works that blend craftsmanship with community spirit, the Agency of Sculpture team has created a space that feels uniquely Beechworth. Located at the historic trailhead of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail, a stone's throw from Beechworth's vibrant town centre and Lake Sambell, the playground serves as the perfect jumping-off point for families exploring the High Country. The playground moves away from the ordinary, featuring custom-built equipment and interactive art that honours the local landscape. Discover the quirky local legend of the Rock-Eating Rabbits, brought to life through whimsical sculptures that spark storytelling and curiosity. Kids can soar through the air on the flying fox or navigate the diverse nature play zones designed for climbing and balance. Imagination Playground is a part of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Enhancements Project, a project introducing a series of must-see moments designed to make the trail more engaging, accessible and shareable than ever before. The public art installations are part of a curated journey featuring world-class installations that celebrate local stories interpreted by Victorian artists.

Beechworth VIC

0.5 km away

Exterior shot of the Beechworth Powder Magazine

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Beechworth Powder Magazine

Restored by the National Trust in 1966, this building is a unique addition to the historic precinct of Beechworth. Built in 1859 at a cost of £1500, the Powder Magazine stored black-powder used for blasting on the goldfields, and miners were required by law to leave bulk gunpowder in the building overnight. The unique design of the building ensured that any explosion would be minimised by the building's structure. Today, visitors can see the engineering that created this sturdy and quite rare building, designed so that any explosion would travel upwards rather than outwards. The Powder Magazine is located a short distance from the centre of town, accessible by car with parking available, or you can take a leisurely bike ride or walk through the historic streets of Beechworth.

Beechworth VIC

0.7 km away

Stillwater Saunas

Spas and Retreats

Stillwater Saunas

Experience North-East Victoria's first floating sauna, on Lake Sambell in Beechworth. Stillwater Saunas invites guests to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with both body and nature. The experience blends the timeless tradition of a wood-fired sauna with the invigorating option of a cold plunge into the lake, creating a restorative ritual for both locals and visitors. Choose from community, private, or multi-pass sessions and immerse yourself in this rejuvenating new wellness experience.

Beechworth VIC

0.9 km away

Lake Sambell

Parks and Gardens

Lake Sambell

Lake Sambell is a short stroll from the centre of Beechworth, and is a picturesque recreation reserve and a popular venue for water and boating activities. It was originally the site of the Rocky Mountain Mining Company, an open cut sluice operation during the mid 1800s and the early 1900s, during the town's gold rush era. In the 1920s the area was created into a recreational lake and reserve for the residents and visitors of Beechworth. Recent extensive work has been undertaken to provide walking trails throughout the reserve along with an adventure playground for children at the Sandy Beach swimming area. The Murray to the Mountains Rail Trail passes through the reserve, with the lake providing the perfect resting point for weary legs. Facilities include two electric barbecues, picnic tables and seating, walking tracks and a children's adventure playground.

Beechworth VIC

0.9 km away

Spring Creek - Beechworth George Walk — Image credit: Visit Victoria

National Parks and Reserves

Beechworth Historic Park

Just minutes from the historic streets of Beechworth, Beechworth Historic Park blends gold rush heritage, scenic lookouts and outdoor adventure in the heart of Victoria's High Country. Explore a network of walking and cycling trails through former goldfields, forested gullies and granite-studded landscapes that tell the story of the miners who flocked to the area in the 1850s. Discover historic sites including the Powder Magazine, old mining works and waterways that once powered one of Victoria's richest goldfields. Take a walk or scenic drive to One Tree Hill and The Precipice for sweeping views across the surrounding countryside and the former Reids Creek goldfields. After rain, The Cascades waterfall is a spectacular sight, while the park's striking granite formations create memorable photo opportunities. The park is also a haven for wildlife and nature lovers. Wander among stringybark forests, native cypress pines and seasonal wildflowers while keeping watch for kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, koalas, echidnas and colourful birdlife. Perfect for families, walkers, cyclists and history enthusiasts, the park offers everything from gentle lakeside strolls near Lake Sambell to longer bushwalks through peaceful forest landscapes. Visitors can also experience a taste of the gold rush by fossicking in approved areas. Beechworth Historic Park is part of an Aboriginal cultural landscape, recognising the deep and continuing connection Traditional Owners have to Country.

Beechworth VIC

1.1 km away

Walking through the Old Gaol

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Old Beechworth Gaol

Step inside one of Australia's most historic landmarks. The Old Beechworth Gaol played a major role in the story of Ned Kelly, housing Ned, his mother Ellen, his brother Dan, and many of their supporters. Built in the 1860s from granite quarried on site, the gaol is a stunning example of gold rush architecture that still stands strong today. Join a guided tour any day of the week, with extra times added during holiday periods. Book online or get your tickets at the on-site cafe. Please check the website for specific times. Our heated and airconditioned indoor Visitor's Reception Centre and cafe serves locally roasted coffee, handmade sausage rolls, toasties and delicious cookies and snacks. For more information, head to the Old Beechworth Gaol website.

Beechworth VIC

1.1 km away

Spa Therapist — Image credit: The Benev

Landmarks and Buildings

The Benev Spa

The Benev Spa's therapists work with listening hands and talking bodies: creating a connection that invites deep rest, renewal, and a quiet return to self. In stillness, they flourish. Each treatment space is designed to support that journey - with deep soaking tubs, rain showers, and a heritage setting that holds you gently. Whether you choose to experience a treatment in solitude or share the journey with another, each moment is guided by care and informed by the knowing that The Benev gives back: to people, place, and purpose. Their purpose-built space offers unhurried lounges indoors and out, inviting you to linger a little longer, breathe a little deeper, and reconnect to what matters. Be where your feet are and let your mind travel.

Beechworth VIC

1.1 km away

Pill cupboards — Image credit: Mayday Escape Rooms

Amusement and Theme Parks

Mayday Escape Rooms

Set in the heart of the decommissioned Mayday Hills Lunatic Asylum at Beechworth, this escape rooms offers a unique glimpse into the past of this historic gem. The escape rooms make use of several buildings within the 1867 footprint of the hospital, all of which remain largely unchanged today. With the exhilaration of racing the clock to solving these immersive puzzles and uncover the mysteries of a world gone by, it is no wonder Escape Rooms are growing in popularity the world over. Suitable for the whole family, this experience is a must do for those looking for a challenging and fulfilling experience while visiting the region. With plenty of onsite parking and other co-located activities, you are sure to loose yourself in the beauty of the grounds.

Beechworth VIC

1.6 km away

Chinese Burning Towers — Image credit: Heath Missen

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Chinese Burning Towers

The 1850's gold rush saw many Chinese nationals converge on Beechworth seeking their fortune. As the population grew so too did the need for specialised services to cater for their cultural needs. A section of the Beechworth Cemetery was allocated for burial with the burning towers built in 1857. Mourners used the towers to burn offerings of paper prayers, pork and gifts for the afterlife. Located in the original Beechworth Cemetery, the towers are located inside the main gates at the northern section of the cemetery. Please be respectful and mindful not to enter while a funeral is in progress.

Beechworth VIC

1.6 km away

Entry to Ashby Grove home of Wild Sacred Medicine — Image credit: Wild Sacred Medicine

Spas and Retreats

Wild Sacred Medicine

Wild Sacred Medicine is a holistic healing practice located on a peaceful five-acre property known as Ashby Grove, just outside the historic town of Beechworth in North East Victoria. Surrounded by trees, open land, and the gentle presence of animals, it offers a calm and restorative environment for visitors seeking relaxation, connection, and personal renewal. Wild Sacred Medicine supports embodied alignment helping people reconnect with themselves, nature, and a more centred way of being through Healing Arts sessions and Sacred Gatherings. Visitors can experience individual Healing Arts sessions including Reiki (Energy Healing), Shamanic Healing, Ancestral Medicine, and relational healing work. These sessions are designed to support deep relaxation, emotional release, clarity, and a sense of balance and wellbeing. Sacred Gatherings, seasonal rituals, retreats, and labyrinth experiences provide opportunities for reflection, connection, and shared healing in a welcoming community environment. Sessions are held in private indoor spaces, with nature-based experiences available by arrangement. The surrounding land, horses, friendly Kelpie, and chickens contribute to the peaceful atmosphere and sense of immersion in the natural environment. Wild Sacred Medicine is a women-led, inclusive, and diversity-honouring space welcoming individuals, families, and visitors from all backgrounds who are seeking meaningful experiences during their time in the region.

Beechworth VIC

4.7 km away

Lake Kerferd

Natural Attractions

Lake Kerferd

Lake Kerferd was created in 1862 to retain the waters of the Hurdle Swamp for gold mining activities. Today it is Beechworth's main water supply. Once the scene of annual rowing regattas, the lake and surrounding bushland is a treat for nature lovers, offering habitat to a rich diversity of animal and birdlife. The lake can be accessed by a five kilometre walking track or by car. Pack yourself a picnic and take in the beautiful sites and sounds around the lake. Fishing is allowed. For more details check with the Beechworth Visitor Information Centre. Boating and swimming is prohibited.

Beechworth VIC

5.1 km away

Jen hard at work — Image credit: Woolshed Ceramics

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Woolshed Ceramics

Woolshed Ceramics is a pottery studio and gallery shop located in a 1950 shearing shed near the beautiful township of Wooragee, between Beechworth and Yackandandah. Jennifer is a ceramic artist who has had her hands in clay for many years, in fact, decades. She is committed to creating beautiful, functional wares for the home, pieces that are durable for everyday use yet feel special at the same time. Pieces to celebrate the simple pleasures like a hot coffee in a beautiful cup. The style of work draws on simple organic shapes with an earthy texture reflecting the colours of the Australian landscape. A visit to the Woolshed Ceramics studio provides an opportunity to view an active ceramics studio in an original shearing shed. Jennifer is always happy to talk through her creative process. While you are there have a seat at the bar or under the old oak trees and enjoy a gin tasting courtesy of Barking Owl Distilling Co who is housed in the same location.

Wooragee VIC

6.8 km away

Stanley Athenaeum and Public Room

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Stanley Athenaeum and Public Room

From 1863 until the 1970s, the Stanley Athenaeum was a lending library, it is now home to a unique collection of historic books, the Geoff Craig Local History collection and Stanley Community Archives that are available for research and reading. The Friends of the Athenaeum hold regular temporary exhibitions informed by the Athenaeum collection and the Community Archives. The Stanley Athenaeum continues to have a vital role as the hub for many of Stanley's cultural events, social functions, fundraising events, exhibitions and public meetings. It is the regular meeting place for community groups.

Stanley VIC

8.1 km away

reedy creek

Natural Attractions

Reedy Creek - Woolshed Valley

Reedy Creek in the Woolshed Valley just outside of Eldorado is a great area to get away from everything and discover a hidden gem in North East Victoria. The creek is very popular with prospectors. Pack a picnic to enjoy at one of the many picnic sites located throughout the Chiltern Mt-Pilot National Park. Basic bush camping is permitted next to the creek, however you will need to leave your pets at home as it is National Park.

Eldorado VIC

10 km away

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