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Convent Gallery
Housed in a historic mansion which was later converted to a convent in 1892, it features a number of gallery spaces, the Mediterranean style Bad Habits Cafe, the stylish Altar Bar, and function rooms. Award-winning gardens surround the gallery and they include elegant bronze sculptures, beautiful native plants and colourful flowers.
www.conventgallery.com.au
Cornish Hill
Cornish Hill is a 48 hectare crown land reserve located on the southern side of the Daylesford township. Formerly an area of intense gold mining, it has been regenerated into a public park and a haven for wildlife. There are several unsealed roadways through the reserve, with points of interest including the walking tracks along Smiths Creek, old gold mine shafts, relics from mining activities and Thomas Lookout which provides panoramic views over Daylesford and surroundings.
www.cornishhilldaylesford.com.au
Daylesford Spa Country Railway
Take a journey on a restored heritage train through scenic countryside and to the edge of the Wombat State Forest. Trains depart from Daylesford and head along the top of the range, passing through open farmland and thick bush.
www.dscr.com.au
Goldfields Track
The Goldfields Track covers a distance of 210 kilometres, taking in historic mining areas and a variety of natural features. It is divided into 4 smaller tracks and follows the top of the Great Dividing Range, connecting the cities of Ballarat and Bendigo. The 44 kilometre Eureka Track starts at Mount Buninyong, passing through Ballarat and onto Creswick. The 60 kilometre Wallaby Track links Creswick with Daylesford. The 48 kilometre Dry Diggings Track extends from Daylesford to Hepburn Springs and Castlemaine. The 58 kilometre Leanganook Track section links Castlemaine with Bendigo.
www.goldfieldstrack.com.au
Hepburn Regional Park
The park contains natural mineral springs and significant relics of the gold mining era, all set in delightful bush surroundings
www.parks.vic.gov.au
Maze House
Located 12 kilometres west of Daylesford, Maze House offers lots of outdoor fun for those of all ages. There is a 25 year old hedge maze to get lost in, a challenging carnival fun garden and a country food garden to explore. Enjoy coffee, cakes and snacks at the garden cafe which uses mainly home-grown and local produce.
www.mazehouse.com.au