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22/05/2026

Cosy vibes don’t get much better than Tanswells.

With open fireplaces roaring, live music filling the rooms and a welcoming pub atmosphere, it's the perfect place to settle in on a chilly Beechworth day.

Tanswells has long been a local favourite for good reason. See you at the bar! 👋

📍 Tanswells Hotel, 50 Ford St, Beechworth

15/05/2026

We are thilled that Beechworth has been named #10 Best Town in Australia to Visit by Australian Traveller as part of the 100 Best Aussie Towns list 🎉

Recognised for its beautifully preserved heritage streets, standout food and drink scene, short walks in nature and cycle trails, Beechworth really has it all.

Huge kudos to the local tourism operators, hospo crews, producers and community who make Beechworth such a standout 💛

11/05/2026

Well hello, top 10! 🎉

Beechworth has been named #10 in Australian Traveller’s 100 Best Aussie Towns and we couldn't agree more. Come see what all the fuss is about - plan your visit at www.explorebeechworth.com.au now.

100 Best Aussie Towns revealed! 🏘️

Our very special flagship issue here, and it's a love letter to the places that don't need a billboard to prove themselves, shaped by a national panel of industry experts and much-loved Australians, from Catriona Rowntree to Ernie Dingo. They started with 500+ towns. These are the 100 that made the cut 🧭

Inside this issue, you'll find:
🐧 A tiny Tassie penguin town of under 1000 people taking the #1 spot
🌴 The classics you'd expect – Port Douglas, Byron Bay, Noosa – plus a few wildcards
🚂 A vintage train ride through the towns of NSW's Riverina
🛍️ The op shops bringing joy to remote NT communities
🍋 An apology letter to Ballina, long overlooked in favour of its famous neighbour
🌿 And 100 reasons to stop scrolling and start booking

05/05/2026

Moments & Memories Tea Room has recently relocated to a new home at 44 Camp Street, Beechworth, continuing its tradition of old fashioned service and timeless charm.

A much loved local institution, Moments & Memories has been lovingly run by owner and cook Lyn for 14 years. Set in a cottage style tearoom, tables are dressed with white linen, fine bone china and thoughtful details. The menu features breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, light lunches, house made scones, pikelets and over 60 varieties of tea.

Beyond the table, you’ll find house made jams and preserves, china, giftware and craft items, alongside Lyn’s personal collection of china and teapots. It’s a place cherished by locals and visitors alike, and a lovely stop while exploring Beechworth.

To close the week, Moments & Memories is hosting a Mother’s Day High Tea this Sunday 10 May — $80 per person. Bookings are essential and close at 12pm this Friday.

📞 Call (03) 5728 2273 to book.
📍 44 Camp Street, Beechworth

01/05/2026

The Australian Heritage Festival is underway, with this year’s theme 'Change' inviting us to look at how history continues to shape us, and how we’re shaping it in return.

What’s coming up in Beechworth and surrounds:

• House Hunting in the Archives: Home Sweet Home
Stanley | Wednesday 6 May, 10am–12.30pm
Learn how to research the story of your house using historic maps, rate records and archives.

• The Horticultural History of Mayday Hills – Free event
Beechworth | Sunday 10 May, 2–3.30pm
A guided walk through the historic Mayday Hills gardens with Col Gladstone, former head gardener. Hosted by Friends of the Burke Museum. Meet in front of the historic administration building. Stay on for a chat at the Grand Oaks café and bar.

• Pen, Brush and Plate
Beechworth | Saturday 16 May, 10.15am–12pm
A guided walk exploring the artists who captured Beechworth’s landscapes, streetscapes and people (Beechworth History & Heritage Society).

Still running:
• Currency of Change – Burke Museum exhibition exploring trade and money (until 18 May)

Explore Australia’s largest heritage celebration and plan your visit via the Australian Heritage Festival website.

17/04/2026

Who said the fun stops when the sun goes down?

Spend your day in Beechworth - wander the shops, soak up the beautiful granite streets and when you're ready to stretch your legs, take a walk around the stunning Mayday Hills precinct.

While you're there, check out Mayday Escape Rooms and oneofftwo STUDIOS, two very good reasons to linger a little longer.

Then, as it gets dark… join Asylum Ghost Tours - Beechworth for a spooky night out you won't forget.

Beechworth - right on your doorstep.

Plan your perfect day (and night) → explorebeechworth.com.au

16/04/2026

This Saturday 18 May, the Australian Heritage Festival kicks off. Proudly coordinated by National Trust of Australia (Victoria), this year's festival theme 'Change' invites all Australians to uncover the ways history continues to shape us - and how we are shaping history in return.

What’s on in Beechworth and surrounds:

• Negative. Positive. – historic Beechworth photography at Hotel Nicholas (Beechworth | Saturday 18 April) Coordinated by Beechworth History & Heritage Society
• Currency of Change – Burke Museum exhibition exploring trade and money (Beechworth | 18 April – 18 May)
• Dow’s Pharmacy Open Days (Chiltern | from Saturday 18 April)
• Lake View House Open Days (Chiltern | from Saturday 18 April)
• Treestoreys guided walk exploring Beechworth’s iconic streetscapes (Beechworth | Sunday 19 April) Coordinated by Beechworth History & Heritage Society
• A Walk in High Street Yackandandah guided history walk (Yackandandah | Tuesday 21 April & Tuesday 28 April) Coordinated by Yackandandah Museum

Start exploring this April and keep an eye out, with even more Australian Heritage Festival events to come in May. Visit the Australian Heritage Festival website for full details.

08/04/2026

It's officially the school holidays and Beechworth is ready to welcome the whole fam!

Grab breakfast at one of Beechworth's brilliant cafes, then explore the Beechworth Historic Precinct, the Old Beechworth Gaol, the Lake Sambell Walk and the Rail Trail.

Pick up a sweet treat (non-negotiable), stock up on local honey and poke around the shops. History buffs big and small will love the stories baked into every building here.

Beechworth and Yackandandah - right on your doorstep.

Plan your perfect day → explorebeechworth.com.au

03/04/2026

It's Easter long weekend, and in Beechworth, that means one thing. It's the Golden Horseshoes Festival! 🐎

Across four golden days, Beechworth buzzes with live music, bustling markets, local food and family-friendly fun, celebrating the stories of our town.

Saturday (tomorrow!) is the highlight, featuring the much-loved Grand Parade, live music, vibrant markets, food courts and roaming performers. Community events continue all weekend, with the popular Easter Egg Hunt delighting families on Sunday.

Make this Easter one to remember in beautiful Beechworth. See you there!

14/01/2026

When was the last time you played visitor in your own town? 🗺️

With neighbouring regions affected by fires and hazy conditions across North East Victoria, many of our usual visitors are understandably delaying their plans. This means our local businesses - the cafés, wineries, stores, makers and services that make our town vibrant - are feeling the pinch.

So this week, why not be a visitor in Beechworth? If you're able to, you could:

• Pick up a round of coffees for your mates or colleagues from a local café
• Take the kids to one of the local berry farms in Wooragee or Stanley
• Grab lunch or dinner out - try somewhere new or revisit an old favourite
• Finally buy that dress that's been calling your name from the shop window
• Make a booking for a wine tasting at the winery you've been meaning to visit

Every small action helps keep Beechworth thriving and supports the people who make our community special. 💛