KILMORE COURTHOUSE & TOWN HALL

Sydney Street in Kilmore is home to the town's most beautiful buildings. The Courthousse was constructed in 1863, is a fine example of Victorian Romanesque style architecture.  Bringing law and order to Victoria's oldest inland town.  The Courthouse was instrumental in the development of the Kilmore township.

A truly beautiful building, the former Town Hall was built in 1894 and features a decorative facade with enormous Corinthian pillars.

Where: 16 Sydney Street, Kilmore

Web: kilmorehistory.info

OLD KILMORE GOAL

Luckily, the Goal is no longer operational, but offers amazing coffee and cakes!

Come and visit this magnificent bluestone building and enjoy some true country hospitality whist looking out at the manicured gardens.  Let the kids run around and enjoy some quiet time to yourself.

Open: Wed to Sun: 8.30am to 4pm

               Weekends: 8am to 3.30pm

Where: 8 Sutherland Street, Kilmore

Web: facebook.com/kilmoregoalcafe

THE MEAT ROOM

Tucked away in Kilmore East, the Meat Room is home to artisan butchers.

Owners James and Kathy are passionate about Italian food and working with local producers of pork, lamb and beef.

Open by appointment only and selling from time to time at local markets, their sausage making classes are renowned. Give James a call to secure your spot.

Where: 26 O'Grady's Road, Kilmore East

Web: themeatroom.com.au

THE HANDMADE MARKETPLACE

Walk into a world of creativity and support local makers at the same time.

Originally a pop-up store, it proved so popular that it is now one of Kilmore's most successful stores.  Everything in store is hand-made and the staff will be more than happy to source anything your heart desires.

Offers light food and refreshments, with gluten free options.

Open: Tues to Fri - 10am to 5pm

               Sat - 10am to 2pm

Where: 26 Sydney Street, Kilmore

Web: facebook.com/thehandmademarketplace

MONUMENT HILL RESERVE

A fantastic recreational area perfect for activities such as bush-walking and horse riding.

Situated at the top of the Hill is the Hume and Hovell monument. This was erected to honour the explorers whose expedition played a significant role in establishing the colony of Victoria.  The monument is a watchtower from the former Kilmore Goal and from the top you can look out over Kilmore and the surrounding countryside.

From the monument, follow one of the walking tracks that leads down the ridge to the golf course, cricket club or Kilmore Hospital Reservoir.  Local wildlife is abundant.

For a comprehensive map of Monument Hill Reserve, see:

Web: australias.guide/vic/attraction-tour/monument-hill-reserve

ODDFELLOWS CAFE & KILMORE ART SOCIETY

Take in some beautiful local artwork while you're enjoying a barista-made coffee.

New to Kilmore in 2018, Oddfellows Cafe offers delicious healthy food and even better coffee.  Sushi on Wednesdays through to Fridays, there's something for everyone - even a play space for the little ones.

Artwork from local artists adorns the walls upstairs and the newest mosaic installations will keep you transfixed.

Open: Mon to Fri 8am to 4pm and Sat 8am to 2pm

Where: 36 Sydney Street, Kilmore

Web: facebook.com/Oddfellows-Cafe

             kilmoreartsociety.com

ONE RED PANTRY

Home-cooked, hearty food options.

With a freshly baked cake of the day, enjoy a coffee and cake or settle in for a heartier meal option.

Open: Mon to Fri 8am to 4pm, and Sat 8am to 2pm

Where: 11 Sydney Street, Kilmore

Web: facebook.com/One-Red-Pantry-130339757063689

KILMORE SCOUT MARKET, MINIATURE RAILWAY & KILMORE CREEK HERITAGE ART WALK

Based in Hudson Park, just off the main street of Kilmore, there is something for everyone in the family.

The Kilmore Scout Market offers a wide range of stalls and is an enjoyable day out for all.  When you're there, head over and take a trip on the Miniature Railway or relax by taking a walk along the Kilmore Creek Trail.  See if you can spot the new horse-themeed installation completed by the Art Society - it's right at the end of the trail.

Keep an eye on the Facebook pages for up-to-date information.

Open: 9am to 1pm, Last Saturday every month (expect January)

Where: 2-6 Sydney Road, Kilmore

Web: facebook.com/kilmorescoutmarket

             facebook.com/KilmoreMiniatureRailway

RETREAT DAY SPA/LEANNE'S MASSAGE THERAPY

Yes! Kilmore has a day spa.  Make sure you book to avoid disappointment.

Pampering sessions, remedial massages, sport massages or couples' massages are available.

Where: 105 Mountain Road, Heathcote Junction

Web: leannesmassagetherapy.com

             facebook.com/Retreat-Day-Spa-Leannes-Massage-Therapy

SEYMOUR RAIL HERITAGE CENTRE

Operating special heritage trail tours on preserved diesel and steam locomotives to various Victorian destinations, the Seymour Rail Heritage Centre provides experiences for rail enthusiasts of all ages.  Passengers can hop on a historic and handsome old wooden carriage or opt for a steel air-condition carriage.  Either option will have you stepping back into Victoria's rail heritage.

If a day trip on an old locomotive is not your thin, SRHC welcomes visitors to call ahead and book a guided tour of the depot located in the heart of Seymour.  The Centre housed the original Spirit of Progress steel carriages as well as the wooden Royal Carriages built in 1906 that have accommodated royalty such as Princess Diana and Prince Charles in 1983.

Depot tours and charters are by appointment only and can be booked by contacting SRHC directly via email: info@srhc.org.au

Web: www.srhc.org.au

Phone: (03) 5799 0515

Where: Victoria Street, Seymour

SEYMOUR RAILWAY STATION

One of Victoria's most historically and architecturally significant railway stations, the Seymour Railway Station will not disappoint with its extravagant architectural character.  Beginning life as a temporary timer building, in 1874 and 1875 the permanent buildings were constructed.  This consisted of an especially large refreshments room, kitchen, dining rooms and basement cellar.  Although slight modifications have been made of the years, the key elements of the original design remain intact.

Seymour Railway Station is historically significant as a rare and intact example of a station building built during the 'light lines' era and still provides a key link between Victoria and the northern states of Australia.

Where: Station Street, Seymour

THE BLACK TRAIN SEYMOUR

Located in J.W. Elliot Reserve, The Black train is a preserved D3 684 steam locomotive built in 1913.  The train completed its last trip from Numurkah in 1964 before being purchased by the people of Seymour for £300.  The reserve where the train is boasts a centenary oak which celebrates 100 years of train travelling on the Melbourne - Wodonga line.  Within minutes of arriving at the Black Train, rail enthusiasts are bound to catch a great glimpse of a train roaring by on the nearby train line.  You'll see V/Line services to Melbourne, Shepparton and Albury-Wodonga as well as XPT services to Sydney, many freight trains and perhaps if you're lucky, you might even see a steam train puffing by.

Where: Anzac Avenue, Seymour

Where: Station Street, Seymour