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See and do
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Mansfield and its surrounding districts have an abundance of things to see, places to go and activities to pursue.
Some of these are listed here, with more information available from
Mansfield Visitor Information Centre, Mansfield Historical Society, the Arts Council of Mansfield and the Upper Goulburn Wine Growers Association.
There are many shops for you to enjoy 'retail therapy' and obtain supplies; and a selection of hotels, restaurants and cafés - all of which serve delicious and varied food at a standard equal to anywhere. |
Something for everyone |
| Arts - Botanical Gardens - Campdraft - Cemeteries - Cycling - Dining - Expo - Festivals - Galleries - Golf - Helicopter Flights - Heritage Walk - History - Horse Racing - Jamieson Scenic Walks and Drives - Kelly Tree - Lake Nillahcootie - Mansfield Agricultural and Pastoral Society - Mansfield Maze - Rail Trail - Rodeos - Shopping - Show - Skatepark - Snow and Skiing - Sports - Tours, Trips and Walks - Wetlands - Wineries - Zoo |
• Arts
- Mansfield Arts Council - see website www.artsmansfield.com
- the Cultural Planning Officer for Mansfield and Mt Buller is Liz Webb - phone: (03) 5775 8541, or email: lizwebb@mansfield.vic.gov.au.
- MMuDS (Mansfield Musical and Dramatic Society) - For information about productions contact Michele Padbury - phone: (03) 5775 1018 or website
- Mansfield-Mt Buller High Country Festival and Spring Arts 2008 - Friday 24th Oct - Tues 5th Nov. More information on www.artsmansfield.com.
• Botanical Gardens
Situated at the east end of Mansfield's High Street, on the left just over the bridge. An ideal place for a picnic or a walk. Very peaceful, with free electric BBQs, toilets, cricket pitch, playground equipment and a small lake frequented by birdlife.
• Campdraft
- Mansfield Campdraft Club Inc hosts an annual Campdraft in March. Catering and bar facilities available all weekend. Information - Curly - (03) 5775 1067.
• Cemeteries
- Look for old graves of early settlers and people of historical importance at local cemeteries. Mansfield's cemetery is located at the southern end of Highett Street, on the corner of Stoneleigh Road, and is well worth a visit. Burial records dating back to 1860 are available. More details
• Cycling
- Mansfield has designated cycle lanes on the main streets.
- High Country Cycle Challenge is held in March. Organise a team for the 220 km ride around the high country in 3 stages, finishing with a party on Mt Buller. Information: www.highcountrycyclechallenge.com.au.|
• Dining
- Mansfield's 4 hotels and several restaurants and cafés cater for many types of dining and wining. Great places to eat
• Expo
- Mini Boys Toys Expo, held on Easter Saturday in the Mansfield Sporting Stadium, Highett Street, is a fundraising event for the Starlight Foundation and features cars, trucks and boats.
• Festivals
- Mansfield-Mt Buller High Country Festival and Spring Arts Walk as part of the High Country Festival, October and November of each year. More information on www.artsmansfield.com.
- The Mansfield Autumn Harvest Festival is held on Labour Day weekend in March. The festival features a variety of stalls, music, and attractions and is an ideal family outing.
- Upper Goulburn Wine Vintage Celebrations - For more information click here.
• Galleries
- Galleries in Mansfield and surrounds exhibiting work by local artists, woodworkers and craftspeople. Visit Made In Mansfield, High Street Mansfield, two doors from the roundabout, and see a range of locally made pieces in various media. More details
• Golf
- Visitors are always welcome at the Mansfield Golf Club in Kidston Parade for golf, dining and at the Pro Shop for all golfing requirements and tuition. Information: (03) 5775 2628. More details
• Helicopter flights
- Helicopter flights around the high country are available from Alpine Helicopter Charter.
• Heritage Walk
- Jamieson Heritage Walk is a self-conducted walk/drive around the Jamieson township, showing points and buildings of historical interest.
- Call in to the Mansfield Historical Society's rooms for a copy of their historical walk around the Mansfield township.
• History
- Mansfield Historical Society has a wealth of information about the history of Mansfield and surrounds - displays, historical files, microfiche, photos, memorabilia, maps. Situated at the old Mansfield railway station, Station Precinct, Maroondah Highway.
Contact: Sheena Daykin (03) 5779 1094
- Jamieson Historical Society - information on the Jamieson area. Displays etc at the old Jamieson Courthouse. Do the Heritage Walk. (see above for link to page)
Contact:
Barbara Bateson
(03) 5777 0690
• Horse Racing
- Mansfield - Horse racing picnic meetings are held at Mansfield Racecourse on Melbourne Cup Day (the Mansfield Cup) and on Boxing Day. Bring a picnic, dress up and enjoy a fun day. Food vendors, drinks available.
- Merton - Races are held at the Merton Racecourse on New Year's Day.
• Jamieson Scenic Walks and Drives
- click for more information.
• Kelly Tree
- The Kelly Tree, where the gunfight between the Kelly Gang and Mansfield police took place in 1878, is a 30 minute drive from Mansfield, in Stringbark Reserve, on Tolmie-Tatong Road (off Mansfield-Whitfield Road). Toilets nearby.
• Lake Nillahcootie
- A great place for a picnic, swimming, boating, fishing or just sitting while enjoying the scenery and birdlife. Just 20 minutes drive from Mansfield. Boat ramp, BBQ facilities, toilets available.
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• Mansfield Agricultural and Pastoral Society Inc
- At the Showgrounds the Society hosts the Victorian Championship Utility Yard Dog Trials and Gymkhana on Easter Saturday, the Annual Rodeo in November and the Annual Show, also in November. Information -
Julie 03 5775 1878. See Whats On page
• Mansfield Maze
- The Maze is still growing on its site in Goughs Bay Road, Piries. More information soon.
• Rail Trail
- The Mansfield to Maindample section of the Rail Trail is to be constructed in 2007. It will be a walking and cycling trail along the old railway line route. More information as it becomes available.
• Rodeos
- Mansfield Rodeo is held in November at the Showgrounds.
- The Merrijig Rodeo will celebrate its 32nd birthday, Labour Day weekend, 2009
• Shopping
- The Mansfield shops are mainly situated in High and Highett Streets, Maroondah Highway and Mt Buller Road, with others scattered around the town. They cater for a wide range of needs: clothing, children's toys, books, hairdressers and beauty treatments, plenty of retail food outlets, sporting goods, hardware and plumbing, printing, internet access, giftware and galleries, rural produce and pet supplies and much more.
• Show
- See Mansfield Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc above.
• Skatepark
- Mansfield Skatepark is situated in the Football Oval and Sporting Complex grounds, Highett Street, Mansfield, a short walk from the main street.
• Snow and Skiing
- Mansfield has several ski hire and outdoor recreation shops which cater for ski equipment and requirements clothes, chains, etc.
• Sports
- Tolmie Sports Day - Since 1886, this has been a great day for all ages, in a beautiful bush setting. Equestrian and axemen's events are featured, as well as pedestrian and novelty events. Various stalls sell food and drinks. There is a dance on Saturday night with a live band, at the Tolmie Hall. A fun weekend for everyone. Click for current information.
• Tours, trips and walks
- Local tour operators provide tours of the area all year round - camping and safari trips, fishing trips, 4WD excursions, white water rafting, bushwalking in the high country, and 'made to measure' tours.
Walks - see Heritage walk above, Wetlands below
• Wetlands
- The Mansfield Mullum Wetlands are situated on the left as you enter Mansfield on the Maroondah Highway. The walk starts at the Mansfield Visitor Information Centre, where further information is available.
• Wineries
- Mansfield has many local wineries, each with their own specialities. They offer wine tasting, cellar door sales, and, some, dining as well.
- A brand new festival brought to you by the Upper Goulburn Winegrowers'
Association - Upper Goulburn Wine Vintage Celebrations. For more information click here.
• Zoo
- Mansfield Zoo is 9 kms from Mansfield on the Woods Point Road. Information - phone: (03) 5777 3576. Return to top |
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