About Beechworth

Beechworth is situated in the foothills of the Victorian Alps, 38km (½ hour) from Albury-Wodonga to the north-east, and 30km from Wangaratta to the south-west. Melbourne is 3 hours drive to the south. It has a population of 4,100 and is a historic goldrush town dating back to 1852.

Many attractions exist in the surrounding areas, including:

The famous Beechworth Bakery
Wineries – Beechworth is a wine region, predominantly consisting of independent, small to boutique winemakers and growers, and produces some of Australia’s finest wines, particularly Chardonnay, Shiraz and Gamay. Several Beechworth vignerons are nationally and internationally recognised for their high quality and unique wines.
Close by is the renowned wine area of Rutherglen.
Skiing – The ski fields of Mt Hotham, Falls Creek and Mt Buffalo are all within 1½ hours drive from Beechworth.

Beechworth has excellent recreational facilities including:

A high standard 18 hole golf course
Excellent tennis facilities
An enthusiastic cycling community and inclusion in the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail
Football, cricket and netball clubs
A gymnasium
Lots of bushwalking with stunning scenery

Beechworth also has:

Library
Historic museum
The Beechworth Singers (established for 20 years)
Drama society
Friends of the Museum
Schooling:
- Primary state school of 200 children
- Catholic school
- State secondary college
- Kindergarten
- Montessori Preschool and Primary School
- Private schools are available in Albury-Wodonga and Wangaratta

Service clubs in Beechworth:

Lions
Rotary
Apex

Beechworth has a ‘low risk’ prison situated on the outskirts of town. Major employment in the town includes Beechworth hospital, Beechworth prison and tourism.