History, hats & good country music
History, hats & good country music
Quiet country, picturesque village and historic charm. All good descriptions of what you’ll experience on a day trip to Gordon. But that’s not all. In addition to its unique original feel the township has a number of ‘different’ attractions. Many created from to the efforts of hardworking locals Sheina and Bob Petch.
Top of the list is Wild Trout Down Under and Gordon Hat Shoppe. Located in the beautifully restored old colonial Anglican Church, the Hat Shoppe offers a gallery specializing in Harris Tweed patchwork headwear of all shapes and sizes, capes and vests. Those wanting to stay a while will enjoy unique Scottish and Irish inspired accommodation.
For lovers of antiques and collectables there’s The Shambles, a shopper’s delight with plenty of treasures to keep you entertained and coming back for more.
New to the list of attractions is the Billy Boils Café inspired by Australian writer Henry Lawson, the café’s décor has been designed to reflect our colonial history. The Café has a musical flavour and feature a program of talented community-roots musicians. Visitors will enjoy fine food, a spot of tea or coffee and have a great toe-tapping time.
There’s also a great country pub, picturesque parks, and ample opportunities to stop and soak up the atmosphere.
From Gordon it’s only a short drive to Yuulong Lavender Estate which is worthy of a day trip in it’s own right - lavender fields, retail nursery, tea rooms and comprehensive range of quality lavender skin care products.
Gordon is a short detour from the Western Highway and is only 20 minutes from Ballarat and 30 mins from Daylesford. Take the time to tour this delightful country village – it might be just the tree change location you’re looking for.
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