THE HIT LIST

HIGHLIGHTS FROM BEECHWORTH INSIDERS.

CROWD FAVOURITES

Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Cycle to farm gates, cellar doors, boutique providores, orchards and olive groves. railtrails.org.au Beechworth Historic Park Explore Beechworth’s goldmining past by car or on foot along the five-kilometre Gorge Scenic Drive with views of waterfalls and deep ravines. There’s also a walking trail to connect Lake Sambell to Lake Kerford. Gorge Road. explorebeechworth.com.au Beechworth Farmers’ Market On the first Saturday of the month from 9am to noon, meet the local produce growers. You’ll also find bread, meat, cheese, flowers and herbs. Christ Church, Corner of Church and Ford streets. Cellar Door Wine Store A boutique retailer and wine bar offering wines from local and international supplies, as well as cheese matches. 62 Ford Street. (03) 5728 2882; cellardoorwinestore.com.au

SHOPPING

Frances Pilley This shop specialises in high-quality soaps, including Aleppo Syrian soap, as well as beauty products, brushes and mitts. 33 Ford Street. (03) 5728 2550; francespilley.com.au Dalcheri Beautiful garments and accessories made from natural fibres. Plus Australian-made beauty products. 47 Ford Street. (03) 5728 2711; dalcheri.com Beechworth Emporium A department store with affordable, good-quality men’s and women’s clothing and footwear. Stocking Australian and New Zealand knitwear. 24 Camp Street. (03) 5728 2625. Snowline Fruits A family owned farmgate business selling chestnuts, walnuts, honey and a range of orchard fruits. 507 Myrtleford-stanley Road, Stanley. (03) 5728 6584.