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Beechworth is located in the North East of the state of Victoria, in Australia. It is a town to be enjoyed in all four seasons.

The Beechworth Bakery is a comfortable 3 hours drive north from Melbourne, 4.5 hours south from Canberra and 7 hours from Sydney.

It is accessed via the Hume Freeway and is close to the rural townships of Wangaratta and Albury/ Wodonga (30 minutes). Major Melbourne to Sydney train and bus lines service these towns and domestic flights into Albury Airport are available from Australia's East Coast cities.

Beechworth is conveniently located near Victoria's ski fields and Alpine areas and is a great stopping off point for that welcome break for a refreshing cup of coffee or quick meal.

Our Bakery is a 100% Australian owned family retail business located in one of Victoria's most historic tourist towns.

         

In 1974 Tom 0'Toole purchased the property then known as the Ideal Cafe & Milk Bar. Three years later, Tom sold the business and moved to Augusta in Western Australia, where he made his mark as a leading country baker.

After returning to North East Victoria in 1984, Tom re-purchased his old Beechworth premises and the drapers next door and a frenzy of major building and renovations began. Production and baking areas at the rear were extended, and the former drapery premises opened up into the existing shop, doubling the floor space and entrances for customers. An outdoor area on the sidewalk was created to extend seating.

Beechworth - A National Treasure
Beechworth is regarded as Victoria's best preserved historic gold mining town, containing a rich legacy from our last two centuries. It is home to 32 buildings listed by the National Trust including the Powder Magazine, the Beechworth Cemetery and The Beechworth Court House, where the infamous Ned Kelly stood trial.

Beechworth is reminiscent of the flamboyant gold rush era. Wide tree-lined streets and graceful buildings create a beautiful backdrop to the four seasons. The rich colours of changing leaves in autumn and the stark beauty of frosty winter mornings are contrasted by the sweetly perfumed spring gardens and sparkling Summer days.

Beechworth and its neighbouring towns are rich in history and Australian culture. The region also produces some of Australia's best food and wine, and many festivals and special celebrations are held throughout the year. With its growing numbers of local Bed and Breakfast accommodation, galleries, open gardens, eateries and wineries, Beechworth is the ideal destination whatever the time of year.