Romsey

Quick facts

• Population approximately 3,300
• 61 kilometres north of Melbourne
• History and heritage
• Wine and wineries

The traffic between Melbourne and the Bendigo goldfields in the mid 1800s resulted in the development of Romsey as a town. Today it continues to be a thriving and vital community with a heritage that has been largely preserved, including the magnificent Huntingdon elm trees that line the main street.

Activities and attractions

• Explore the historic streetscape, including historic buildings, vineyards, fine food, galleries, craft and gardens
• Meet the winemaker and taste at the cellar door of nearby wineries
• Enjoy a stroll around some of the beautiful private gardens that are open at particular times of the year
• Play a game of Royal Tennis at Cope Williams Winery
• Walk amongst the boulders at nearby Hanging Rock

Events

• Romsey Market - 4th Sunday of each month

How to get there
Romsey is approximately one hour from Melbourne on the Tullamarine Freeway.