Horsham is a lively city, centrally located in the Wimmera region, with excellent opportunities for shopping, dining, entertainment and accommodation.
With its vibrant community and well kept streets, parks and river, it was declared Australia’s Tidiest Town in 2001, and has been a runner up many times. You can enjoy the beautiful Botanic Gardens, designed by Guilfoyle, who laid out Melbourne’s Botanic Gardens, and stroll amongst the ancient red gums lining the Wimmera River, running through the centre of town.
This is a favourite spot for rowing, kayaking and canoeing, with picnic and BBQ areas. Visit the new Horsham Aquatic Centre, the centre comprise of the following features: Indoor heated 8 lane 25 metre pool and leisure/program pool, gymnasium and recreation hall, creche/meeting room, kiosk and outdoor cafe, family and disabled-friendly change rooms. Located adjacent to and operated in conjunction with the Olympic size outdoor pool in Hamilton Street.
Police Paddock is another good place to walk and observe local flora and bird life. Collect maps and flyers from the Horsham Visitor Information Centre. The Wool Factory is a unique, community based project, staffed by people with disabilities, producing some of the world’s finest wool. Guided tours are available. See excellent exhibitions and the fine collection of Australian art and photography at Horsham Regional Art Gallery, and attend live music and theatre at Wesley Performing Arts Centre.
The Makers Gallery is a focus for local arts and crafts practitioners. Horsham’s beautiful 18 hole Golf Course is rated in the top 100 of Australia, with a professional shop and fine bistro. Horsham Racecourse also has excellent facilities and an exciting racing program. In the evening take in a movie at the three screen Centre Cinema, visit a disco or enjoy a meal at one of the many excellent hotels and restaurants.
The warm dry climate is perfect for alfresco dining with a glass of fine wine from one of western Victoria’s many wineries. Accommodation in and around Horsham is available to suit all budgets, with excellent motels, hotels, B&B’s, cabins and camping grounds. Horsham offers a superb base for exploring a region that offers scenic bushland, mountains and waterways.
Wartook Valley and the Grampians are a picturesque short drive away, and the world meccaof rock climbing, Mount Arapiles, and the somewhat bohemian town of Natimuk are even closer, worth seeing for the wildflowers and dramatic scenery. Visit the picturesque spot where the Wimmera River flood plain meets The Little Desert, near Dimboola. Whatever you choose to do, you are assured a warm welcome in Horsham!
