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Ned Kelly
Beechworth is well known for its links to the Kelly era. Many historic buildings have direct links to Ned Kelly including the Courthouse, where Ned was committed to stand trial for murder. Ned Kellys mother, Ellen was also tried here for attempted murder in 1878. The "Follow the Pioneers" walking map will help you find many other locations in the town linked to the Kelly era.
For the more adventurous you can visit the nearby Woolshed Valley where Joe Byrne lived. This is where the Kelly Caves, used by the Police to watch over the Byrne Homestead were situated, as well as the location of the Hut where Aaron Sherrit was fatally shot by Joe Byrne.
Ned Kelly Weekend 2008
Beechworth’s famous Ned Kelly Weekend returns from 1- 3 August with a lively program of re-enactments, theatre, art, music, displays, market stalls, competitions and talks by leading authorities on the subject of the life and times of Australia’s most notorious bushranger.
Now in its fifth year, Australia’s most significant annual celebration of the Kelly legend commemorates the anniversary of the outlaw’s committal hearing held in the historic Beechworth Courthouse from 6 to 11 August 1880.
This year’s Ned Kelly Weekend has the added significance of the 150th anniversary of the Beechworth Historic & Cultural Precinct, being commemorated throughout 2008. This year for the first time, tours of the Courthouse will be available across the Ned Kelly Weekend in recognition of the sesquicentenary.
Click here to book your Ned Kelly Weekend 2008 Tickets
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