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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 Kelly's 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.

Watch local walking tour guide Michael Beattie in this fantastic documentary that delves into the mysteries of Ned Kellys Head.

Ned Kelly Weekend August 5-7

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Ned Kelly Walking Tour

Did you know Ned Kelly won a bare knuckle fight in Beechworth that lasted 20 rounds? Have you heard Ellen Kelly was sentenced to 3 years hard labour for the attempted murder of a policeman, and spent some of that time in the Beechworth gaol?

Join the Ned Kelly walking tour and learn more about this famous bushranger’s connection to Beechworth. Click here for more info

Beechworth Courthouse

One of the finest remaining gold-rush courthouses in Australia. Built in 1858, the courthouse served many judicial purposes until its closure in 1989. The courtroom was the scene of countless trials involving Ned Kelly, his mother Ellen, bushranger Harry Power and Elizabeth Scott. Click here for more info

Robert O'Hara Burke Museum

The Robert O’Hara Burke Memorial Museum is one of the finest regional museums in Victoria. The museum’s collection reflects the importance of Beechworth as a booming gold-mining town, with displays of life on the goldfields, geology, natural history, the Chinese community in Beechworth, South East Australian Aboriginal artifacts, Ned Kelly and of course, Robert O’Hara Burke. Click here for more info

Beechworth Gaol Unlocked

"Beechworth Gaol Unlocked" reveals Beechworth's less well known history, one that's rich with tales of great escapes, betrayal and even romance - all within the walls of the gaol. Visit Ned Kelly's cell and the cell Ned Kelly's mother and her 2 day old baby were in. Click here for more info