Talbot Maryborough
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Escape to the countryside to discover the freshest produce, friendliest locals and most fascinating gold rush history in Victoria's Central Goldfields towns of Talbot and Maryborough. This fully accessible itinerary is suitable for people of all abilities, and would be perfect for a day out or perhaps stay overnight to make the most of a weekend away.
The third Sunday of every month sees the streets of Talbot transformed into a fresh produce market that puts their more well-known city counterparts to shame. A short drive from Talbot you'll arrive at the regional hub of Maryborough. Known for its grand railway station, the streets of Maryborough are paved with gold... or at least were paved off the back of the Victorian gold-rush of the 1850s. Today you can still see the riches that flowed through this friendly country town with iconic buildings of McLandress Square and around High and Nolan streets providing a charm of days gone by.
Day : Talbot & Maryborough
On the third Sunday of every month the streets of Talbot are transformed into a fantastic farmer's market.
This afternoon explore the township of Maryborough to discover rich architecture that was paid for by the Victorian gold rush. Discover the story of the historic Maryborough Railway Station and decide for yourself if this grand building was destined for Flinders Street in Melbourne or Maryborough Queensland. The debate still continues, although the locals will tell you this elaborate railway building is right at home here in the Central Goldfields.
Stop : Talbot Farmers Market
The Talbot Farmers Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of every month. The streets of the town are closed and market stalls are set up on the roadways. In general, the market is easy to negotiate by people of all abilities. A temporary ramp is installed over the curb at Market Square. It should be noted that the toilets in Pioneer Reserve are not accessible. Access to disabled toilets is available through the community garden from Scandinavian Cres.
Stop : Maryborough Railway Station
Station Street, Maryborough VIC 3465The Maryborough Railway Station is a grand old building. There are designated disabled parking spaces in the car park and the building is accessible via a ramp to the left of the main entry. The main station foyer is through self-opening double glass doors. The platform is straight ahead through another set of self-opening glass doors. Off the foyer is The Station Cafe Restaurant Bar. A wooden ramp covers the old step. The café is open and easy to navigate. Seating is movable offer a wide choice of seating location. The menu caters to all dietary requirements.
The Visitor Information Centre is located next to The Station Cafe Restaurant Bar, offering excellent customer service, interactive displays, souvenirs and brochures.
At the southern end of the platform is a unisex accessible toilet.
Stop : McLandress Square
Civic Square, Maryborough VIC 3465MacLandress Square is a historic site in Maryborough which is home to the Town Hall, Post Office and Court House. There is a designated disabled parking space in front of the post office. Ramps lead up the post office on either side of the building. The square is easy to navigate. Directly opposite the square in Clarendon Street is an accessible toilet.
Stop : Bull & Mouth Hotel
119 High St, Maryborough VIC 3465The Bull and Mouth Hotel is located in the centre of the Maryborough township. Disability parking is available just across the road in Nolan St, or behind the building in Clarendon St. There are two accessible entrances to the hotel. One into the main bistro area of High St and a second into the back of the bistro from the car park at the rear of the building of Clarendon St.
The bistro is well laid out giving a large selection of seating options for all group sizes. The counter has easy access and all meals are brought to the table. The menu caters for all dietary requirements. The bistro is linked to the lounge area by a short internal ramp with handrails. There are two accessible toilets. One is at the rear of the bistro and a second down the corridor opposite the lift at the top of the ramp.
Stop : Golden County Motel & Caravan Park
134 Park Rd, Maryborough VIC 3465Perhaps stay overnight in Maryborough tonight.
The Golden County Motel is located on the outskirts of Maryborough, approx. 1.4 kilometres from the town centre. It has an accessible unit with a private concrete car park next to the unit allowing easy, direct access. It has a queen and single bed allow for a variety of configurations from families to a person with a disability and carer. The bathroom consists of a separate shower and toilet area. The toilet has handrails on the side only. The room has good circulation space.
The shower is a full roll in with a small fixed fold down seat. The shower controls are hot and cold knob type within easy reach of the seat. The shower head is detachable on the long flexible hose. The room is an older design that may not suit all people with a disability.