Discover the unexpected around every corner at The Mill Castlemaine; home to more than 40 small businesses set in a reimagined 1870s woollen mill.

Experience Viennese opulence at Das Kaffeehaus, where lovingly-prepared sausages, schnitzels and strudels are partnered with rich brews, whipped up using beans from the on-site roastery.

Time-honoured techniques and carefully sourced ingredients come together to create high quality charcuterie at Oakwood Smallgoods Co. and organic artisan dairy products at Long Paddock Cheese.

Savour delicious handcrafted Cabosse & Feve Chocolates and authentic sourdough baked goods from Sprout Bakery. Enjoy a frosty treat at Icecream Republic, where flavours range from traditional to the avant-garde.

The Taproom at Shedshaker Brewing Co. offers craft beers, other beverages and tasty food. Boomtown Winemakers’ cellar door showcases Central Victorian grape varieties.

Browse the Castlemaine Vintage Bazaar, a treasure trove of market-style spaces selling vintage, antique and hand-made goods, featuring the onsite makers.

Meander around the artisan precinct and observe artists in residence, exhibiting and running classes in quirky studio spaces.

The Mill Castlemaine is located 90 minutes north of Melbourne by road and rail and is opposite the beautiful Botanic Gardens. Open seven days a week, come and explore this part of Castlemaine’s vibrancy.