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Introduction:

Creswick is a historic former gold-mining town, located between Ballarat and Daylesford.

The town is surrounded by thick pine and eucalyptus plantations, many of which were first established when the Victorian School of Forestry opened in 1910.

A number of historic buildings which serve as a reminder of the town's gold mining history line the streets of Creswick. There is the post office (built in 1862), former town hall (1876), former Bank of NSW (1861) and several other public buildings and churches. At the corner of Albert Street and Raglan Street is a band rotunda which dates back to 1897.

Creswick offers a number of natural attractions and outdoor activities for visitors, set within an attractive forested area. Enjoy bushwalking and scenic drives through the extensive Creswick Regional Park. Visit Calambeen Park which was the town's Chinese camp in the goldmining days and now features lakes which are suitable for fishing or swimming.

 
Attractions:

Anderson's Mill
Situated 12 kilometres north of Creswick at Smeaton, it consists of a restored bluestone building with an iron water wheel which operated as a flour mill from 1861 to 1959
Creswick Museum
Housed in the former town hall complex, the museum showcases artwork and items of significance from Creswick's history and hosts regular exhibitions
Creswick Woollen Mills
Operating since 1947, this spinning and weaving mill is the last coloured woollen mill of its type in Australia and offers product sales as well as staging regular demonstrations and exhibitions
Tangled Maze
Located 5 kilometres east of Creswick, this attraction features two large mazes constructed from hundreds of flowering plants, with cafe and picnic areas

Parks, gardens & trails:

Creswick Regional Park
This park features picnic areas, several lakes, walking tracks, mountain bike tracks and native flora and fauna
Great Dividing Trail
The 92 km "Wallaby Track" section of this walking trail goes between Ballarat, Creswick and Daylesford
Park Lake Botanical Reserve
Established in 1860, these 15 hectare gardens feature a lake, rotunda, established trees and recreational facilities

Festivals, exhibitions & events:

Anderson's Mill Festival
Held at Smeaton (12 kilometres from Creswick), this festival promotes the region with food, wine, music, art, crafts and heritage
Creswick Forestry Fiesta
Held in the streets of Creswick, it includes a fun run, cycling, flower show, street parade, car show and live music

Local tourist guides:

Creswick - a living history
A community site covering the history of Creswick, attractions, events and business listings

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