Trentham is one happening hamlet. Set on the edge of the Wombat State Forest, this charming town with its goldrush-era streetscape is home to boutique stores, welcoming country pubs, art galleries, and top-notch food and wine experiences.

Each autumn, visitors come from far and wide to admire the Avenues of Honour within our region as they put on a striking annual show of colour. However, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the significance of these sites.

The Macedon Ranges come alive in autumn, as leaves change colour, and villages celebrate the arrival of the season…and we’re holding a festival to celebrate! Immerse yourself in nature, taste fresh autumn produce, enjoy world-class music and entertainment, and more, across nine charming and colourful villages.

There’s unrivalled beauty in the natural landscapes, architecture, forests and rural streetscapes of the Central Highlands that draw thousands of visitors to our picturesque part of the world year-round.

Treating yourself (or a loved one) to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage is one of life’s guilty pleasures. It’s a tough gig, but we’ve gone out and sampled some of the finest massages in our region, here’s our pick of the bunch.

Melina Goddard and Annie Mulkearns, the duo behind Mount Macedon Tours give us the low-down on the history of Mount Macedon and explain why it has been a drawcard for garden lovers for over 150 years. They also give the inside word on which gardens are open this spring.

An ideal escape for couples, Daylesford is a land of natural beauty, culinary masterpieces, and indulgent wellness experiences. Just 90-minutes from Melbourne, it’s a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

If you’re a sucker for a quaint weatherboard pub with a verandah or a heritage hotel full of character, the region has an abundance of historic haunts at which you can wet your whistle. From spooky hauntings to bushranger cameos, the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region has plenty of pubs that have worked their way into the pages of history. Next time you visit, be sure to stop in at these pubs with a past.