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ADDRESS
Hanging Rock Recreation Reserve, South Rock Road, Woodend, VIC
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DISTANCE FROM MELBOURNE AIRPORT
70km - less than 1 hours drive
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TRANSPORT TYPES
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BUS
Many groups charter their own bus to come to the races which is a great idea.however we recomend you pre purchase your entry ticket for every person on the bus (excluding bus driver) to ensure easy access to the site.
For group bookings you can call Organs Bus Lines on 5422 1788
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CAR
Located in the beautifull Macedon Ranges and approximately an hours drive from Melb, Bendigo and Ballarat, The Rock is situated between Woodend and Romsey and is easy to get to by car or train (Woodend Station). The address is South Rock Road Hesket, Victoria 3442, Melway Reference A 79. Remember dogs are not allowed in the racecourse on racedays.
By car from Melbourne, either take the Calder Freeway to Woodend, and then following the signs to Hanging Rock. Or take the Tullamarine Freeway to Romsey and turn left into Woodend Road. When you are close to Hanging Rock there are plenty of signs showing you how to get to the races’ parking area.
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TRAIN
There are free shuttle buses running between Woodend Station to the Hanging Rock Races. The buses will meet the trains arriving at Woodend from Southern Cross Station & Bendigo and take you straight to the race course.
Free Buses will be departing Hanging Rock for Woodend Train Station at 340pm - 4.45pm - 5.40pm with the last bus leaving at 6.00pm sharp.
Please check the VLine web site for train departures, arivals and other relevant information
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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Alluring mountains, abundant wildlife, beautiful gardens, historic towns, antiques, arts, local produce, cold climate wineries, crafts and mineral springs are but a few of the many delights to be enjoyed close to Hanging Rock. Your RACING AT THE ROCK ticket also allows you access to the Hanging Rock reserve.
RACING AT THE ROCK its a GREAT DAY OUT
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LOCAL Accommodation
Our prefered accomodation partners are the Glen Erin Vineyard Retreat located in Lancefield (03) 5429 1041 or sales@glenerin.com.au OR the Mantra Hotel Resorts Apartments on 1300 987604
or call Macedon Ranges Visitor Information on 5427 2033
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CLUB LOCATION