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Enjoy four Mt Coghill Vineyard wines paired matched homemade chocolates featuring Australian native spices

Mt Coghill Vineyard

Enjoy four Mt Coghill Vineyard wines paired with home made chocolates featuring Australian Native spices.
Their chocolates are handcrafted with callebaut and each spice carefully considered to match the flavour profile of the wine.
Only available on some weekends of the year, as detailed on the website.

Chocolate and Wine Pairing

Sundays are meant for relaxation so why not soak in the serenity of the countryside while enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains/volcanic knolls and the sweeping red volcanic landscape.
Unwind at this charming rustic cellar door with your choice of a delicious pizza and wine or a grazing board and wine—the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon. A calendar of the dates and additional details can be found on the website.

Wine, Pizza and Grazing Sundays

So much to do at this private forest retreat

17 Pounds Country Estate and Wellness Retreat

Our Getaway Package is set amongst our private forest retreat.
Step out of your accommodation and start exploring the walking tracks following the marked trails.​Maps provided to navigate your search.

Getaway ​Package

Four nights at a country retreat with all the inclusions!

Enjoy 4 nights at Shillings &amp; Pence Cottage @ 17pounds Country Estate &amp; Wellness Retreat. Midweek &amp; Weekend options
Includes E-Bike usage, large Charcuterie Platter, 2 x Inhouse Dinner provisions, Breakfast provisions, 1 x Aqua Session for 2, 1 x 90min Private Aqua Wellness experience for 2, Outdoor Bath large enough for 2, Fire pit x 45 min Massage &amp; 1 x 45 min Facial, Outdoor bath, Fire Pit, and Hot Chocolate &amp; Mulled Wine Experience

Ultimate Wellbeing Package

Escape for a solo getaway on a 16-acre sanctuary

This package is designed for a “Getaway” to be enjoyed alone. Two nights, cosy and relaxing accommodation at 17Pounds Country Estate &amp; Wellness Retreat.
Midweek $1160 Weekend $1250
Discounted extra night stay available.

Treat Myself Package

Hidden Lanes

Book any two Hidden Lanes guided walking tours (Clunes, Vintage Fashion, Foodie, or City Tales Tour) and get access to the Ballarat self-guided tour to explore on your own and a free drink at Itinerant Spirits (mocktail or cocktail).
Get access to the Ballarat Slow Travel Self-Guided Digital Walking Tour (valued at $27), and a mocktail or cocktail at Itinerant spirits, a stunning award-winning gin distillery in the centre of town (valued at $15-20).

Hidden Lanes 2-Tour Explore Package

Grainery Lane

Join in every Thursday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM and enjoy $16 Espresso Martinis.
Sip, savour, and shake up your afternoon with the best caffeine club in town.

Caffeine Club at Grainery Lane

Midweek dining just got a whole lot meatier!

Blackwood Pub

Wednesday nights just got a whole lot meatier. Join them for Steak Night, featuring a perfectly cooked Sher Wagyu rump steak, served with golden chips and dressed leaf salad for $29.
Choose from a range of house-made sauces to top it off &#8211; Chimichurri, House Gravy, Garlic Herb Butter or Pepper Sauce.
It’s the perfect midweek excuse to escape to the country, grab a seat by the fire, and enjoy a proper pub classic.
Walk-ins welcome, or book online to secure your spot.

$29 Wagyu Steak Wednesdays

A special discount for gin distilling masterclass participants!

Gin Distilling Masterclass at Kilderkin Distillery

Join Kilderkin Distillery for a Gin Distilling Masterclasses and receive 10% off the purchase of all take home bottles.

10% off takeaway purchases

The perfect weekend pairing – a Larrikin signature gin and tonic plus a toastie from MasterChef semi-finalist Tim Bone

Kilderkin Distillery

Every weekend at the Kilderkin Distillery Bar, enjoy a Larrikin signature Gin and Tonic accompanied by a Toastie from MasterChef semifinalist Tim Bone.
Vegetarian option &#8211; $28
Meat option &#8211; $30
It&#039;s the perfect weekend pairing. Tim&#039;s Toastie menu changes weekly.

$28 Gin & Toastie

Experience a taste of Ballarat's iconic history

Experience a taste of Ballarat&#039;s iconic history.
Spider Dance is the signature number of Lola Montez — the notorious European entertainer of the Ballarat goldfields.
In her honour, a cocktail has been made with Larrikin Lola Bold Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, honey, lemon, orange bitters and garnished with rosemary.

$21 Spider Dance

Snap up a main plus wine or beer for $30, or a main, dessert and wine or beer for $40

Nolans

Perfect for those with a busy schedule. Avoid the lunchtime rush and join in for a tasty and quick weekday lunch.
Get your hands on the deal and indulge in a main plus wine or beer for $30 per person, or a main, dessert plus wine/beer for $40 per person.

Express Lunch

Delicious offers running from Wednesday to Friday

Settle in for weeknight comfort at Nolans, with delicious specials running Wednesday to Friday.
On Wednesdays, enjoy your choice of pasta paired perfectly with a glass of wine for just $25.
Thursdays are all about pizza and perks: receive a complimentary side dish with every pizza ordered.
Ease into the weekend with their Friday favourite – a juicy steak and fries for only $25.

Wednesday to Friday Weeknight Specials

Bottomless pizza and margarita weekends for just $58 per person

Join in for their &#039;Margs and Margs&#039; bottomless pizza and margarita weekends, available every Saturday and Sunday. For just $58 per person, indulge in 1.5-hours of endless cheesy slices and bottomless margarita cocktails.

Margs and Margs

Roy Hammond

All hail the Spritz Special. $15 Spritz everyday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

Roys Spritz Special

Cheap feeds every Wednesday at Hop Temple 

Hop Temple

Every Wednesday join Hop Temple for a $20 Pizza &amp; Pot.
Open from 3pm till late.

$20 Pizza & Pot at Hop Temple

Every Wednesday to Friday from 3–6pm, make the most of $7 pints, $6 spirits, $5 wines, $1 chicken wings and half price snacks

Beat the midweek blues with Hop Temple’s Happy Hour.
Grab your mates and treat yourself to some drinks and snacks:$7 pints, $6 spirits, $5 wines, $1 chicken wings and ½ price snacks.
Every Wednesday to Friday, 3:00pm to 6:00pm.

Happy Hour at Hop Temple

Get more bang for your buck at Aunty Jacks

Aunty Jacks

Wednesday pasta night, from $20, range of pasta and selected sauces of the week.
Thursday parma night, $20, range of parmas with your choice of toppings
Friday Aunty Cooks lunch 12:00 PM till 4:00 PM, burger and pot, $20
Aunty Jacks Sunday Roast, $24 for Adults and Kids $12.50, Sunday Roast with all the trimmings. $10 Dessert when you order Sunday Roast.

Aunty Jacks Weekly Deals

$7 pints, $6 spirits, $5 house wine and half price snacks? Sold!

Introducing the best happy hour in Ballarat. Enjoy $7 pints, $6 spirits, $5 house wine and half price snacks to share.
Whether you’re unwinding after work or kicking off your weekend, they’ve got you covered.
Wednesdays to Fridays, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Pull up a stool at the bar and experience the best happy hour in Ballarat.

Happy Hour

A cosy start to your evening every Monday and Friday from 5-6pm

The Shared Table

Happy Hour at The Shared Table – Mondays &amp; Fridays 5–6pm.
Join in for a cozy and flavourful start to your evening at The Shared Table. Happy Hour is the perfect way to unwind with friends or kick off your weekend.

Happy Hour at The Shared Table

1.5 hours of unlimited Aunty Jacks beer, wine, spritz, gin, vodka and select pizzas

Enjoy 1.5 hours of unlimited Aunty Jacks Beer, Wine, Spritz, Gin, Vodka and a selection of their Pizzas.
Sitting times are from 12:00 PM till 4:00 PM, every Saturday and Sunday.

Free Flowing Drinks and Pizza

On Fridays from 12-4pm, get a free gin and tonic with every meal

From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM every Friday, Grainery Lane are treating you to a complimentary Gin and Tonic with every meal purchase.

Grainery Lane Friday Lunch Special

Dive into a tender porterhouse steak sandwich paired perfectly with a 321 Heritage Cider

321 Café Learmonth

Celebrate the flavours of the history of our region during the Ballarat Heritage Festival with this irresistible combo! Dive into a juicy, tender Porterhouse Steak Sandwich paired perfectly with a refreshing 321 Heritage Cider.
What&#039;s on the plate?
Porterhouse Steak: Cooked to perfection served with sourdough bread, topped with rich caramelised Onion, a tangy Beetroot Relish, a decadent melt of Camembert Cheese, and their famous chips!

$35 Heritage 321 Cider and Steak Sandwich deal

Aussie Oggie Pasty Company

They always have package deals on cold take home &#8211; heat and serve Cornish pasties.

Cornish pasties

Free-flowing yum cha, spritz, beer, sparkling, mocktails and soft drink

Be prepared to experience the best Yum Cha in Ballarat.
Enjoy free – flowing Spritz, Beer &amp; Sparkling (Mocktails &amp; Soft drinks also available). Think Spring Rolls and Bao Buns to compliment the feast.
Every Sunday.
Sessions Times Available Between: Sunday 12pm – 7pm
All sessions are for 90 minutes.
$65 per person – all members of the group must participate in Yum Cha.
For groups of 10+ please contact info@royhammond.com.au

Roys Yum Cha Sundays

$15 Margarita, every Monday.
3pm till late.

$15 Roys Margarita Monday

The perfect midweek feast for the whole family

Enjoy a generous serving of authentic paella for just $25 per person, with a special $12 price for kids under 12. Watch as their chefs cook in a large traditional pan, filling the air with rich aromas, all set against the stunning backdrop of their beautiful back deck space. A perfect midweek feast for the whole family.

Paella Night

Make the most of $5 pots, $8 wine, $10 spritz and the Locals Night dinner special

Locals Night offers great deals for the community, including $5 pots of all tap beers, $8 glasses of wine, $10 Spritz, and a Locals Night Dinner Special. Enjoy a relaxed country pub atmosphere with great food, drinks, and good company. Everyone is welcome.

Locals Night

$10 coupe glasses of champagne every Friday at 6.30pm

Sip Champagne Bar

Start your weekend with a spectacular champagne tower pour! Join us every Friday at 6.30pm and enjoy $10 coupe glasses of champagne until sold out. Experience the excitement and effervescence &#8211; perfect for a night out with friends or a special celebration!

Champagne Tower Pour

The perfect blend of relaxation and indulgence

Tuki Retreat at Tuki Trout Farm

For couples looking for a memorable escape, the Couple&#039;s Retreat Deal offers the perfect blend of relaxation and indulgence. Your stay includes one-night accommodation, where you’ll wake up to a delicious à la carte breakfast. As the day unfolds, savour a sumptuous 5-course degustation dinner, with optional paired wines. Embrace the tranquillity with a fishing experience before enjoying a late midday check-out, ensuring your time with us is as relaxed as it is unforgettable.

Couple’s Retreat Deal

Fancy a free a meal and drink on your birthday?

Celebrate your Birthday with great value at 321 Café Learmonth. As a VIP Birthday Club member, you’ll enjoy a free meal and drink on your birthday—our special gift to you! It’s free to join—just sign up in-store!
But it doesn&#039;t stop there! You will also receive: Free cake when you dine with a group of 10 or more. Complimentary function room hire when you host your celebration with them.
Make your next birthday unforgettable with great food, local flavour, and country hospitality.

Free meal and drink on your birthday

Dyers Steak Stable

Want to get a brilliantly unexpected glass of wine at a great price? Discover Dyers Steak Stable&#039;s mystery wines. These are wines that they are switching over on their by the glass list or are limited edition. Enjoy a mysteriously delicious glass of wine for only $10! Just ask the waitstaff when dining.

$10 Mystery Wines

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