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Welcome to Daylesford, VIC

Daylesford is a town in the Shire of Hepburn, Victoria. It’s located at the foot of the Great Dividing Range, and has a population of more than 2,500.

History

Early European settlement in Daylesford was primarily pastoral. In 1851, the discovery of gold quickly led to a township quickly springing up. It was first named Wombat, but later became Daylesford. When the gold ran out, Daylesford began to reinvent itself as a spa town. Despite a brief lull during the Great Depression, it remains popular with tourists to this day.

Lifestyle and Entertainment

Daylesford boasts 65 mineral springs, which makes it Australia’s largest supplier by some distance. Thanks to this, a selection of top-class spas is based in the region. These include Shizuka Ryokan, Salus Spa, Daylesford Day Spa, and Peppers Mineral Springs Retreat. Daylesford offers many gourmet eating options, and the Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens are a joy to behold. The surrounding wilderness is also great for hiking.