The Vine Hotel

This evening this historic "watering hole" was the venue to partake in some delicious Aussie pub cuisine, a few coldies, a red or white and the odd lemon, lime and bitters.

The occasion....

Some 30 workmates gathering to fondly acknowledge and celebrate Ruth's 22 years of continuous employment, loyalty, work ethic and commitment to customer service.

The Vine's history goes back to 1865 when the original licence was granted for the existing site. The present day building dates from around the 1880s and the bricks for the hotel were made on site from clay on the property. Walking into the pub is like taking a step back in time and gives you the feeling of old world charm with chandeliers, side boards and memorabilia dating back to the turn of last century. The vast cellar is unusually large, bearing in mind it would have been dug out by hand using picks, shovels and ploughs. It is the depth of a normal room and is the length and breadth of the existing building. Legend has it that Ned Kelly used to hide here, using the tunnel as his escape route. The Vine is considered to be a unique hotel and has long been a local landmark. It is the owner's intention to preserve and not destroy its individual character. The future of the hotel lies in its past with all the legends and stories that have persisted over the years