Central Park: Stawell's Historic Heart
Home to the historic Stawell Gift, Central Park is a vibrant sports and recreation hub in the heart of Stawell, Victoria.
Central Park in Stawell, Victoria, is a historic oval sports ground and gardens, renowned as the home of the annual Stawell Gift, Australia's oldest and richest short-distance running race, held every Easter. The park also hosts Australian Football and Cricket and provides a central green space for the community.
A brief summary to Central Park
- 10-18 Main St, Stawell, Victoria, 3380, AU
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- Tuesday 6 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 6 am-10 pm
- Thursday 6 am-10 pm
- Friday 6 am-10 pm
- Saturday 6 am-10 pm
- Sunday 6 am-10 pm
Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Central Park.
- Visit during Easter to experience the excitement of the Stawell Gift, a renowned athletic event.
- Take a stroll through the park's gardens and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
- Check out local AFL or cricket matches for a taste of community sports.
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Getting There
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Walking
If you're already in Stawell's town center, Central Park is easily accessible on foot. From the Stawell bus station, walk east on Main Street for approximately 400 meters. You'll find Central Park on your right. The walk is straightforward and should take about 5-10 minutes.
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Public Transport
To reach Central Park via public transport, take a bus to Stawell Bus Station. From there, head east on Main Street for about 400 meters to Central Park. Check local transport websites for current bus schedules and fares. A V/Line train and coach service operates from Melbourne to Stawell via Ballarat and Ararat. The Overland train service also stops at the Stawell train station, which is a short walk to Central Park.
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Driving
If driving, take the Western Highway (A8) and exit towards Stawell. Merge onto Stawell-Magenta Road and continue to Main Street. Turn left onto Main Street, and Central Park will be on your right. Free street parking is generally available around the park.
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