Lyn and Matt arranged a delightful excursion for our intrepid group of Bristol car “tragics” accompanied by Peter and Deb, Michele, Rod in his recently restored 400 as well Eric and myself.
Negotiating the early morning Melbourne traffic on the freeways leading towards Bendigo was no mean feat. However, once we passed through Diggers Rest and Sunbury the roads opened up and we arrived in Riddell’s Creek, still a small surviving village oasis. Here we visited Dromkeen, a lovely old home hidden among the trees, housing a tearoom and a gallery featuring displays of artwork from children’s books.
After a delicious morning tea, we drove along country roads through the busy township of Romsey, then Lancefield, revealing the drought conditions with no recent rains. The landscape was of barren paddocks with dramatic magnificent boulders scattered throughout the surrounding areas. It was a spectacular sight.
The Tooborac pub was our destination for a substantial lunch and liquid refreshment on this warm day. We then proceeded to Pyalong to view, from a safe distance, the beautiful old wooden trestle bridge, built in 1889. This was originally used for rail transport of timber, sheep and wool between Bendigo and Wandong.
After a wonderful, most enjoyable day of discovery and lively conversations in the sunshine, it was finally time to head home.
Beverley Gorr