How To Get There

Stratford

Stratford lies on the River Avon, which was named by the Gippsland explorer Angus McMillan after a stream in Scotland where he had once lived. It is the site of the first permanent settlement in Gippsland and the gold rushes in Omeo and near Dargo helped it's early fortunes.

The town services the local regional community of 1,330 people (2001 Census). Stratford's principal industries are dairying, sheep, cattle and horse breeding and vegetable crops. The town has numerous coffee shops and cafes, a cellar door for a local winery, Design Gallery, model railway shop, pub, parks and playgrounds for car travellers to break their journey and visitors to enjoy. In 1998 the town formally became a member of the Stratford Sister Cities program to promote friendship and cultural exchange between participating countries.


How to get to the festival by Car

The festival is easy accessible by car. Stratford on the River Avon is 232 km east of Melbourne on the Princes Highway, which connects Melbourne to Sydney.

For detailed driving instructions, please see www.whereis.com.


Parking

There is sufficient parking in Stratford. If you need parking close to a specific venue, please contact the festival administration at contact page.


How to get to the festival by public transport

Stratford is situated in Eastern Victoria on the Gippsland line. For train and bus services phone VLine on 136 196 or Vline.com.au