Sandhurst Gaol Tour
1800 813 153 Tours Bendigo
Description
Bendigo’s Ulumbarra Theatre rises majestically from within what was once the Sandhurst Gaol. Discover the symbiotic fusion between 1860s penitentiary architecture and clever contemporary design to create an extraordinary arts and community facility. Our knowledgeable guides share the stories of inhabitants old and new, while exploring this world class performance facility.
Ulumbarra, meaning ‘gather together’ in the language of the Dja Dja Wurrung people, is representative of the role the site has played over time; from an indigenous meeting place, to the original Government Camp, later the Sandhurst Gaol and now a magnificent theatre.
Constructed in the early 1860s, the gaol was based on the Pentonville prison model where the wings radiate from a central tower, now the symbiotic link between the heritage and contemporary architecture. Your guide will explore spaces throughout this extraordinary arts and community facility, telling the tales that once remained behind the walls.
Transformed in 2015 into a state-of-the-art performance and event space including world class production capabilities it is now truly a place for all to experience.
Book Now to experience this unique opportunity to see an architectural masterpiece. Sandhurst Gaol tours operate on Tuesdays at 2pm (subject to venue availability.) If the date filter displays a "Next Available Tour" message, your preferred date is not available. If you'd like to enquire about a Private Tour outside of these times, contact the Ticketing Team at the Bendigo Visitor Information Centre on 1800 044 659.
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No refund available if you cancel within 24 hours of tour departure. We will be happy to transfer your booking to another suitable time.
10 Gaol Road, Bendigo Victoria 3550, Australia
Directions
Ulumbarra Theatre is located on Gaol Road, between the Tom Flood Sports Centre and Bendigo Senior Secondary College. From the Fountain head north on Pall Mall and vear left at the Conservatory Gardens into Bridge Street/Park Road and left in Gaol Road.