Healesville

Last weekend, the Birds went on a day-trip up to Healesville. Astute blog followers will recall that we've been there once before (the Wildlife Sanctuary), but this time we decided the wildlife could sod off, and we would find out what else there was to do. Also, we went along with the Prothero family for company.

First part of the day was spent at the world-famous Healesville Hedge Maze, and we spent almost the whole morning wandering our way through the maze, trying to find clues and (as a bonus) the way out! The place also had mini golf and a few other activities, so the kids were well amused.

Having solved the maze, we traipsed our way over to the historic Healesville train station, and went on a fun ride up the almost-nearly-restored train line. No fancy carriages for us, we had to rough it in open-roofed trolleys. Kids had fun, and the scenery was nice, but Daddy sorely regretted not wearing an overcoat for the day!

Having done that, we went to the local Hotel for a homely Pub meal, and made our way home. A great day out, and the kids were asleep almost before we'd started the car for the homeward trip!