The township of Glenrowan is the site of the final siege and capture of bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang in 1880. Their story is preserved in its attractions, museums and historic walks. Glenrowan is situated on the Hume Freeway just south of Wangaratta.
Glenrowan also has a long and rich wine making history. Folklore has it that Ned Kelly helped the Bailey family plant their first grapevines as a fencing contractor. The ensuing 130 years have established Glenrowan a reputation for full-bodied reds, particularly Shiraz and Durif, fragrant whites, and delicious fortified wines. The Cellar Doors are intimate, historic and welcoming.
Glenrowan is fabulous for fruit lovers. The growers of the region produce strawberries, cherries, nectarines and peaches. A number of these orchard gates are open to visitors who can't resist freshly picked (sometimes by the visitors themselves!), tree-ripened, sun-kissed summer fruits, also available as jam, ice cream, preserves and chutney throughout the year.
Sweeping views from the Warby Range State Park southwards out over Lake Mokoan or north-east towards Mt Buffalo offer many options for a picturesque picnic spot, bird watching and bushwalking. Explore the Warby Ranges, including Ryan's Lookout, Mount Glenrowan and Salisbury Falls (during the cooler months) and see the country through the eyes of Ned Kelly.
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