The trip is over and we have now settled in to home life again. We miss our boat and the beautiful views that passed by our window. We often wish we were back in Europe and off sightseeing so we decided to get out and about in Victoria Australia and enjoy our local sights and experiences.
Our first day trip was to Loch a sleepy little town in rural Gippsland about an hour from our home. It has plenty of rainfall and this shows in the lush green surroundings. My daughter wanted some driving practice so off we went for the day. We rugged up as it is cold here in winter, about 13 degrees. We took the South Gippsland Highway most of the way there, which is also the one that heads to Philip Island - another scenic spot nearby. Loch was established in 1876 with the coming of the railway. It was named in honour of the Governer of Victoria Henry Loch. The population in 2009-523 and in 2011-967.
Things to do in Loch
There is a big craft community with many quaint shops.
Brewery and distillery, antique shops, cafes, bakery, hotel, galleries, bric a brack shops with curios and books. It is lovely just walking down the street looking at the shops and cafes. The gardens and trees are also a delight.
Festivals in Loch.
Garden Festival. Antique Fair. Food and Wine Festival.
Facilities in Loch.
Although relatively small Loch is well supplied with facilities. These include: Post office, shops, garage, cafes, hotel, parks, playground, tourist railway, sports facilities, lookout, suspension bridge, primary school, public hall, churches and a V/ line coach service.
Lunch in Loch
We found a lovely warm little cafe that had soup on the menu. We ordered one each and it was lentil and vegetable soup which was delicious and so warming and filling.
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