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Martindale Hall, built in 1879, is a Georgian style mansion built for Edmund Bowman who lived the princely life here until 1891. More recently, the Hall was used as the set of a girl's boarding school in the filming of the well-known Australian movie, Picnic at Hanging Rock.
Built largely in Manoora freestone, the ornately moulded and carved stonework is a tribute to the tradesmen of the day who were brought from England especially for this purpose. The Italian Renaissance interior is highlighted in the stately main hall and vestibule, with a domed glass roof, parquetry floor and the marvellous T-shaped staircase rising to the overhanging gallery.
The Hall is classified by the National and State Heritage Branch and the National Trust.
Tours of the house are available by prior arrangement. Groups must be pre-booked.
Accommodation and formal dinners are available (fully licensed for guests only), with details on application.
Attraction Opening Times
Monday: 11am to 4pm Tuesday: 11am to 4pm Wednesday: 11am to 4pm Thursday: 11am to 4pm Friday: 11am to 4pm Saturday: 12pm to 4pm Sunday: 12pm to 4pm Public Holiday: 11am to 4pm Christms Day: Closed Good Friday: Closed ......
Martindale Hall, built in 1879, is a Georgian style mansion built for Edmund Bowman who lived the princely life here until 1891. More recently, the Hall was used as the set of a girl's boarding school in the filming of the well-known Australian movie, Picnic at Hanging Rock.
