Seacombe House Port Fairy
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Seacombe House Port Fairy has a rich history, and many publicans over the years. It was originally the Stag Inn built in 1847 and since then it had many licensees some were mischievous which is where some of the rich history arises. In 1873 The Stag Inn became a school, and ultimately a guest house. It also housed the shire and the borough offices for a while.One of the stories told is that the licensee Mr Payne had a sick wife, and it was believed that had an affair with one of the housemaid.
On the death of his wife, Mr Payne proposed to the housemaid. It was alleged that at the inquest into his wife's death, the coroner was informed that Mr Payne had put white powder into a glass of hot wine for his wife, and that some of the housekeepers arsenic powder was missing. Lets see if we can uncover the truth behind this story.
Join us on an investigation to see if we can uncover the true story of Mr Payne's wife, or any of the many stories that the Stag Inn has from its past.
Date
Saturday 16 August 2025 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Seacombe House
22 Sackville Street, Port Fairy Vic 3284
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Seacombe House Port Fairy
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