About

Kelly House in Beveridge, Victoria, is the former childhood home of infamous bushranger Ned Kelly. Built c.1860 by his father John Kelly, it was originally a three-room home with additions made in the latter half of the nineteenth century by the Stewart family. Considered a rare example of vernacular timber cottage construction based on Irish principles, Kelly House is of archaeological, architectural and historic significance to the State of Victoria. After falling into a state of disrepair, the property was purchased by the government in 2019.

The property was restored in 2022 by Heritage Victoria and includes interpretive signage around the perimeter of the property.

The revitalised gardens were designed by GbLA Landscape Architects which features a low-impact design, incorporating native species that thrive in varied conditions.

We have been fortunate to obtain access to the Kelly House which is normally restricted. Annette Warner from GbLA Landscape Architects, the lead landscape architect of the gardens has kindly agreed to talk to us about the garden design and Mark Huntersmith from GML Heritage will talk about the restoration of the house.

After the tour and talks, we will drive to the Beveridge Community Centre (Hall) for refreshments. Tim Gatehouse (committee member) will give a talk about 'The bushranger, the artist and the philanthropist' i.e. Ned Kelly, Ellis Rowan and Janet, Lady Clarke.

PLEASE NOTE: At the Kelly House you should be prepared for uneven ground as the surrounding roads and footpaths are unmade. Please also note that there is no seating (including BYO chairs) or toilet facilities within the Kelly House or garden. Limited space for chairs is available outside the fence if you need to rest during the talks. Toilet facilities are available at the Beverage Recreation Reserve before the talks or at the Beveridge Community Centre (Hall) after the talks during refreshments.

DATE: Wednesday 18 March

TIME: Arrive at Kelly House at 10:00 am for a 10:15 am start.

MEETING PLACE: Kelly House, 44 Kelly St, Beveridge (about an hour drive from CBD). Access via Spring St and Kelly St only, as Stewart St is closed for road works

TALK: Annette Warner, GbLa Landscape Architects and Mark Huntersmith, GML Heritage

DRIVE: Around 11:45 am drive to Beveridge Community Centre (Hall), for refreshments. The hall is located at Beveridge Recreation Reserve, Lithgow St, Beveridge, via Kelly St and Spring St as Stewart St is closed (5 minute drive)

TALK: Tim Gatehouse will give a talk about 'The bushranger, the artist and the philanthropist' i.e. Ned Kelly, Ellis Rowan and Janet, Lady Clarke.  

BYO: Walking shoes and chair for outside Kelly House fence if required. Picnic lunch (optional) as it will be lunch time. Please also bring a hat, sunscreen and water bottle in case it is a hot day.

COST: $20 for members, $25 for non-members

ENQUIRIES: Ros Savio 0422 357 116, Carol Beaumont 0417 374 461

Car-pooling from Melbourne encouraged.

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Location

Kelly House
44 Kelly St, Beveridge Vic 3753

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