Welcome to Overnewton Castle, a Scottish Baronial style Homestead built-in 1849. Situated in Keilor Village, 20 mins drive from Melbourne CBD, this four acre estate was built by William Taylor, a prominent early settler to the area.
Enjoy the ultimate in old world grace and charm with a three tiered high tea lunch in the Grand Ballroom or Sherry Room with the option to add a guided historic tour of the venue to your visit.
Upon arrival at your table, you will be greeted by a glass of sparkling wine, followed by a selection of savoury pastries, English tea sandwiches, petit fours and freshly baked scones, served with free flowing tea & coffee.
Complete your visit with a 90 minute guided tour of the venue & gardens (11am or 2:30pm). Explore this 35 room estate with a knowledgeable guide, sharing fascinating stories about the architecture, families that lived there and local history.
HIGH TEA TICKETS:
Adult 80 | Child (under 12 yrs) 45 | Infant (under 5yrs) 25
INCLUDES:
Sparkling Wine on Arrival, High Tea Menu, Free Flowing Tea & Coffee, Access to the Gardens & Dining Area
HISTORIC VENUE TOUR TICKETS (add on at booking): 25
DETAILS:
TOUR TIMES: 11am | 2:30pm
HIGH TEA: 1-3pm
2025 SUNDAY DATES:
2nd November | 7th December
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SUNDAY HIGH TEA MENU (all inclusive)
Gluten Free, Vegan & Dietary Menu Variations Available - please notify in advance
ADULT HIGH TEA MENU
Traditional British Finger Sandwiches
- Chicken Breast, Carrot & Celery
- Cucumber, Cream Cheese & Dill
- Egg, Lettuce & Mayonnaise
Savoury Pastries
- Beef Brisket Pie
- Vegetarian Quiche
- Spinach & Fetta Rolls
Petit Fours
- French Macaroons
- Mini Cheesecake
- Petit Chocolate Eclairs
Freshly Baked Scones
- Savoury with Chive & Cheese
- Traditional with Jam & Cream
- Raspberry & White Chocolate
All adults will received a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed by freshly brewed Twinings Tea & Vittoria Coffee.
CHILD HIGH TEA MENU
Sandwiches - Fairy Stars & Cheese Fingers
Savoury Pastries - A Petit Beef Pie & Sausage Roll
Petit Fours - French Macaroon & Mini Chocolate Eclair
Freshly Baked Scones - Traditional Recipe with Jam & Cream
Pink Lemonade, Hot Chocolate or Orange Juice to Drink.
INFANT HIGH TEA MENU
Sandwiches - Fairy Stars & Cheese Fingers
Savoury Pastries - Sausage Roll
Freshly Baked Scones - A Fresh Scone with Jam & Cream
Pink Lemonade, Hot Chocolate or Orange Juice
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Tickets are sold on a non-refundable basis but can be transferred against other dates. Transfer fee is applicable.
*Please notify us on the reservation if wheelchair access is required so we can advise you on the entry location. Early arrival is always recommended. Phone: 03 9331 6367
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