Old Chiltern Police Lockup

Highlights

Explore a historic gaol built in 1874, rich in local stories.
Experience the harsh conditions of 1800s incarceration firsthand.
Conveniently located with easy access from the Visitor Centre.

Overview

The old Chiltern Lockup was built in 1874. It replaced old iron and wooden huts in which several citizens had either been roasted by the fierce sun or starved to death with cold. Come in, take a look around and listen to some of the stories this old gaol will tell you. The two cells show how rough being locked up in the 1800s really was. Read the interpretive panels about how the lockup was used and the stories of former residents. Listen to…

The old Chiltern Lockup was built in 1874. It replaced old iron and wooden huts in which several citizens had either been roasted by the fierce sun or starved to death with cold.

Come in, take a look around and listen to some of the stories this old gaol will tell you. The two cells show how rough being locked up in the 1800s really was. Read the interpretive panels about how the lockup was used and the stories of former residents. Listen to the audio for more detail and watch out when you are greeted when you first enter.

You can borrow the key from the Visitor Information Centre, open daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, or the neighbouring Post Office open Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.