Bear’s Castle Tours
This mysterious historic castle sits high on the hilltop in the closed catchment area of the Yan Yean Reservoir. It is closed to the public, except by arrangement with the Whittlesea Courthouse.
Discover the story behind this distinctive and unique building amd why its origins have mystified historians for years. Bear’s Castle is of cob construction, a building technique that was once common in the Whittlesea area, but is now the only known ‘pure’ cob structure in Victoria.
The tour also combines other significant historical sites and points of interest associated with Melbourne’s oldest water storage system. See this historical site and visit the Yan Yean Reserve’s Caretaker’s Cottage, where a home baked style morning & afternoon tea will be served.