Ex-convict John Wilson first laid European eyes on the Goulburn Downs in 1798, but it would be another 20 years before explorer Hamilton Hume discovered Lake Bathurst in 1818.

Governor Macquarie explored the country in 1820 and declared it the Goulburn Plains, in honour of Henry Goulburn, the Secretary of State for War and Colonies of the time.

… Loved every part of our visit - the city, the friendliness and the manner in which the convention was organised and conducted. Thank you.

- June, Aberfoyle Park SA

Fireside Inn

The Fireside Inn is located in the heart of Goulburn's historic precinct and looks across Belmore Park to the grand Colonial architecture of the Court House.

Built in 1934 by Goulburn merchant John E Knowlman, it retains all the charm and warmth of the era he so faithfully recreated. During the winter months the open fire adds to the english atmosphere.

The menu changes seasonally and uses the finest of local produce.

Choose from the Blackboard menu for lunch or the Al a carte menu for dinner.

Open Tuesday to Friday & Sunday for Lunch & Tuesday to Saturday for Dinner.

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Contact Details

Fireside Inn
23 Market Street, Goulburn NSW 2580

Telephone: (02) 4821 2727

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