Experience the magic of Sovereign Hill in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. Pre-booked visitors will receive a 10% discount on family entrance price.

Before VisitingFamilies can access Sovereign Hill’s Social Stories. They have been developed to assist people on the Autism Spectrum to become familiar and comfortable with Sovereign Hill before they visit. For example, it might be helpful to read The Social Story – The Inclined Rail before you take a Gold Mine Tour. Visit the Sovereign Hill Education webpage and click on the link http://education.sovereignhill.com.au/excursion-planning/social-stories/

Avoiding Loud NoisesParents/Guardians/Carers should note that the following daily activities involve loud noises:

Musket Firing11.35 - 11.45 am & 3.05 - 3.15 pm (Visitor Map No. 19)

Redcoat Soldiers 1.30 - 1.40 pm (Visitor Map No. 34)

Steam Operations Whistle:9.45 am, 9.55 am, 10.15 am, 12 noon, 1.00 pm, 3.00 pm, 3.15 pm. (Visitor Map No. 34)

Steam-Powered Machinery All day. (Visitor Map No. 34 and No. 44)

Voltaic Battery 4.00 pm. (Visitor Map No. 19)

You may wish to visit the Theatre Retiring Room (Visitor Map No. 26 upstairs) or Cottages in Speedwell Street (Visitor Map No. 43) if these noises are likely to be disturbing.

Special AdviceVisitors are welcome to bring their own torches for use during mine tours.

If parents get lost, children should tell a costumed member of staff straight away. Staff will assist lost parents by getting them to the Post Office (Visitor Map No. 16) where they will be reunited with their children.

Coach rides cannot stop during the trip so it’s a good idea to watch the coach do a few laps first to see if it is something you would like to do.

Drinking taps are hidden in wooden barrels around Sovereign Hill.

Gold Panning at the creek is a very soothing activity.

PROGRAMArrival10.00 am - 11.30 am Arrival at Sovereign Hill during this time will enable visitors to avoid the crowded entrance and enter via the side gate. Our guests will receive wrist bands where parents can write contact details, and yes, teddy bears get their own bands too!

Meet and Greet10.30 am and 12.00 noon Come and meet the trooper who will explain all about his costume and his job at Sovereign Hill. Carver & Dalton Auction Rooms (Visitor Map No.10)

Mine Tour – Labyrinth of Gold11.20 am, 1.00 pm, 1.20 pm and 2.40 pm These mine tours are specifically booked for Autism-Awareness Day visitors. In this 40 minute tour, mine guides will warn visitors of any loud noises (and avoid them where possible). The Social Story – The Inclined Rail – is a must read before doing the mine tour. Please note mine tours are an additional cost. A family ticket (2 adults and 4 children) is $20. Book your mine tour early to avoid disappointment (Visitor Map No. 35).

Quiet PlacesFor a quiet break from the crowd, there are several areas available: Upstairs at the Victoria Theatre (Visitor Map No. 26), Cottages in Speedwell Street (Visitor Map No. 43), Wesleyan Church (between Visitor Map No. 38 and 40), around the Post Office Lake (to the right as you enter Sovereign Hill.)

Please ask any of our friendly staff for assistance if required.

PhotographyGroup photographs are available at the Red Hill Photographic Rooms. Book a sitting early in the day and on mentioning the Autism-Awareness Day you will receive a 20% discount. Dressing up for photos is optional.

*Pre-booked tickets for families participating in Autism-Awareness Day only. Phone 03 5337 1124www.sovereignhill.com.au

AUTISM-AWARENESS DAY AT SOVEREIGN HILLSATURDAY, 28 MARCH 2015

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ONLY 2 OR 3 HOURSTO SPEND WITH US?‘MUST DO’ activities if you have limited time.

See our wide variety of Trades, Crafts and Stores. Pan for gold at the Diggings. Watch a $160,000 gold ingot poured at the Gold Smelting Works. Take a coach ride around the Township. Don’t miss the Redcoat Soldiers at 1.30 pm. Journey deep underground on the Gold Mine Tour. Visitourgoldfieldscottagesandmeettheresidents.

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Information

First Aid Kit

PostOffice

Food & Drink

ATM

Toilets

Disability Toilet

Parenting Room

Stroller Hire

Wheelchairs

Visitor Information Centre

Emergency Evacuation Point

VISITORSERVICES

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSFOR PAID MINE TOURS

GoldPanning

CandleDipping

BowlingSaloon

RedcoatSoldiers

GoldMineTour

CoachRides

WheelMaking

$160,000Gold Pour

Red HillMineTour

GiftShop

GoldMuseum

Sound &Light ShowBookings

MusketFiring

ChineseCamp

Please Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather permitting.Additional charge for Coach Rides, Gold Mine Tours and Candle Dipping.

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THINGS TO SEE & DO

CANDLEMAKING20 MINUTE DURATION

CANDLE DIPPINGBUY AND DIP YOUR OWN

COLOURED CANDLE

DIGGINGS TOUR30 MINUTE DURATION

GOLD PANNING

MUSKET FIRING15 MINUTE DURATION

THEATRE EVENTSSEE VICTORIA THEATRE BOARD

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SWEET MAKING15 MINUTE DURATION

GOLD POUR20 MINUTE DURATION

EXTRA POURS MAY BE ADDEDSEE BOARD FOR TIMES

COACH RIDESEARLY BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

5 MINUTE DURATION

REDCOAT SOLDIERS15 MINUTE DURATION

STEAM POWEREDMACHINERY

METAL SPINNING

BOWLING

BACK TO SCHOOL15 MINUTE DURATION

W/ENDS & HOLIDAYS ONLY

WHEELWRIGHTING20 MINUTE DURATION

GOLDEN TREASURES20 MINUTE GUIDED TOUR

DAILYACTIVITIES

RED HILL MINE TOUR12 MINUTE DURATION

GOLD MINE TOURSCHOOSE FROM 3 DIFFERENT

FULLY-GUIDED TOURS VARYING FROM 40 TO 60 MINUTE DURATION

EVERY 10 MINUTES DURING HOLIDAY PERIODSCHECK WITH GUIDE DURING NON-HOLIDAY PERIODS

VARIOUS TIMES THROUGHOUT THE DAYBOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

WHERE TO STARTEntrance BuildingA warm welcome awaits you! Visitor information, accommodation and sound-and-light show bookings, souvenirs and gifts.

Orientation Centre - Voyage to DiscoveryCurrently under redevelopment. No access.

TRADES, CRAFTS & STORES

Chinese CampGoldfieldslifeasitwasforChineseminers.Goldfields Store‘Kit out’ for the Diggings at the Waterloo Store.BlacksmithOur ‘smithy’ shoes horses and forges unique ironware.Photographic RoomsDress in period costume for a fun souvenir photo.PrinterHave your own poster printed at the Ballarat Times!Sweet ShopFamous for boiled sweets and horse-head lollipops. GrocerGoldfieldsgroceries,localjams,honeyandcordials.Post OfficeMail your postcards here with a Sovereign Hill postmark.JewellerSpecialisesinVictorian-styleclocksandjewellery.Apothecaries’ HallPillrolling,herbalremediesandgoldfieldsmedicine.SaddleryHats, belts and traditional horse brasses.TheatreLive performances and fun family entertainment. Confectionery FactorySee the confectioner making traditional boiled sweets.Gold Smelting WorksWatch a $160,000 pure gold ingot being poured.Drapery StoreForthefinestclothinganddraperyonMainStreet.Horse Bazaar - Coach RidesTake a coach ride around the Outdoor Museum.Tinsmith Hand-made pie plates, scone cutters and lanterns.FoundriesGoldpans and brassware spun on steam-powered lathes.Candle WorksHey kids! Dip your own candle to take home.Wheelwright and CoachbuilderMeet the craftsmen who build and maintainSovereign Hill’s horse-drawn vehicles. Gift ShopGifts,finejewellery,souvenirsandAustraliana.

WHERE TO EATHope BakeryTry our famous pies, pasties, cakes and other bakeddelightsfreshfromthewood-firedoven.CaféHot and cold meals, baguettes, sandwiches, drinks. Fully licensed. Dine indoors or on the deck overlooking the lake.New York Bakery - Relaxed Traditional Setting Café-style menu blending contemporary andtraditional favourites from breakfast to afternoon tea. Fun children’s food. Table service. Licensed.Universal Transit Office Teaandcoffee,colddrinksandice-cream.Open holidays and long weekends only.Charlie Napier Hotel‘Blood on the Southern Cross’ evening meal.United States Hotel - Dine in Victorian Splendour Treat the family to beautifully prepared café-style dishesand a great children’s menu. Daily board specials. Licensed. United States Hotel Bar Serving light refreshments for your convenience.12.00 noon to 4.00 pm weekdays and12.00 noon to 5.00 pm weekends.

WHERE TO STAY

Steinfeld’s AccommodationPlease enquire at the Bookings Desk in the Entrance Building.Comfort Inn Sovereign Hill Please enquire at the Bookings Desk in the Entrance Building.

EDUCATION

One Eye Gully

Carver & Dalton Auction Rooms

Education Centre

St Alipius’ Diggings School

Ragged School

Red Hill National School

St Peter’s Denominational School

Sovereign Hill and Narmbool Education are supported by: