Overnight Experiences Keilor

Welcome to Overnewton Castle a Scottish baronial style homestead built-in 1849. This heritage listed estate features four acres of manicured gardens, grand dining rooms and a fascinating history which guests can learn about, on the optional grand tour.
Enjoy a glass of sparkling on arrival, followed by a selection of delicate pastries, freshly baked scones, authentic English tea sandwiches and petite fours in the Grand Ballroom or elegant Sherry Room. Free-flowing Twinning’s Tea and Vittoria Coffee will be also be served to your table.
Built by William Taylor in 1849 a prominent early settler to the area, this 175 year old property is a heritage-listed homestead surrounded by expansive valley views, making this a truly authentic country escape only 20 minutes from the Melbourne CBD (Keilor Village).
Savour the flavours of history, with the optional add-on tour of both levels of the castle. Find out all about Keilor's pastoral history, historic architecture and the characters that resided in the castle.

HIGH TEA 1pm START | 3pm END
ALL INCLUSIVE TICKETS: Adult $90 | Child (under 12) $45 | Infant (under 5) $25
Includes a three-tiered High Tea, served in the Grand Ballroom or Sherry Room, a glass of sparkling on arrival, free flowing tea & coffee, and access to the gardens to explore.
OPTIONAL ADD-ON TOUR (11am & 2:30pm available): $30 per person
Please Note: 2:30pm Tour Unavailable 6th April 2025

Sunday High Tea Menu – Adults

ALL INCLUSIVE TICKETS: Adult $90 | Child (under 12) $45 | Infant (under 5) $25
Includes a three-tiered High Tea, served in the Grand Ballroom or Sherry Room, a glass of sparkling on arrival, free flowing tea & coffee, and access to the gardens to explore.

Traditional Finger Sandwiches
Succulent Chicken with Chives, Crisp Lettuce & Mayonnaise
Cucumber & Egg with Lettuce & Mayonnaise
Smoked Salmon with Velvet Cream Cheese, Capers & Fresh Dill


Hot Savoury Delights Baked Fresh
Slow Cooked Beef Brisket Pie with Potato Swirl
Seasonal Quiches with Butter Pastry
Rich Pumpkin & Cheese Arancini


Petit Fours
French Macarons - Assorted Flavours
Zesty Lemon Tart with Butter Pastry
Eton Mess Pudding with Light Meringue, Fresh Berries & Whipped Cream


Freshly Baked Scones
Traditional with Jam & Cream | Raspberry & White Chocolate | Cheese & Chive with Butter

A choice of Pink Lemonade, Hot Chocolate or Orange Juice to Drink.
All adults will received a glass of sparkling wine on arrival, followed by freshly brewed Twinings Tea & Vittoria Coffee.

Sunday High Tea Menu - Child


Sandwiches Fairy Stars & Cheese Fingers
Savoury Pastries A Petit Pie & Sausage Roll
Petit Fours French Macaroon & Petit Chocolate Eclair
Donut topped with Fuzzy Fairy Floss
Freshly Baked Scone Traditional with Jam & Cream

A choice of Pink Lemonade, Hot Chocolate or Orange Juice to Drink.

Sunday High Tea Menu - Infant


Sandwiches Fairy Stars & Cheese Fingers
Savoury Pastries Sausage Roll

Freshly Baked Scone Traditional with Jam & Cream

A choice of Pink Lemonade, Hot Chocolate or Orange Juice to Drink.


Please notify us of any dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, allergies) at booking - every effort is made to accommodate dietary requirements, however our kitchen may still have trace allergens.


High Tea Dates (Sunday/Saturday only) 2025
Sunday 2nd March, 2025
Sunday 6th April, 2025
Saturday 3rd May, 2025
Sunday 4th May, 2025
Sunday 11th May, 2025 - Mothers Day Brunch 10am | Mothers Day High Tea 1pm & 2pm
Saturday 17th May, 2025
Sunday 18th May, 2025 - 'Tea with the Ton' - Discover the History & Etiquette of High Tea
Sunday 1st June, 2025
Sunday 6th July, 2025
Sunday 3rd August, 2025
Sunday 7th September, 2025 - Father's Day King's Feast - alternative menu
Sunday October 5th, 2025
Sunday November 2nd, 2025
Sunday December 7th, 2025






PLEASE NOTE :
This ticket is for the HIGH TEA dining experience only, to attend the add-on tour, please select this 'extra' after selecting your tickets (we have an 11am tour & 2:30pm tour available).
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

To be seated on the veranda (limited to 3 people per table), please select this 'extra' at booking.
Tickets are extremely limited, please book in early for the dining and/or tour in advance to avoid disappointment.




Terms and Conditions
Tickets are sold on a non-refundable basis but can be transferred against other dates (at least 48 hours beforehand) - a transfer fee is applicable. If you purchase a ticket and are not fully vaccinated you may run the risk of being turned away. All tickets to Overnewton Castle events are non-refundable.