Churchill Hotel ladies being served food at pub

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This university town is an education precinct, surrounded by bushland and bursting with warm hospitality.

Churchill is Gippsland’s University town, home to Federation University. At the southern end of the Latrobe Valley, the suburbs of the large regional centres dissolve into the soulful hills of the Strzelecki Ranges and enchanting bushland surrounds, with opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Lake Hyland Churchill family walking along boardwalk
Lake Hyland Churchill family at lake with child on platform
Churchill Hotel ladies in beer garden under umbrellas at Latrobe Valley pub
The Big Cigar monument public art landmark in Churchill Latrobe Valley

Things to do in Churchill

Delightfully located at the foot of the Strzelecki Ranges, Churchill is just a stone’s throw from its larger sibling, Morwell.

Keep an eye out for The Spire landmark - at 32m tall, the giant monument is hard to miss. The sculpture is known locally as The Big Cigar, and is mistakenly believed to be a tribute to the town's namesake, Winston Churchill. However, its true origin story is to be a beacon, guiding people to the town.

Nearby is picnic-perfect Mathison Park, a scenic spot for walking around the tranquil Lake Hyland. Fishing platforms around the lake are magical spots to cast a line or watch the local birdlife.

Lake Hyland Churchill family around lakes edge

Churchill restaurants & cafes

Be sure to grab a meal from the Churchill Hotel for all your classic pub favourites. The grassy outdoor area is perfect for warmer weather, beneath a canopy of umbrellas and string lights.

Build your own Central Gippsland Farm Gates tour exploring the lands that raise fresh fruit and produce bursting with flavour.

Churchill Hotel pub food in Churchill Latrobe Valley fish n chips

Explore Churchill's surrounds

Morwell River Falls family walking through bush and ferns

Morwell National Park

In the northern foothills of the Strzelecki Ranges, just south of Morwell, lies the Morwell National Park.

Morwell River Falls family climbing around waterfall cascades

Morwell River Falls Reserve

Enjoy the peaceful ambience of the beautiful Morwell River waterfall and reserve without the crowds.
Morwell River Falls family on walk surrounded by bush crop

Fosters Gully Nature Walk

2.3km, 1 hr | Morwell National Park | Circuit through grey gum and stringybark forests where you may spot a lyrebird hiding in the undergrowth. Indulge in a…
Man taking photo from Corrigans Bridge Tarra Bulga National Park

Tarra Bulga National Park

Lush Tarra Bulga National Park is one of the most heart-stirring places you can find, and quite unlike any other place in Victoria.
Mirboo North customers dining outdoors at Lamezleighs under umbrellas

Mirboo North

Surrounded by the fabled hills of South Gippsland, the town is at the meeting point of fertile farmland and perfumed Australian bush.
Narkoojee ladies standing amongst golden autumn vines in Traralgon winery

Central Gippsland Drink Trail

Enjoy a tipple passing through ever-changing scenery, from fern glades to grassy plains, ending in the foothills of Victoria’s high country.
Grand Ridge Rail Trail Family walking with pram

Grand Ridge Rail Trail

13km | Boolarra - Mirboo North | Swing through enchanting hilly countryside and eucalypt forest with a background track of birdsong. This gently descending…
Gippsland Plains Rail Trail family on bikes riding past Glengarry sign 1

Gippsland Plains Rail Trail

63km | This journey weaves through the idyllic countryside with handsome mountain vistas of the Great Dividing Range, punctuated by warm and quirky…
Yinnar girls walking past Matchbox Gallery

Yinnar

An eclectic artistic community on the fringe of the Strzelecki Ranges.

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