Caldermeade Farm and Café, located in Gippsland, Victoria, provides a unique food and drink experience within the natural setting of a working dairy farm. The farm, established in 1875, has transformed over the years into a modern, educational, and entertaining destination that caters to families and groups alike. The farm's café serves a variety of hot and cold beverages, including locally sourced coffee, beer, and wine. Visitors can also indulge in fresh, regional produce prepared in the farmhouse kitchen, offering a taste of Gippsland's rich culinary culture.
In addition to the café, Caldermeade Farm offers a petting zoo where guests can interact with baby Jersey calves, chickens, goats, lambs, ducks, llamas, and donkeys. There is no entrance fee for the café, farm, gardens, or petting zoo during operating hours. One of the highlights of Caldermeade Farm is the opportunity to observe milking operations daily at 2:30 pm, with the best viewing from the upstairs museum room. This unique experience allows visitors to learn about modern farming practices while enjoying their food and drink amidst the farm's natural beauty.
With its family-friendly atmosphere, educational opportunities, and delicious local cuisine, Caldermeade Farm and Café offer a memorable food and drink scene that combines the charm of rural life with the convenience of modern amenities.