Weekends Away in Ballarat for Art Lovers

The Ballarat Art Gallery is the oldest and largest gallery in regional Australia and displays some major Australian art collections as well as works by British and European artists. From 14 August to 26 September you can view 'The Dark Mirror', an exhibition of Ballarat born artist, Jeffrey Bren (1944-2007). The recipient of numerous art prizes including the Georges Art Prize and the Art Gallery of Ballarat's George Crouch Prize, Jeffrey Bren was considered an impressive young talent early in his career.

On Wednesday nights from 6-8pm and Saturday afternoons from 2-4pm the Ballarat Art Gallery runs Life Drawing Classes. A life drawing class is a great activity on a weekend away in Ballarat. Surprise the budding artist in your life with an art class and booked accommodation. Focussing on proportion, structure and dynamics of the human form, the art classes are ideal for beginners or experienced artists wanting to improve technique and add some life drawings to the folio. Costs are $12 per session and there are limited places to book early to secure a place (phone 5320 5858).

Seymours on Lydiard is just down the road from Ballarat's Art Gallery, so be sure to book your accommodation with us. Or get together a large group of fellow art lovers and book The House.

Her Majesty's Theatre in Ballarat

Theatre tickets make a fantastic gift, and as Seymour's in Ballarat is just up the road from Her Majesty's Theatre we can provide your accommodation. Ballarat's Her Majesty's Theatre is promising some wonderful entertainment throughout July and August. Built in 1857 and fully restored in 1980 it is Australia's best preserved theatre building. With double balconies, sloping floors and a vibrant colour scheme, the theatre has all the grandeur and ambience you would expect from a night at the theatre. Here's an idea of the shows that are coming up in Ballarat

• Halpern and Johnson - award-winning drama starring Garry McDonal and Henri Szeps - Saturday, 24 July 2010, 8pm
• Adam Harvey & Beccy Cole - Live music - Friday, 6th August 8pm
• Twelfth Night - Bell Shakespeare production - Friday, 13 August

Give someone you love the ultimate night out or weekend away, book accommodation with us and get theatre tickets for a wonderful night out at Her Majecty's Theatre in Ballarat.

Local and Farmer's Markets in Ballarat

There’s no better way to get to know an area than strolling through markets, mingling with the locals and sampling some fresh local produce. In Ballarat we are spoilt for choice with markets in town and surrounding areas. Next time you’re staying in Ballarat, add these markets to your list of things to do:

• Buninyong Farmer’s Market - every 3rd Saturday of the month, 10am-2pm
• Talbot Farmer’s Market - 3rd Sunday of month, 9am-2pm
• Ballarat Farmer’s Market – 2nd and last Saturday of every month, Lake Wendouree, 9am-1pm
• Ballarat Trash and Trivia Market – Every Sunday, Ballarat Show Grounds, 8am-2pm
• Ballarat Pleasant St Primary School Market – 4th Sunday of month, Pleasant St Primary School, Lake Wendouree
• Beaufort Market, Ballan Market, Carisbrook Town Hall Market, Clunes Market, Creswick Community Market and Daylesford Community Market.

For more information on Ballarat and surrounding markets, talk to us when you stay at our Ballarat accommodation, Seymours on Lydiard or take a look at the complete list of Farmer’s and Country Markets in the Ballarat Region.

Conferences Ballarat

Seymours on Lydiard is the ideal venue to hold your next conference in Ballarat. S O L is not a large conference venue like Mercure or Bell Tower Inn. We cater for smaller intimate conferences and have 2 conference rooms upstairs that are suitable for up to 30 people. We can organize everything from breakfast meetings to multiple day conferences including all meals, luxury suite accommodation & all your conference requirements. For your next Ballarat conference, call or email us. 

Seymours on Lydiard (S O L ) is the perfect place for Corporate Guests looking for Accommodation Ballarat. Our range of Superior & Deluxe Spa Suites are ideal for Corporate guests when staying in Ballarat. S O L  features spacious apartments with fully equipped kitchens, lounge & dining areas. Plenty of space to just relax or finish off the day's work. Our Corporate guests appreciate the super fast wi-fi internet available in all rooms free of charge. S O L  has a Bar/ Restaurant to cater for all Corporate guests needs. Breakfast is delivered to your room from 7 AM. The Bar/Restaurant  opens at 11 AM and serves meals all day. Corporate guests can enjoy our full menu in the comfort of their room with our all day Room Service. Call or for details of our great corporate rates or complete our online enquiry form. 

Ballarat Accommodation

Seymours on Lydiard has a range of suites and rooms available for your next holiday when looking for accommodation Ballarat. With a range of suites, apartments and villas we have the Ballarat accommodation ideal for families, romantic getaways or work conferences. Booking accommodation Ballarat has never been so easy than with Seymour on Lydiard's website, simply check the availability, make your booking online and we'll see you in Ballarat soon.