SOVEREIGN Hill is reopening its doors yet again, and this time it's hoped it will be for good as COVID-19 restrictions ease across the state.
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Ballarat's famed outdoor museum will throw open its door for four days over Melbourne Cup weekend, from Satrurday October 31 to Tuesday November 3. It will then revert to weekend trade only from November 7, with a full opening to be announced at a later date.
As was the case last time the attraction opened after a forced shutdown, a number of the most famous attractions such as the mine tour and the gold pouring exhibit will not be able to open at this time, meaning overall ticket prices will once again be reduced.
Much loved activities such as the troopers and red coats, panning for gold in the diggings, and coach rides, will all be available while the streets will be brought to life with characters in costume.
Chief executive officer of Sovereign Hill Museums Association Sara Quon said the timing was right for the community to slowly emerge from the challenging year.
"Resetting our price to be lower is an important part of being there with our community for the phase ahead," Ms Quon said.
"We are opening with new ticket pricing in place and have over 30,000 square metres of open-air space and strict capacity limits each day, we had great visitor feedback during our last reopening about how safe people felt.
"After such a turbulent and difficult year, we are excited to welcome visitors back. We know that people want to reconnect with families, friends and loved ones and we are confident Sovereign Hill is a safe and wonderful place to do that."
Adult tickets will be available for $39, children's tickets are $20 and a family of four, five or six is $99. Tickets must be pre-purchased online and will go on sale from 12pm Wednesday October 14.
Tickets will initially be limited to 20 per cent of standard attendance (1000 visitors per day). All on-site payments will be conducted via contactless bank card, sanitisation stations and clear social distancing signage will be active throughout the site.
Volunteers and visitors will be asked COVID-19 screening questions ahead of entry In line with Victorian guidelines.
For full details go to https://sovereignhill.com.au/
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