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A magnificent farmers market of over 75 stalls set in the ambinece of the historic gold town of talbot -every third sunday from 9am to 1pm
Suggested by: Chris Meddows-Taylor

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  1. 77 Rosemary Holmes
    Jul 15th, 2008 at 6:34 pm

    The Talbot Market is famous for its produce because it is so fresh & often picked on the morning of the market . The standard is exceptional

  2. 76 Rosemary Holmes
    Jul 15th, 2008 at 6:16 pm

    The Talbot Farmer’s Market is held in a historic setting with an excellent standard of regional produce.
    Melbourne & Country visitors really appreciate this Market.
    Some many miles to attend

  3. 75 Edythe Anderson
    Jul 15th, 2008 at 6:11 pm

    Because of the excellent quality of the produce

  4. 74 Elizabeth Jones
    Jul 15th, 2008 at 4:47 pm

    Great for shopping for fresh produce.

  5. 73 maureen hancock
    Jul 9th, 2008 at 8:51 am

    The Talbot Farmers Market has a very special atmosphere that I don’t feel at other Farmers markets. The stores are of high standard and there is a diverse range of products available. From pigs, chickens to bric a brac .The food and wine tasting adds to the experience
    Talbot buildings are Australian Heritage back to the 1850’s.
    Talbot is a very small country town that exudes a very relaxing ambience

  6. 72 sarah hines
    Jul 8th, 2008 at 1:07 pm

    Living in the country, we are lucky to have regular farmers markets in almost every neighbouring town. However, it is Talbot that we look forward to every month and we have never been disappointed with the variety and quality of produce. There is always entertainment, a fantastic atmosphere for families and young love birds like ourselves who enjoy soaking up the community atmosphere whilst munching on yummy treats! A perfect day out!

  7. 71 Bronwyn
    Jun 29th, 2008 at 9:44 am

    i found this great little market to have anything and everything that a person could want. Lots of things to see. A small community pulling together to keep their name on the map!!!!

  8. 70 Kevin Koop
    Jun 16th, 2008 at 8:31 pm

    The Market provides a great insight to the local produce and farming capabilities of the surrounding district. It had a carnival atmosphere providing some entertainment for the public. I found it an enjoyable and worthy morning outing. I hope it can continue for the benefit of the Central Goldfields Shire.

  9. 69 john
    Jun 13th, 2008 at 6:33 pm

    This is a fantaastic and benificail market to the rural regions around Talbot. as i am currently a regular attender i find it fabulous to see how many people there are at the market enjoying themselves.

  10. 68 decima
    Jun 7th, 2008 at 3:01 am

    Have attended most since the inception.Always something to sample or buy..Great community support and friendly people.Also,the town-hall flea market is held same day,much diversity. Decima

  11. 67 Karen
    Jun 6th, 2008 at 3:11 pm

    It is not only a great market but the overall experience of the day is wonderful. Fine food, Music, wine, and plenty to take home - what more could you want from a day out.

  12. 66 Christine Byrnes
    Jun 4th, 2008 at 2:53 pm

    I have been all over Victoria staying at various locations for week-ends and always loved to go to the market days. Of all the markets Talbot market it is by far the best market in Victoria. The farmers side of the market takes in all sorts of wonderful delights including fresh baked breads, olive oils, goats cheeses, christmas puddings, chocolates, a variety of ethnic foods, and wine not to mention the reason you go to a Farmers Market, Vegetables!! Then there’s the Bric-a-Brac section, yet another experience. It’s just the best morning out!

  13. 65 Frances Triolo
    Jun 1st, 2008 at 10:44 am

    Talbot FARMERS market has all the ambience of a French Provincial market and is set in a beautiful and picturesque little town with a real community spirit. The vendors are mostly local and are very friendly and make you feel welcome in their little town. It is very accessible from Melbourne and other major cities in Victoria and is well worth the scenic drive to get there.

  14. 64 Carli
    May 28th, 2008 at 2:36 pm

    A fantastic market in a friendly, country environment with an excellent variety of produce. Well worth the drive.

  15. 63 Michelle
    May 28th, 2008 at 2:01 pm

    The Talbot Market is the best market in regional Victoria held on the third Sunday of the month. Every month we stock up on the great produce of the area and make a day of it by visiting the Quince Farm for lunch and Slightly Bent Books for something interesting to read. Highly recommend.

  16. 62 Julia
    May 22nd, 2008 at 11:58 am

    The best natural produce market around.
    A pleasant drive through the Goldfields area to get there.
    All the stall holders are friendly and knowlegeable.
    The buskers from Wesley (Clunes) are entertaining

  17. 61 Stephanie
    May 21st, 2008 at 11:56 am

    Even with the rain last sunday the market still had an amazing vibe, and although a few stall holders were missing it was great to see the return of the orange people opposite Big Fig Cafe. By the way was very sorry to see that Big Fig was closed lets hope it will only be for a short time as eating there was the highlight of the market. It was a great place to chill out and enjoy a great meal after the hustle bustle of the market. Their food was always fresh and delectable and the atmosphere and service was outstanding.

  18. 60 George
    May 21st, 2008 at 7:55 am

    Talbot Farmers Market on the 3rd Sunday of the month like a magnet attracts people from all the surrounding areas even as far as Melbourne to purchase quality produce that has been prepared and grown by the stall holders. Highly recommended for a day trip and a casual lunch amongst the ambiance of the market and live music.

  19. 59 Bronwyn
    May 20th, 2008 at 10:14 pm

    My father sells the hot sausages on the stall. It is like if you have not been yet, you are missing an experience of old and new. There is always something, an idea that you might need one day, it is there. The people are great and always have time to listen. Just go see Talbot for the old buildings and visit the market it is well worth the trip.

  20. 58 Wilhelm
    May 20th, 2008 at 8:37 pm

    I love the genuine items on offer, like the (live) ducks, piglets, geese etc.etc. and
    the local farm produce

  21. 57 Robyn Wagstaff
    May 20th, 2008 at 7:38 pm

    This market set in a very small gold town,with an unusual winding streetscape, is a fantastic FRESH market to shop in. With direct from the farmer produce,also organic direct from the farmer produce.
    One can find REAL fresh vegetables,fruit,herbs,honey, olive oil,bread and fantastic home made produce as well as smoked produce plus other produce and goods available on the day. With lots and lots of free parking in the streets,
    this is a MUST visit market., within a easy two hour drive of Melbourne.
    Come and visit the market and wander this quaint little town, and say “Hi “to the locals they are a friendly lot..

  22. 56 George
    May 20th, 2008 at 6:06 pm

    Talbot market has a great atmosphere and produce, but the thing that will take me back every time is the stall with the incredible passionfruit cream biscuits. More flavour than sucking an actual passionfruit!

  23. 55 Beverley
    May 20th, 2008 at 1:18 pm

    Talbot has become well known all over Victoria for the Market and what it has to offer to the Community, you could go many times and still see something new to taste, see or smell and ofcourse buy. Most recommended.

  24. 54 Kathy
    May 19th, 2008 at 6:02 pm

    Great place to visit on the third Sunday of the month! Talbot offers a relaxed open atmosphere with variety and quality organic/non-organic produce including fresh local vegetables, goats cheese, wine, herbal tea and much, much more!

  25. 53 Gareth
    May 19th, 2008 at 5:05 pm

    Surprised at the range of top quality produce and variety available. Saved more money in my purchases than the cost of travelling from Ballarat and had a good day out to boot. Lunch at the local pub should be a must but need to book to get a real country lunch.

  26. 52 Dee
    May 19th, 2008 at 3:47 pm

    Great market

  27. 51 Marie Kau
    May 19th, 2008 at 1:19 pm

    This is one of the top Regional Markets in Victoria, if not Australia. It’s set in a little country village within easy driving distance of Melbourne, Ballarat and Bendigo and not too far from Geelong. There is wonderful fresh produce, interesting stall and fine foods. The Town Hall Market swells out the Farmers’ Market so there is a wider range of goods for sale. Early birds pick up bargains and there are no parking problems.

  28. 50 R Latimer
    May 19th, 2008 at 12:19 pm

    The Talbot farmers Market was an exceptional experience - variety of stalls, wonderful produce, set in an historic township on the site of a street where there was a gold strike - not only htis buut there were and great cafes!

  29. 49 Davina Pickering
    May 19th, 2008 at 11:15 am

    Talbot Farmers market is a great day out for the whole family and that day extends out to a week as when you get home you then get to delight in sampling all the wonderful local produce and hand made goodies that you purchased.

  30. 48 Ralph Durr
    May 19th, 2008 at 11:00 am

    fantastic country market

  31. 47 Chris
    May 19th, 2008 at 9:03 am

    A market in a friendly relaxed country environment with a great variety of produce. The set up makes it a pleasant stroll through a few streets of Talbot. Well worth the drive of a Sunday to unwind from the city mayhem.

  32. 46 Lyn Boag
    May 18th, 2008 at 9:56 pm

    Something for everyone - set in a beautiful historic town with a real ‘home spun country atmosphere’. An exciting variety of produce and new things to discover at every turn - topped off by a sumptuous meal at the Quince Farm Cafe.

  33. 45 Joyce
    May 18th, 2008 at 9:27 pm

    This market is an absolute delight…great food, the aromas can drive you crazy. The fresh bread and pastries are to die for. Interesting gifts and friendly folk. Visit the market in the morning, select edibles and refreshments then head off to the Paddys Ranges National Park for an afternoon ramble. The before mentioned comments say it all. A truly wonderful sunday experience.

  34. 44 Tina
    May 18th, 2008 at 4:42 pm

    A really great market with passionate producers creating gourmet foods. I particularly love Old Style Organic’s Salami and their other organic pork products.

  35. 43 leanne
    May 18th, 2008 at 9:06 am

    It is the best market i have ever been to.

  36. 42 Doris Henderson
    May 17th, 2008 at 4:35 pm

    Delightful farmers market in charming town of Talbot.. Has a fun, festive feel with light hearted music, delicious foods to take home and consume there also beautiful book store to browse in!

  37. 41 Jenny L
    May 17th, 2008 at 11:30 am

    Take a lovely 2-hour drive to Talbot from the big smoke, breathe fresh air, visit the Talbot Farmer’s Market for fresh fruit & veg, wine, eggs, chooks, other local produce and friendly folk to have a laugh with. Always superb, always the best place to come to on the third Sunday of every month.

  38. 40 Paul
    May 17th, 2008 at 2:07 am

    A great event with something for everybody. A real, family-friendly farmer’s market.

  39. 39 Michael
    May 16th, 2008 at 9:28 pm

    A great market that has exceeded all past comments. It is good to be able to go again after working Sundays for so long.
    Always remember -
    IT NEVER RAINS IN TALBOT ON THE 3rd SUN OF THE MONTH

  40. 38 sonya
    May 16th, 2008 at 7:33 pm

    The best farmers market I’ve been to and I’ve been to a few.

  41. 37 Kelsey
    May 16th, 2008 at 6:32 pm

    Talbot farmers market has made Talbot come alive.
    Excelent Idea.

  42. 36 Fred
    May 16th, 2008 at 5:27 pm

    A vibrant, well organised market,where stall holders and enthusiastic visitors boost the local volunteer capacity to bring Talbot alive once more. A wonderful diversity of quality marketeers in a heritage streetscape.

  43. 35 Zara Barker
    May 16th, 2008 at 1:30 pm

    Talbot farmers market is a great place because its only a small town but attracts lots of people . . . XoXo it is a great place for bargins and its got freindly people working there . . . XoXo

  44. 34 Caitlin Doble
    May 16th, 2008 at 12:42 pm

    I’ve voted for this market as it has one of the friendliest atmospheres and darn good weather all year around, particularly over the winter months when you have this brilliant sunshine from early morning. The stalls are fabulous - really good quality and varied.
    A delightful market.

  45. 33 jen
    May 16th, 2008 at 12:27 pm

    I love Talbot Farmers Market, especially the citrus and dried fruit from Larry and Monica - just the freshest and the best. Can’t wait for this seasons mandarins! Well done to all stallholders and committee members. Cheers.

  46. 32 Alex and Sarah
    May 16th, 2008 at 12:10 pm

    Talbot Farmers Market is absolutely superb! The top quality green produce and other goodies such as the wonderful delights from the Anglian Ladies stall are just heavenly (pun intended)! For a fabulous day out take the lovely drive to Talbot and enjoy all that little Talbot has to offer including the wonderful locals who make this market and the area such a success. We will definitely be back again and again!

  47. 31 Amanda
    May 16th, 2008 at 11:40 am

    The best and biggest market around this area, and the best part is that it keeps on getting bigger and better. With plenty to offer everyone, you are sure to find a bargin or two, not to mention fresh fruit and vegies.

  48. 30 rolf schlagloth
    May 16th, 2008 at 10:41 am

    beautiful setting, quality food and wares at reasonable prices and lots of great attractions around the place

  49. 29 ralph durr
    May 16th, 2008 at 9:44 am

    A real country market in a real old goldfields town.
    You will be made very welcome by all.
    Visit me at the old railway station for a large range of drought and frost hardy plants and visit the free railway display.

  50. 28 cole
    May 16th, 2008 at 9:40 am

    A highlight of my calendar each month for the easy joyful atmosphere of a small town transformed into a celebration of living in provicial victoria.For the locals a chance to share and celebrate the beauty of the town and its people and for the visitor the opportunity to apreciate the richness and diversity of this wonderful part of victoria.

  51. 27 Stewart
    May 16th, 2008 at 12:29 am

    Talbot Farmers Market is one of the great successes of the past few years. It have enlivened and enriched our our town. It has in many ways been the most successful and sustaining tourist boosting and socially conecting day for this most charming township. A great deal is owed to the current management and volunteers for their unwaving dedication and vision. It must be remembered that when this market was only an idea, and then the desire to create it, a great deal is due to the foundation managment team, for their extordinary work and care in laying the groudwork for what has allowed this market to be the triumph it is. Talbot is a richer and more interesting and changed place for the better. May Talbot and it’s Farmers Market continue to have many years of enjoyment in this positve direction. The best township market, and food for the soul.

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  52. 26 Cheryl & Ben
    May 15th, 2008 at 11:55 pm

    While visiting Family in Bendigo (while on holidays from New Zealand) - on recommendations - we decided to visit the Talbot Farmers Market. On hearing about this promotion we thought that we just had to say how wonderful the Talbot Market is. We have been to many Markets and I recommend this particular one to anyone. Well done to everyone that is connected - from the friendly people who organise this market - to the delightful people that bring their offerings.
    On any future visits to Victoria - we will certainly be attending the Talbot Farmers Market.

  53. 25 Renee DeRobertis
    May 15th, 2008 at 10:46 pm

    The Talbot Farmers Market is the place to meet the growers and the artists that bake the bread, make the cheese, the olive oils and the boutique wines. You can purchase just about any food your heart desires. Plants, herbs, flowers, organic greens,chooks, and pigs, By far the best Farmers Market in Victoria with the friendliest vendors. An event to put on your calendar the 3rd Sunday of every month!

  54. 24 tony leersen
    May 15th, 2008 at 9:43 pm

    a pleasant family day out. great produce in the heart of victoria. great day out well worth a drive

  55. 23 trudie hann
    May 15th, 2008 at 9:37 pm

    its a fantastic market with a country feel but with top produce and a great feel to it, a perfect day out for the family and individuals. A drive is worthwhile!!!

  56. 22 Jayme
    May 15th, 2008 at 8:54 pm

    Its great. Well done Talbot.

  57. 21 Brian Cain
    May 15th, 2008 at 8:15 pm

    This market has had a wonderful committee behind it that has transformed a sleepy little hollow into a thriving market place on the third sunday each month

  58. 20 gerry seymour
    May 15th, 2008 at 5:09 pm

    good food,nicepeople

  59. 19 Robert Holmes
    May 15th, 2008 at 4:17 pm

    Great to have this market on my doorstep!
    Reccommend it to all folks, great day out for the family.

  60. 18 Caleb Cluff
    May 15th, 2008 at 4:03 pm

    A must do, just two hours from Melbourne. Real food, real produce.

  61. 17 Lesley
    May 15th, 2008 at 2:56 pm

    Congratulations to the Committe for the fine organisation of the Talbot Farmers Market. It is such a great day to see and buy all the new fresh products, and catch up with old friends, and make new ones.

  62. 16 Deborah
    May 15th, 2008 at 2:27 pm

    I can’t live without Nicolas Olives. Dito to all the comments before me. Can’t add much more other than go and check it out yourself. Seeing is believing.

  63. 15 jane beetham
    May 15th, 2008 at 2:26 pm

    As a stallholder , this market is a must do experience, with the huge range of goodies to eat with the emphasis on local and organic produce.The setting is perfect / atmosphere friendly.There is always some new interesting product to savour, and the organisers do a great job creating a festive atmosphere.It is by far the best market in Victoria.Do not miss it!

  64. 14 Adrian
    May 15th, 2008 at 12:56 pm

    What a great social outing. Friendly people, friendly town. The Committee at the Talbot Farmers Market need to be commended. They run such an enjoyable market. And the stallholders are so friendly and helpful. What a great way to meet the producers of such a wide variety of goods - from live animals like pigs and chooks, to plants, wines, vegies and cakes - and a lot more inbetween. And thanks to the ladies from the church - their cakes and preserves are the best!
    Thanks to the people of Talbot for sharing and show casing your wonderful attributes with us all.

  65. 13 Bridson Gruen
    May 15th, 2008 at 11:08 am

    Ambience of gold rush buildings on a sort of curved street and the food stallas have fresh food and good wine

  66. 12 Bonnie
    May 15th, 2008 at 10:10 am

    The Talbot Farmers’ Market is a great family day out. It offers beautiful fresh produce, homemade goodies and animals for the kiddies to see.
    Make sure you block out the third Sunday of each month it is a must!
    There is ample FREE parking and it is pram friendly.

  67. 11 ZOe
    May 14th, 2008 at 2:31 pm

    Wonderful return to ambient shopping - traffic free - offering of all sorts of produce to suit all budgets. Apart from the genuine quality of the township location, what ramps up the enjoyment of the experience is the integrity of the stallholders, whose enthusiasm and product knowledge adds intelligence to the excursion. There’s a lot more than just shopping at Talbot Farmers Market

  68. 10 Margarita
    May 14th, 2008 at 12:00 pm

    Thefarmers market has great produce, charming atmosphere and a lovely country feel. I love their soaps and sauces.

  69. 9 helen
    May 14th, 2008 at 11:53 am

    Our sleepy little Goldfields town is transformed with the monthly Sunday Farmers Market combining with the long standing Talbot Market. A great friendly atmosphere and a wide range of tempting produce is available Well done and thank you to all the hard working people who continue to combine their talents for this event!

  70. 8 Lynne
    May 14th, 2008 at 9:45 am

    As a stall holder since Talbot Market’s concept, this is a poem I wrote 4 years ago

    The van is packed and we’re ready to go
    In darkness, no birdsong, street lights down low
    The motor purrs as she’s kicked into gear
    We’re heading for Talbot, tiny town full of cheer.

    We’ve travelled in rain, in wind and in fog
    Seen shivering sheep wet cows and a dog
    Sun as its rising and peeping thru trees
    The call of the magpie and the humming of bees.

    And who’s there to greet us, as we arrive in the dawn
    Volunteers of the market, who are so warm
    Vans soon arrive and they’re blocking the street
    Hi, how are you, gidday old friends to meet

    Food fills the air and the hum of the crowd
    The chatter the laughter some right out loud
    The band sets up and strikes up a tune
    A few more hours we are here
    BUT we’ll back soon

    Its well worth the travel to see a market so well organised and so much fun!

  71. 7 Finics
    May 14th, 2008 at 9:05 am

    What a joy to stumble across such a hidden jem. We first experienced this outstanding farmers market two years ago when exploring the region after moving from Melb, from that point on it was a must do and soon we had friends from Melb begging in advance to stay at our house over the third weekend of each month so that they could also revel in the experience. Such a diverse mix of produce and so authentic.Where else can one experience locally produced fruit and veg but also meet theproducers of everything fom goats cheese, beer, olives,indigenous plants and most exciting the chook fanciers with their rare and wonderful fowl and John the pig man who has his beautifiul black pigglets.
    What tops it off for us and anyone we have introduced to the Talbot farmers market is its wonderful environment. Set through the centre of an otherwise sleepy town you soon discover that there is much more to Talbot than at first meets the eye.

  72. 6 Esther
    May 13th, 2008 at 4:39 pm

    Talbot Market is the best market in regional Victoria - easy to get to, easy to park, very friendly stallholders and volunteers. Only the freshest fruit and vegies and excellent preserves from the Anglican Ladies stall! Congratulations to the Market Committee on running such a successful event.

  73. 5 Rosie
    May 13th, 2008 at 4:36 pm

    Talbot Farmers Market is the best place to purchase fresh seasonal produce, local wine, hand-made soaps and preserves, livestock and grain. Family and dog friendly, quality produce and happy people.

  74. 4 Joy
    May 13th, 2008 at 12:53 pm

    What a wonderful market. The most lovely volunteers, and great stalls with everything that I needed. Not only did I get all my vetetables and lots of yummy treats and plants and the best price - but I was able to take my dog who is my bestest companion - and I was able to spoil her with well priced dog treats and we both also enjoyed the lovely ginger biscuits. Thanks Talbot people for such a wonderful day outing.

  75. 3 Lee
    May 9th, 2008 at 11:21 am

    Come and experience one of the best Regional Markets in Victoria. Talbot experiences an influx of 3,000+ people who come to purchase a wide variety of fresh produce and product. From seasonal vegetables and fruit, meats to local wines, pigs, chooks, grains, plants, lollies - the list goes on. With over 75 Stalls there is always something for everyone. Central to Victoria, Talbot is within easy reach from any location - it’s well worth the trip.

  76. 2 Leonie
    May 8th, 2008 at 8:58 pm

    Talbot Farmers Market is a wonderful, well organised market with an extensive range of primary produce and product available. Set along the streets of the historical township of Talbot with the heritage buildings as a unique backdrop. Friendly people, delectable foods and great atmosphere. Located in central Victoria, Talbot Farmers Market is the perfect day ’s outing.

  77. 1 max kau
    May 6th, 2008 at 4:28 pm

    The Talbot Farmers’ Market is one of the best regional markets in Victoria. It is held on the third Sunday of the month without fail. There is a wide range of stalls and fine foods and beautiful things. Has been well attended for 4 years and people come from all around the district and from Melbourne for fresh produce and yummy things to eat.