Does my ticket include entry to the maze and gardens?

Yes—your ticket includes full access to Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens for the afternoon, including the hedge mazes, lavender gardens and family activities.

Is food included with the ticket?

No—food and drinks are available to purchase on site from La Brace Pizza, Kerri Greens Wines, St Ali Coffee and other vendors.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear sturdy sandals or trainers for gravel and lawn, bring a picnic rug or low chair, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.

Is the event weather dependent?

Events can be affected by severe weather—check the event page or your booking referral link for updates on cancellations or changes.

Is there parking at Ashcombe Maze?

Parking is available on site but can fill quickly for popular events—arrive early or consider carpooling.

Sunday Mid-Summer Sounds at Ashcombe Maze: Pizza, Wine & Live Music in Shoreham | Wine | Winery

Q: Are children welcome?

Yes—there are family-friendly activities such as the gnome & fairy hunt and lawn games; supervise children inside the maze.

On a sunlit Sunday at Ashcombe Maze in Shoreham, Victoria, summer slows to an easy rhythm: wood-fired pizza smoke drifts across 25 acres of gardens, a local guitarist threads through rays of light in the eucalypt, and the lavender stands thick and fragrant along paths. Sunday Mid-Summer Sounds gathers locals and visitors alike on the lawns of Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens for an afternoon of music, picnic culture, and old-fashioned garden play. Located on the Mornington Peninsula, Ashcombe Maze is known for Australia’s oldest and most famous hedge maze and a network of themed gardens that reward casual wandering. The scene centers on the South Maze and the lavender beds, where bees hum and visitors trade scoop lines for lavender ice cream and Jock’s classic cones. Food comes from La Brace’s wood-fired oven—Napolitana-style pizzas that pair naturally with Kerri Greens Wines and gin cocktails from herbit G!N. St Ali Coffee and other stall vendors keep the afternoon fueled. Lawn games, a gnome & fairy hunt for kids, and open lawns make this more than a concert: it’s a low-key summer festival spread across woodland and hedgerow. What makes this experience special is how it layers sensory detail into a walkable landscape. The hedge maze is a rare, cultivated form of landscape play; the lavender gardens are a living crop that changes with season; the cool-climate wines speak to local terroir on the Mornington Peninsula. For families and couples, it’s a stop that combines simple pleasures—craft food, music, and gardens—with the curiosity of a historic maze. Practical notes: your ticket includes full access to Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens for the afternoon; food and drinks are purchased on site. Bring a picnic rug or low chair, sunscreen and a relaxed summer attitude. Paths are mostly gravel and lawn; wear sturdy sandals or trainers. The event runs roughly five hours and suits casual walkers and families rather than long-distance hikers. Tickets grant access to multiple hedge mazes including the iconic South Maze, the lavender gardens, and family activities such as the gnome & fairy hunt and lawn games. The site’s mixture of cultivated hedging, native coastal eucalypts, and cultivated lavender creates a layered habitat where native bees and honeyeaters are common. Bring reusable water bottles, support on-site vendors, and leave no trace to keep the place thriving. Sunday Mid-Summer Sounds is a standout in the local recreation calendar because it folds local producers into landscape-based leisure: winemakers, wood-fired pizza, small-batch gin, and an historic maze all operating in one place. Whether you come for the music, the maze, or the lavender-scented air, the event offers an accessible way to experience the Mornington Peninsula’s garden culture without leaving the picnic blanket behind.

About Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Garden

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Garden in Shoreham, Victoria, is home to one of Australia’s most celebrated hedge mazes and a 25-acre ornamental garden. Established over forty years ago, the site features a sculpted labyrinth created from more than 1,000 cypress trees that stand over three metres high. Visitors come for the maze challenge, seasonal lavender displays, manicured lawns and garden walks that showcase both formal and cottage-style planting.

The business operates public general admission and accommodates group bookings, making the venue suitable for families, schools, corporate outings and special events. General admission gives guests access to the hedge maze and the wider garden landscape. Group bookings allow organised visits with flexible timing to suit larger parties.

Located in Shoreham, Victoria, the gardens provide a tranquil setting for photography, picnics and leisurely exploration. On-site facilities and signage help visitors navigate paths and discover key garden features. The attraction’s long history and maintained plantings reflect continuous care and horticultural attention.

Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Garden is featured by travel and outdoor guides, and listed among regional garden attractions. Safety-conscious pathways and clear visitor information support a pleasant experience. The venue’s combination of a historic hedge maze, extensive cypress plantings and lavender beds offers a distinctive garden day out in Shoreham, Victoria.

For planning purposes, visitors should check official sources for current opening hours, ticketing, accessibility information and seasonal events. Advance booking is recommended for larger groups. Reliable visitor guidance is available through the venue's published contact channels and tourism listings online directly.

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