Twilight Picnics on the Lawn

Twilight Picnics on the Lawn
Thursdays 21 January, 4 & 11 February

$10

Rippon Lea Estate

192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick VIC 3185

Dine among the beautiful gardens and shady trees at Rippon Lea Estate with delicious takeaway from our local, Rippon Lea Village, food vendors.

Pick up your favourite takeaway from one of Rippon Lea Village’s local food favourites, then bring it into the estate to enjoy among the gardens and shady trees. From classic fish and chips and burgers to souvlaki, noodles and dumplings, there are plenty of options nearby to create your perfect picnic.

Bring a picnic rug, choose your dinner and settle in for a relaxed evening surrounded by the historic gardens of Rippon Lea.

Rippon Lea Recommended:

  • Rippon Lea Fish Supply, open until 7pm.
    • Opened in 1972, selling a broad menu from grilled and fried fish to souvlakis and burgers. Call 9528 5625 to order and pick up from 49 Glen Eira Road.
  • Noodle Yum Yum Rippon Lea, closes at 9.30pm.

Make your evening even better - book a croquet set and try your hand at the classic lawn game and enjoy some fresh lemonade on the lawns.

Additional Booking Information

Thursday January 21, 2027
Thursday February 4, 2027
Thursday February 11, 2027

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Session Times

6:00pm – 7:30pm

Tickets & Prices

entry per person: $10

Glen Eira residents and NTV Members: Free

Plan your visit

Rippon Lea Estate

Address:
192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick VIC 3185

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