The Melbourne Hunt was established in 1853 by George
Watson MFH. The Melbourne Hunt was established in 1853 by George Watson using
hounds imported from Country Carlow in Ireland. The kennels were first situated
at Kirk’s Bazaar in what is now Melbourne CBD and they have had many
relocations, gradually moving further and further away from the original site in
Victoria’s capital city, Melbourne, as its surrounding suburbs become more and
more residential. Today the hounds are kennelled in Melbourne's outer South
Eastern suburbs and we have access to some of the finest properties in South and
East Gippsland as well as the Western District. We welcome new members and
supporters to the club. Many of the Melbourne Hunt Club Members who attended our
last Annual general Meeting at our clubrooms at the Kennels, pictured standing
in front of two Liveried Frock coats one donated by Rob Coventry that belonged
to and was worn by his father for many years the other donated by Jane Addicott
and Margaret Grice it was worn along with the accompanying breeches by her uncle
in the 1870s. Many thanks to Rob and Margaret for these wonderful donations to
the club. Not only do these coats enhance the ambience of our clubroom
with hunting memorabilia, but they remind us of the rich fabric of our many
years of Melbourne Hunt Club history.
Contacts
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Hunter Training Day
Season 2011
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