Ben Hall's Death Site
Historical Site Historic site of bushranger Ben Hall's killing
Historic site in New South Wales marking where bushranger Ben Hall was shot; visitors come for heritage interpretation, plaques and a direct link to Australia’s bushranger era.
How to Get to Ben Hall's Death Site #
The site is in the Forbes/Goobang area of central New South Wales. From the town of Forbes it is roughly a 20-40 minute drive into surrounding rural roads-local signage and small roadside markers indicate the location. A car is necessary; services in the immediate vicinity are limited. Combining the visit with the Forbes Historical Museum or the town’s heritage walk is recommended for context.
Tips for Visiting Ben Hall's Death Site #
- Visit early to see the landscape before the midday heat; this site is outdoors and largely unstaffed.
- Combine a visit with a trip to nearby Forbes (about 20-30 minutes' drive) to see local museums and contextual displays about bushrangers.
Best Time to Visit Ben Hall's Death Site #
Best visited in the cooler months (autumn to spring) when rural New South Wales is more comfortable for walking and exploration.
Weather & Climate near Ben Hall's Death Site #
Ben Hall's Death Site's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 4°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (533 mm/year).
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain.
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February
February is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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