Historic Wollombi
Wollombi Valley Wollombi Valley is an oasis of peace and tranquility just an hour and a half north of Sydney. It lies between the Watagan Forests and Yengo National Park, part of the Greater Blue 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
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Mountains World Heritage Area. Host to several boutique vineyards, It is the gateway to the Hunter wine area. Wollombi is a place where you can step back in time whilst being pampered in top class accommodation or camp in the wilderness. To get to Wollombi follow in the footsteps of the convicts up the winding Great North Road through a sandstone and well timbered landscape. Take a moment to marvel at the convicts’ work as you enjoy views across farmlands reminiscent of times past. Whether you take a picnic lunch, dine at a high-class restaurant, experience a local pub or explore the Aboriginal heritage there will be something for you in Wollombi. Historically Wollombi has always been an important centre for travellers along the Great North Road. Today it retains its fine architectural
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heritage bolstered by cafes, wineries and comfortable guesthouses. Nearby are national parks with great bushwalking trails and lookouts and ancient Aboriginal rock carvings. For more information visit the menu of the following websites: www.wollombi.com.au www.convicttrail.org
What to See & Do ■ Come wine tasting in the Wollombi Valley region - famous for its Semillon, Shiraz and Chardonnay wines. ■ Explore the history of Wollombi by following the town’s walking trail with many pre-1860s buildings including the Endeavour Museum. ■ See the Wollombi Valley Artists exhibitions at the Wollombi Cultural Centre or for theatrical productions at Laguna Hall.
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St Michael’s, the ideal venue for a romantic country wedding.
Wollombi Road, Wollombi NSW 2325 Phone: 02 4998 3254 www.wollombi.nsw.au/show/ st-michaels