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The Hunter Valley is one of Australia's famous regions and renowned for its red and white wine varieties. More than 2.5 million people make the journey each year to visit places like the Pokolbin and its vineyards, restaurants, shops, golf courses and guesthouses. The Hunter Valley's main attraction may be the wine, but it isn't the only thing there is to do across the many towns that form the valley. Beautiful art galleries, incredible gardens, bicycle tours & hot air ballooning are just some of the many things to see and do.
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Activity Info:
Without doubt, the Pokolbin is the most popular area in the Hunter Valley. Vineyards range from small, family owned boutique wineries to huge dynasties and organisations. Aware of their appeal to tourists, these vineyards offer packages and services to cater for anyone seeking a country alternative, function location, as a well needed break .
As well as visiting the tourist locations, take the time to see the countryside and experience the culture of the many country communities, every town is a little different and will offer something new.
Hunter Valley Events and Festivals
Do a Concert Under The Stars. Many international acts are now appearing in organic concerts held in the Hunter Valley vineyards. Imagine sitting under the evening sky with a glass of wine and watching the likes of Elton John, KD Lang, Rod Stewart or Matchbox 20 perform and talk candidly about their songs, their life and their friends.
Hungerford Hill Starlight Cinema is a real favourite held at the stunning winery grounds. Relax with a wine, fine food and recent movies in a natural amphitheatre setting. There are film choices for everyone and an atmosphere no movie theatre can match.
The Bimbadeen Blues Festival. Sit back and enjoy a day of fine wine, food and entertainment at Bimbadeen Estate. The blues festival is growing every year and some great local acts entertain the friendly crowds.
Hunter Valley Gardens in the Pokolbin has regular festivals and events for all the family at their incredible location. There are 60 acres of internationally themed gardens to explore and experience. The gardens are meticulously maintained and a real feast for the senses. There's also a small shopping village close by, so you can have lunch or just a coffee break before you go back to see more.
Hunter Valley Wine Tours are a perfect way to experience a huge variety of vineyards and the services they offer. Sample wine, perhaps even plant your own grape vine. Some include the ultimate experience, a balloon ride over the vineyards at sunrise.
The Scone Horse Festival is celebrated during May and includes wine tours, Open Days across Horse Studs, The Scone Rodeo, The Scone School Horse Sports competition, the Black Tie Ball and a three day horse racing carnival featuring the Scone Cup.
There's also the famous Scone Bachelor and Spinsters Ball held in a paddock just outside of Scone.
Hunter Valley Steamfest is held during April in Maitland and celebrates the history of steam power. During this time regular excursions are available to various Hunter Valley Towns aboard steam trains and vintage diesel trains.
Hunter Valley Restaurants - Places To Eat
Harrigans in the Pokolbin is an Irish pub experience. With a great restaurant at one side of the pub, and a quality bar with all the trimmings at the other, you'll find a real experience to remember at a reasonable price. Expect to pay $20 - $30 for a mains at Harrigans.
Il Cacciatore at the Hermitage Lodge is a quality Italian restaurant in the Pokolbin and the winner of many awards. Expect prices between $20 and $30 for main courses and soak up the scenery as you eat.
Roberts Restaurant serves European and French food and is renowned throughout the Hunter Valley. Main courses are usually between $30 - $40.
Weather Info:
When to Go
The Hunter Valley can be very hot during Australia's summer months of December through February. Spring months of September- November are a perfect time to visit for a pleasant all-round experience and a climate like that experienced on Queensland's Gold Coast.
The winter months of June -August can get to very cold temperatures of below zero and even through Spring and Autumn you will experience cold temperatures, especially overnight, so pack warm pyjamas.
February is vintage season and one of the best times to visit. You can tour the wineries, partake in wine tasting from the tank and sample a few of the other products like the cheeses. It's a great opportunity to see how the wine is produced.
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Brief Description:
Hunter Valley
Travel Info:
The Hunter Valley region is approximately 120 km to 310 km north of Sydney. Parts of the Hunter Valley are accessible via train and the closest major airport is Newcastle.
Tour groups to the area are common and coaches from Sydney are a comfortable way to experience the valley. However, if you feel like some freedom, why not hire a car and drive the area, the roads aren't busy and are easy to navigate with a local area map or GPS.
Newcastle airport offers direct access to visitors from Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Coolangatta on the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour, Sydney, Norfolk Island, Port Macquarie and Tamworth. Virgin Airlines, Jetstar, Quantas and Tiger Airways, Brindabella Airlines and Aeropelican all serve Newcastle Airport.
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