Visit a region with real heart and soul to warm you up this Autumn. Indulge your senses in Mudgee with local wine, food, nature walks and trails, art, museums, events and welcoming locals.
Discover the historic gold rush town of Gulgong. With its narrow streets, remarkable 1870 style buildings and home to Australia’s most influential poet – Henry Lawson, Gulgong is sure to be a sensory delight. Visit the Pioneer Museum displaying an astonishing collection of sight and sound history, machinery and just about everything else. Come for an hour or spend the day.
Get outdoors in Kandos. From bushwalking, bird watching and a 1930’s built golf course, there is plenty of action in this small town beneath the mountains. Kandos’ Henbury golf course was designed by two famous gold architects in the 1930s and boasts a leisurely 18-hole course for the everyday golfer.
You can also marvel at the architecture from the art deco age before checking out a unique motorcycle museum.
Head back to the 19th century with a stop off in Rylstone. Known and cherished for its picturesque sandstone buildings, wide streets and many heritage listed structures including the police station, courthouse and the shire hall. This little gem is filled with boutique markets, arts, crafts and natural treasures – a true delight for every visitor. This little village is fast becoming known for wineries, world-renowned olive estates and gourmet foods. Rylstone is also the gateway to the World Heritage listed Wollemi National Park – pack a picnic and enjoy breathtaking views from Nullo Mountain.
If it is events you are looking for the Mudgee region delivers:
Mudfest – Short Film Festival Bunnamagoo Wines – March 15
Footcrush Festival – Robert Stein Wines – March 22
Local Long Lunch – St Mary’s Church – March 29
Bike Muster – Australian Rural Education Centre 18 – 21 April
Makers Market April 19 – St Mary’s Church Markets (Easter Markets)
Wings Wheels & Wine – Mudgee Airport April 27
Go Grazing – May – 10
Henry Lawson Festival Gulgong – June 6 – 8
Small Farm Field Days – Australian Rural Education Centre July 11 – 12
Mudgee Readers Festival – August 9 – 10
For more information visit us at;
Ph; 02 6372 1020
