Wow. Excellent. After 3 trips around OZ, we're usually "museum'd out" but this one was worth stopping for. We both spent ages in here over the museum's two floors. The staff were super friendly and will explain certain rooms plus anything else you ask. You do not have to be a train buff to enjoy this place. Interesting history of Werris Creek Station plus facts, photos, videos, memorabilia, artifacts, etc. from all over NSW and elsewhere to do with the bygone age of "real" train travel.

This is one of the best heritage museums we have ever visited & all the volunteers who showed us around this amazing place were very friendly & knowledgeable & certainly went the extra mile to make our experience so memorable. Special thanks to Gwen for our tour & also Barb from the Gunnedah Visitor Centre, who let the team know we were going to visit & we are very appreciative of the wonderful, warm welcome we received.

Even if you’re not into railway history, this museum gives you an idea of the growth of Werris Creek as a railway town which is part of the cultural history of the area. Given a guided tour by one of the staff there really opens up your appreciation of the exhibits, and for anyone interested in the operation of railways generally, will not go away disappointed after your hands on viewing of train timetable graphs, safe working equipment etc. Excellent and friendly staff are eager to show you around and this place is a must to view. Give yourself a good hour plus to fully appreciate the museum. And don’t forget to see the brilliant model railway depicting Werris Creek!

A wonderful museum dedicated to the Werris Creek Railway and the people that were involved throughout its history. A fantastic display of history, artefacts and memorabilia including a outstanding model train set upstairs. Run by amazing volunteers that are more than happy to help. Highly recommend visiting this museum. Includes a display upstairs of how Werris Creek was transformed into "Torrance" for an Angelina Jolie movie.

I missed seeing the museum as I was there on a day it was closed, but the Rail Monument and station are worth seeing in themselves. The sculptures and their stories are really interesting.

It's a beautiful museum in such a small town..I have been and seen the museum and the railway platform very carefully, as j spend one whole day and night in the railway...the museum is beautiful, not only that the people in the museum were so kind and lovely voluntaring for the museum...

We happened upon the museum accidenatally whilst passing though Werris Creek. We spent 2 hours thoroughly engrossed in the large array of railway memorabilia housed here. There is absolutely too much to take in during a single visit. This place is a credit to the community at Werris Creek in celebration of their rich railway heritage.

For a sunrise - A complete 360 view over Qurindi and close surrounds, with sounds of different bird life around us and seeing a mob of kangaroos, we felt the love from mother nature. *Dive carefully and watch for the Kangroos/Joey's. *There were no open toilets. *Site is on a power station.

I love this lookout and visit often, really awesome views, a good place for a weather pic! The road up is well maintained there is toilets and some basic tables and play equipment!, Well worth a visit!

Was great views. Worth the drive

A surprisingly pleasant lookout area with plenty of picnicking options. There are many tables, chairs and even BBQs available. The view is almost panoramic across the entire valley. This was a nice rest stop area on a long drive. Not sure how it got the name. Public bathroom is also available.

Beautiful spot. Great view

Lovely views over the town of Quirindi and surrounds. Great to stop for a picnic lunch.

Amazing lookout. Not expecting it to be so good. Would recommend it.

Awesome to see the vintage machinery still used and in fantastic working order. Staff were very helpful. Ticked off a bucket list item and it did not dissapoint. This is one place that I was happy to part with some hard earned cash at ....with hubby's blessing too...lol

A very informative tour by the owner who took us through the whole process from raw fleece to a ball of wool. He fielded some very curly questions so he clearly is totally hands on. Excellent retail shop with clothes, hats, sock and a huge range of wool.

Great active wool mill to visit. Nice to be able to see the process from fleece to wool balls and products. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Went on a Monday, sadly not much else open. Gold Mine museum closed as were all but one shop in Main Street. It takes an hour from Tamworth and roads were varied including many potholes, not much traffic on roads in and out.

Hidden treasure in a lovely town - so many things to take home - not to mention all the creative possibilities using local and carefully sourced wool and other fibres.

This was worth the visit. Very interesting to see how we get that ball of wool. The short video was informative and very educational. The gift shop had a wide variety of products, clothing and keepsake items to purchase. The town of Nundle was very pretty.

A great tour of the Nundle Woollen Mills. The tour was informative and captivating and we had a great tour guide. (Was the owner I think). He walked us through the entire process of creating the product starting from the raw wool and taking us all the way through to the finished goods. Much of the process is carried out by vintage machines. It was fascinating to see how these machines have been preserved and maintained to create high quality wool products. Great admission price & lovely products able to be purchased I would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone thinking of visiting the area. (And the staff are lovely).

What a beautiful shop. We had visited a few days ago. A lovely range of woollen products. Especially great they stock Australian made Ugg Boots. You can see the owners love their Mill and store. The informative video playing while you explore the shop was great. I was disappointed the lady behind the counter didn’t say hello or make any eye contact. It didn’t feel a very friendly or welcoming vibe so I feel like I struggled to buy something. Greeting customers and giving a smile always goes a long way.

Speedy delivery. The order was packed really well. Perhaps one day we will be able to visit your store. Thank you, Megan

Gem of a store brimming with very reasonably priced great quality housewares, gardening tools and more. I lost count of the number of the times I came across hard-to-find things, like properly absorbent reasonably priced cotton tea towels ($6 each), plastic and silicone-free kitchen utensils, an extensive range of Falconware enamelware, beautiful timber and natural bristle brushes... I could go on. From the rustic historic timber building, down to the handwritten tags, good old fashioned charm abounds!

God bless your struggle against the wind turbines. You have a lovely town, a beautiful business. I agree with you regarding the impact of countless wind turbines on your beautiful hillsides. Stand your ground. The climate change argument is all about business, not about the environment. You have to be mindful of your own business and well-being. We watched you on ABC's Indepth on YouTube here in Florida. We stand behind you, all the best!

Really nice and cute shop like in old age . The shopkeeper is really kind too .

Saved the trip to Nundle for my Nan and I! Lovely, friendly lady had a good chat with my Nan and answered all of our questions about their wares. I'm very keen to get online and order all the things we ended up having to leave behind. A hidden gem and well worth visiting!

Great general store full of treasures

Made an internet purchase. Site was easy to use and shopping cart all good. Exceptionally fast delivery. So pleased to see my order of odd shaped items expertly wrapped and packed with reused recyclable papers. Will happily buy again and hopefully one day can visit in person for the full immersion experience. The store looks amazing. Thank you!

Two day donation camp was very relaxing. Flushing toilets and hot showers on both days✅️✅️

Absolutely great spot, toilets, and kids play equipment, and memorial gardens to look and walk around, donation to camp the night.

Camped behind it with my Motorhome. Huge flat areas with shade for both caravans and Motorhomes. This is a donation camp with toilets and hot showers. Very quiet after 9pm with the highway very close. The toilets were clean. My Optus mobile and had average internet speeds.

Worth the visit. Area is beautifully done and well maintained. Says a lot about the community.

Camped nearby and had a nice time exploring the park. Lots of bird life around. One of the best tributes to the Fleets that came here . Interesting reading the signs . We have camped here twice and stopped here twice to have morning tea.

Lovely little spot, very quiet and peaceful. A nice place to stop, stretch your legs and take in a bit of history. Worth a visit if you’re passing through.

A very interesting stop on our way through the area. Also very clean bathrooms.

What a view, well worth visiting if you're in the area. Gravel road in, reasonably well maintained, nowhere to pass oncoming vehicles.

Breathtaking view of Nundle and surrounding areas. So worth the trek up the mountain.

Good lookout with an easy hike with an almost flat surface It's 40-45 minus from the car park Better to enjoy the sunrise

Good view. Walk to lookout big good for people with walking disabilities.

This has a great view but a 1 km drive on dirt to get there - and with many sections not wide enough to pass. Still worthwhile

Stunning view heading the gold hills! Nice spot for a picnic!

There were a few holes to watch out for but a normal 2WD can drive up the dirt road to reach this lookout without much trouble (in dry weather though). Roads from Nundle to Hanging Rock are bumpy but are being upgraded right now as of December 2021. Like someone else said, good view but Australia has plenty of these. Anyways, probably still worth a visit.

This is an amazing walk! Catering to different fitness / agility levels. You can take the red track through the eye of the needle ( medium difficulty ) or the yellow track to get to the lookout, which is impressive, overlooking the town of Murrurundi and with district views. Plentiful birdlife and abundant flora. Paradise Park also offers a large area perfect for picnics and with multiple bbq's

Walked the eye of the needle trail and up to the lookout. Steep and loose rocks on parts of the trail, steps cut into the rock in others. In the eye of the needle you need to navigate large step ups and exposed roots. You need to be confident on your feet and have good footwear that has grip for loose and rough surfaces. An ok level of fitness is enough if you take your time and are ok with some steep parts, the walk one way to the lookout is about 30mins. Its a fun walk as it a bit more challenging that a basic hike on a track. There warnings of snakes but we didn’t see any. Paradise park where you leave your car and start the track is lovely.

Real Paradise in Upper Hunter Region. It looks really amazing from lookout point.

An easy enough walk, good for the whole family. Only takes a few hours. Definitely requires good walking shoes though. The trail is good but very steep and slippery in places. Worth a look and there are camp and picnic facilities including tables and toilets. I did this while carrying a 2 month old baby in a sling carrier.

Pictures can’t justify the beauty of this place. Untouched hidden gem, this walking track is not on any map, not any sign posted (we have passed by Murrurundi for many times but didn’t even know about this place). Simply beautiful : nature, cave, rocks formations, and the sunset - Amazing! Highly recommended!

Entrance to the Eye of the Needle walk and lookout which provides a full view of the town of Murrurundi. Half an hour up steep and in parts narrow landscape but rewarding on top and 2 hours loop in total.

5 minute drive from centre of Murrurundi. Large grassed area with toilets and covered picnic tables. Is also the trailhead for the Eye of the Needle walk leading to a Lookout over the township. The walking track is in need of repair and challenging in sections but is useable with some care and degree of fitness. Would recommend carrying a coat on cool days as can be windy and cold on the top of this rocky outcrop. Lookout provides good overview of Murrurundi and neighbouring range.

OMG, SIX STARS! I was travelling through and, after a particularly trying 24 hours, needed some medicinal cheese. I had the three cheese platter and chose my cheese. Amazing! Lexie served me and was absolutely delightful. I really didn't need anything else but, after a tasting, managed to squeeze in some gelato. The coffee was lovely, too. They have excellent outdoor seating, which curves around the building, so you have the opportunity for a quiet spot on week days. They are also pet friendly. You could spend hours looking at the items for sale. I will definitely be back, and I'll be having the five cheese platter.

We stopped at the Cafe on our way to Newcastle and had some afternoon tea. The Cheese tasting plate with 5 different cheese , biscuits and dip was plenty and really yum. It was enough for 3 adults. Coffee was really nice and the shop/cafe is very well done with beautiful seating and lots of little gifts to purchase as well as a selection of yummy cakes.

We found the cheese tasting experience really great and picked 2 of our favs to take with us. The lady was knowledgeable and helpful, which was fantastic. We ordered a pizza to share, and rightly so, it was very cheesy!! The shop has wonderful treats available for purchase - both sweet and savory and non food gift items. We enjoyed our time here and highly recommend

This was the highlight of our winter day trip to Musswellbrook. We wandered in, obviously looking slightly lost, to be greeted by the lovely Lexie, who explained how it all worked, reserved a table for us for lunch, then organised a cheese tasting. While the cheeses were delicious, the best part was Lexie’s enthusiasm, knowledge and passion for the product. We left happily fed & with enough cheesy goodness for many enjoyable feasts. Thank you for making it so enjoyable!

Charming little Cafe. I had a cheese plate with my choice of 3 locally made cheeses. Beautifully presented and tasted lovely. The Cafe itself has wonderfully crafted furniture pieces and antique decor. A perfect little spot to stop on your travels and enjoy something different.

Great place to stop for lunch. All our meals were delicious and fresh. The lamb was perfectly cooked and melt in your mouth. The lady who served us mentioned it's a new seasonal menu so go and try it! We bought some fudge to take home and can also recommend. We hope to be back again soon.

This place is INCREDIBLE! 😍 Had the best beef salad of my life, delicious mud cake for dessert and brought home some fresh goodies for the family - some of the best cheese I have ever tried. This cafe is a MUST when in the area. Super efficient service and lovely staff as well 👏🏼

Enjoy a break. Stop here for a Devonshire Tea, check out the Art and wonder throughout the sculptures.

I was gifted 2 bottles of olive oil ( 1 x garlic 1 x chilli ) from Ford Muswellbrook when we picked up my husbands new car…. I have spent my entire life using woolies brand olive oil and will NEVER go back. I have just ordered my 2nd 2L bottle of olive oil and tried multiple smaller bottles of other flavours. Such brilliant quality and has changed my kitchen. Love a good local product!!!

Beautiful place! The staff is welcoming and they have a variety of lovely products. Pukara Estate is definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful products, all so flavourful! Staff were warm and friendly! So glad we stopped in!

Called in today could not fault it. The most welcoming friendly staff, clean facilities, had a picnic lunch relaxing in their outdoor area listening to the soft rustle of the leaves in the Olive trees. Purchased the most delicious variety of oils, dukka, mayonnaise, vinegar and skin care products.

We saw that this venue was highly recommended so called in whilst staying at Muswellbrook and were not disappointed. I am interested in various aspects of cultivation generally and found that most of my questions were answered informatively. The staff member who served us is a person who obviously had a passion and interest of her own for the products and so could speak from both personal experience and from the perspective of the production company as well. The shop has a wide variety of olive oils with a range of infusions, and most of these were richly flavoured whilst not overpowering the base olive product. Likewise, the vinegars were richly flavoured varying from fruity infusions to the more standard products one would expect to find. Other products such as farm-made Dukkahs were available and we were shown how to match the olive flavours to the particular Dukkahs. On the whole, this was a great educational as well as palate-pleasing experience. As someone else has mentioned, the prices were not cheap, but then neither was the quality!

I have visited Pukara Estate a few times now including their tasting room at Denman in the Hunter Valley and also at the various fine food shows. I must say their products always taste the same which is wonderful. Their cook book is full of ways to use their fresh extra virgin olive oil with fresh, clean food experience. 5 star!

Upon arrival was greeted by the most lovely lady who was very patient as we tried oils after oils and vinegar's after vinegar's. Bought 7 bottles and will be ordering more online as i could eat the caramelised vinegar all day!

Had a wonderful experience with the staff service, so very helpful and enjoyable to talk with. Sharna made us feel welcome. The wine and cheese board was delicious!!

Beautiful quiet winery. Amazing view and we could have stayed for hours. Served by Gretel who was personable and knowledgeable. Had a great chat from horse racing to nuclear power plants. Had the tasting and cheese platter. My personal favourite drop was the Winters Mist Merlot. $22 a bottle. Very reasonably priced.

We came across this winery unexpectedly during a road trip and were so impressed with the hospitality and service that we made sure to visit again on our way back home. We were thee wine novices that weren’t made to feel at all bad about our lack of wine knowledge and the wonderful hostess at the time patiently answered our questions and explained to us what we were tasting without making us feel inferior at all. As a result we all bought a couple of bottles of wine each and made sure to come back on our return trip to sample the cheese platter while sitting on their beautiful verandah enjoying the view over part of the vineyard. We will definitely visit again next time we are road tripping.

We were pleased to share this winery with our good friends. The wonderful Rivka effortlessly guided us through the tasting of these lovely wines, while we enjoyed a generous antipasto platter. We spent the afternoon appreciating the view along with the range of Two Rivers wines. Across our party we walked away with 2 dozen wines and great memories. We will be back again,

Lovely atmosphere, very friendly service, generous tastings, delicious wines, most enjoyable wine tasting experience I’ve had. Highly recommend. We will be back

Tried a few varietals at the Pyrmont festival, bought a bottle of the Verdelho Solera. The staff at the booth were so friendly. Will definitely visit the winery next time I'm up that way.

Beautiful spot to enjoy a wine and the Cheese Platter gets a mention in every review for a reason. Staff are super friendly and helpful. The wine is delicious and very reasonably priced.

Amazing place beautiful home and beautiful property. Owners are easy to deal with and extremely helpful. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need, and the house was clean beds comfortable. Would go back anytime.

Great place to spend relaxing time and recharging away from the city. You only need to bring food to cook as the kitchen has everything you need,plates cutlery and a great BBQ. The beds are comfortable and the showers are superb. A wonderful experience for me

Absolute luxury set in the beautiful Barrington countryside. Well looked after by our hosts, we had the whole house to ourselves to enjoy the gardens, pool and kangaroos. Will do it again for sure.

We had an extremely lovely stay at Camyr Allyn Homestead. The property is very well appointed, well-kept and in a gorgeous location. Our children had an amazing time and can't wait to go back!

A wonderful stay with friends and family in this magical location. The house is well appointed, the pool amazing and the property stunning. Hope to be back soon!

The most perfect way to unwind before heading back to work. Thank you to the Edmonds family for your warm hospitality. Cant wait to take my family back.

We absolutely loved this beautiful property and would love to visit again. The homestead is so charming and welcoming - it invites you to make special memories. We highly recommend the food and the hot spa! The kids loved every minute. Thank you

Amazing. So much to see. My family really enjoyed the experience here. Very nice staff with professional insights.

Very exciting to see the history of singleton,very lovely couple running the place.

A wonderful museum full of very interesting items, machinery and history. A must see when you're in town. Run by lovely volunteers. A true insight into the history of Singleton. Lovely place, highly recommended.

Loved it found some Bates family history on cricket by accident, very friendly and helpful staff do visit

Super helpful people who work/volunteer here. Quite passionate about what they do and the service they provide. Grateful for the information they persisted to look for and couldn't have been more of a help!

Anyone interested in Singleton and surrounding areas will love this place

Such a great historical place! Massive collection! Very friendly team. Good place to bring children. Wants to return sometime. Open daily except Mondays.

Quirky big thing. Lovely rose gardens. Parking is difficult but doable

Located in the quaint regional town of Singleton is the largest sundial in the southern hemisphere. A must for all looking to explore the charms of regional Australia.

Worth a visit. And it's accurate. Checked against iPhone clock. Most certainly a marvel of engineering science. Free to visit.

Awesome huge sundial. Needs parking so people can stop and get out of their car to have a proper look.

Kinda cool.... to be honest I didn't realise it was a giant sundial and I think I only pulled over to answer a call on my phone.

Architecturally pleasing, very large in diameter and height, not the typical form you would expect from a sundial.

Once the BIGGEST BIG Sundials in the world but now it is still the BIGGEST BIG Sundial in the southern hemisphere and it is accurate !! A lovely sculpture, plenty of parking.

Went in to stretch our legs during a long and rainy drive. The lady working here was fantastic, invited us to go into the free gallery then sent us of with some extra information, booklets and dinner recommendations.

Toilets. What else would you need after a few hours in the car. No need to spend up just have an empty and be on your way. I presume there's some interesting info in the visitor centre. Hopefully, we will one day have high tech cameras that can capture the beauty of the orange pigface. Isn't the human eye an incredible sensor? These orange pigface are not at the visitors centre. Anyhow you've had something to read whilst you have a dump.

Very helpful staff and plenty of information. I bought a lovely postcard :)

Lovely clean bathroom facilities and great coffee

Great spot for a coffee and meal when doin road trips

Nice modern space offering a small selection of local products including chocolates, mustards, honey etc as well as the usual guide books. The staff are very pleasant and there is a very nice art gallery as well.

Does well in the presentation competition. Adequate brochure rack with staff to assist. Much of display stock seemed, to me, out of place. Art Centre is interesting.

A lovely spot to settle in for a comprehensive tasting and cheese platter. The leather couches in front of the fire were perfect for our group, but a sunny day on the veranda would also have been fantastic. Professional, friendly, relaxed service, and great views over the vines.

We have just left the winery and just wanted to post how lovely the host was behind the bar. We forgot her name unfortunately but the charming beautiful Kiwi lady who spent some time with us was so charming explaining the 7 different tastings. We’d been to previous winery’s that morning but felt totally comfortable and relaxed in her company. My reviews are extremely genuine, honest and sincere. She was absolutely right when she said the Rose goes so well with a blue cheese. Thank you. Marco & Anni Redcliffe

An absolutely wonderful experience! We have visited an abundance of wineries in the past and this one is at the top of the list. The service and knowledge we received regarding all the wines that we tasted was truly amazing! We’ll be back. Thank you 🙏

We had a lovely tasting experience here. Beautiful cellar door in a picturesque location. We were made to feel very welcome with our three year old invited to play in the great treehouse. Wines and service were great too

Wonderful wine tasting experience with Alison. Tasty wines and super knowledgeable. A great experience.

Beautiful cellar door with a spring day wedding vibe. Friendly greeting and informative tasting - the fully experience. A winery with a point of difference, adopting Portuguese grapes and flavours into a Aussie setting. The sparkling shiraz is rave worthy, my new favourite. I also brought a tawny for my husband which he finished within the week - this must be the first port he’s finished and he’s asking for more! I look forward to returning.

What a fantastic little find, we went a little out of town away from the big commercial wineries and found this sweet little friendly winery and olive grove. The wines were lovely and all grown on site. They paired well with the olives and olive oil tasting. Our host Mitch was very accommodating and knowledgeable. The views were beautiful, through the vinyard to the mountains. Highly recommend.

An amazing house with lots of history. We spent over 2 hours here but definitely deserved a much longer stay. We only left because we had another commitment elsewhere. Definitely worth another visit when we are back in the area.

Friends wedding was held at tocal homestead what a perfect location, great food and service, we also stayed in the accommodation there called the barracks very old and quaint cottages, perfect 🇭🇲

As a wedding photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing moments in many beautiful locations — but Tocal Homestead truly stands out as something special. Steeped in rich heritage, this stunning venue offers an incredible blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The original 1845 homestead, designed by William Moir, and the iconic 1867 barn by Edmund Blacket, provide a timeless backdrop that elevates every frame. Every structure, tree, and pathway tells a story, making it an absolute dream for photographers. Despite its deep historical roots, Tocal Homestead is exceptionally well-maintained and equipped to handle modern weddings with ease. From the beautifully restored interiors to the spacious outdoor areas, it’s as functional as it is picturesque. The nearby Tocal College complex, also heritage-listed, adds even more depth and character to the surroundings. Whether you're after elegance, rustic charm, or something uniquely Australian, this place has it all. I highly recommend Tocal Homestead to any couple looking for a truly memorable venue — and to any photographer seeking a canvas rich with history and beauty. - Tumon AHSAN Photography

I had my wedding at Tocal Homestead in June. We were blessed with a beautiful day considering how much rain fell in the weeks before and after the wedding. The Wedding Co-ordinator, Aleisha, was a pleasure to work with and helped to manage multiple errors that arose from the alternate Wedding Co-ordinator company that we had hired. The food (inc. wedding cake) provided by Sprout Catering was top notch and received rave reviews from our guests. We had approx. 10 children in attendance and when Sprout realised that they did not have any stock of OJ, they swiftly resolved this by going out to get more. The location is beautiful and peaceful, providing stunning backdrops for our photos. I can only give 4 stars because I had a very specific idea in mind for my ceremony setup: I wanted the natural arch of the fig tree branches to frame my husband and I standing at the end of the aisle. The day before the wedding, I placed the plinths in the exact position to highlight this natural arch and the staff were to put the aisle runners down in front of them the next day. I also wanted the chairs in a curved sort of semi-circle to create a more intimate setting for the guests. Unfortunately both of these requests were not completed properly with the aisle runners placed on an angle in front of the plinths and the chairs on a slight angle rather than curved. I didn't notice on the day but since receiving our photos back it is obvious that the whole setup is on an angle with the natural arch behind us about 3m to the left. These errors have rendered all of our ceremony photos unusable. I feel bad complaining because the staff were absolutely wonderful, helpful and communicative. They were flexible and open to our ideas and willing to bring our vision to life. I definitely recommend having your wedding at this venue, however, if you have a specific idea in mind that maybe deviates from what they usually do, I suggest asking them to provide pictures beforehand so that changes can be made if it doesn't match what you are envisioning. Also, DO NOT book a wedding coordinator! This service is provided as part of Tocal Homestead's Wedding Packages. Thank you for a wonderful day Aleisha & Team! X

Attended my brother-in-law's wedding here. They had a small ceremony out the front of the homestead under one of the beautiful fig trees. They had photos taken straight after the wedding with family and friends. Great spot to mingle and we were also able to take a quick look through the homestead and grounds. The reception was held at the same location in the reception hall. A well set up timber building a short stroll from the homestead. As you can see this is a fantastic venue for a wedding. Beautiful setting not that far from Maitland or Paterson.

I've been lucky enough to have photographed a bunch of weddings at Tocal Homestead and I just love it. It is a really beautiful place, from the historic houses and structures, the giant fig trees to the epic farmland. It has everything you want in a Hunter Valley wedding venue. One of my favourite places and to shoot wedding at.

It was a lovely day, beautiful property and scenery, and was turned into perfection by sharing the experience with my beautiful lady so stunning. I can only look at her in small doses so as not to overwhelm my senses 🥰

We were staying in Broke for the weekend and really enjoyed Mount Broke for their amazing pizza's on Friday night. We liked it so much that we came back on Saturday lunch for their gourmet menu 😋! Also, the view on Yellowstone is breathtaking and their selection of wines from their vignyard is the cherry on the cake. Thank you again Stanislas (french chef) and Zoé for your kindness and professionalism.

Fantastic lunch, great outlook over the countryside, friendly staff. Food was excellent, well-presented and delicious.

My Wife and I called into Mount Broke on the way home from camping in Garland Valley for a late lunch, arriving just before 2pm. I approached a male staff member and said we were looking to have light lunch/afternoon tea. He mentioned that the kitchen was pretty busy and there would be a bit of a wait for food, not a problem for us as we were not in a rush. They looked like had a few large groups who had been seated earlier in the day and were towards the end of their service. We went and sat down and waited patiently for some service, it was about 15 minutes before the male staff member came back and brought us a bottle of water and said it was “busier than it looked” and he would be back shortly with some menus. We were a little surprised at the long wait for a bottle of water but once again not in a rush so shrugged it off, plus my partner and I have worked in service industries before so are pretty understanding. We then waited another 35 minutes before a female staff member approached and asked us if we were ready to order. I mentioned we hadn’t seen a menu yet, she got us some menus and said she would be back shortly. 10 minutes later she had still not returned and we decided to leave without ordering. In the time we had been sitting a large group had been seated (after we were) and served water, menus and cocktails. It was obvious that the venue was much more concerned with serving the larger group than us, the male staff member had a very strange attitude which we found unpleasant. We decided to drive over to Elliott’s at Oakvale which we would highly recommend, the staff there were fantastic and the food & drinks were excellent.

Came here on Easter weekend lunch. They moved the table for us to have it out, on the grass right next to the vineyards that was super nice and relaxing. Chilled vibes, good food and wine, impeccable service. Will be back.

Excellent! One of the gems of the Broke area! Wonderful service from very friendly French staff. Great menu with great variety, cheeseboard and rib eye were lovely. Beautiful food with a beautiful view to match. Recommend doing the wine tasting with your meal. The 2017 Shiraz and Verdhello are particularly good.

Absolutely delicious food!!! A small menu, but all the choice you need and perfectly executed! We were lucky enough to get a spot under the tree out in front overlooking the vineyard. The manager went out of his way to install a water spray to create a cooling mist. Love to go back next time we’re around 😊

Simply the best. Friendly french and Aussie run venue. Very picturesque location, nice vineyard and good food too. The garlic bread is a fantastic surprise.

Largest winery in Australia.. One of the best in the world with a variety of original locally grown finest wines .. From vineyards to production units to processing and bottling wines. Everything will demonstrated and of course with free wine testing facilities in a cosy friendly environment.. One can then buy as many.. There are multiple wine companies with good portfolio across the vast land of Hunter Valley gardens.. Comprising of multiple best quality gardens or more appropriately vineyards and wine tasting restaurants..n facilities.. People making and offering wine are highly experienced, friendly and always trying to explain and help choose the best quality and the type one is looking for.. Many souvenirs are also available.. It is a day long wonderful experience taking a few hours only

Located at 2090 Broke Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Australia 🇦🇺 I came to these gardens with my group of approximately 35 people, including people with walkers, to see the Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular. It was well worth the visit. I absolutely loved it. For the most part, it is accessible for people with mobility issues but there are steps situated around the displays meaning backtracking was required in some instances. Not many though. There’s a couple of toilet 🚻 facilities located at the entrance and about half way through. There’s food vans near the Ferris wheel but they were closed when we went (about 8.30pm) . The amount of work and preparation that had to go into the displays is astounding. So many figurines lighted up. I really enjoyed my visit and took so many photos so remember to bring your camera and make sure to charge your battery in phone because there’s plenty of photo opportunities. Night Entrance (best for this Spectacular to get the full effects fees are - Adults (16+ years) $40.00 Children 4-15 years) - $30.00 Families (2 Adults, 2 Children) - $122.00 There’s always plenty to see during the day also. I would definitely recommend coming here, at least once. A BIG Thumbs up! 👍👍👍

Beautiful well kept gardens of many themes. Well worth the admission price. Extremely picturesque. Great for photo shoots. Great for exploring and enjoying the views and beauty of curated nature.

The gardens were an absolute blast, with so much to explore. Walking through the various themed areas, I felt like I was in a fairytale. The lights display at night was a mesmerizing experience. I definitely took a lot of photos to remember this fantastic trip.

Good venue , about a 5 to 10min walk to where the car was parked because there was heaps of people there. I reckon about 40,000. The concert was really good. The best Act was Vica and Linda Bulla with the guy from hunters and collectors , they also had the church band , and another brother and sister Act , and the last Act was crowded house. Venue was good. We went to the mosh pit at the first band on which was great. We're really close to the stage and it wasn't too crowded but as the afternoon went on it got more and more crowded in the mosh bit and there was a bit more push and shove. Still a great day out and I would recommend it. Certainly if you want to watch some bands and have a good time. Five stars.

Attended my beautiful friends wedding here! What a gorgeous location for such an event! The gardens are truly breathtaking. So many colours, smells and vibes!

HVG is such a great spot to spend time - great cafe, beautiful setting and fun shops. The Christmas Lights spectacular is on again and its beautiful for 2025! Lights were gorgeous even at 6pm when we got there for younger kids (all the growth in the garden makes patches dark enough to see them). Well worth a day out.

We had an absolutely outstanding experience at Petersons House restaurant! From start to finish, everything was flawless. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a beautiful meal. The service was impeccable, and the food was simply exceptional. The lamb rack was to die for—perfectly cooked, tender, and bursting with flavour. Every dish we tried was beautifully presented and exceeded expectations. The whole dining experience was such a pleasure and the deconstructed lemon meringue was nothing short of sensational – the perfect finish to an amazing meal. Our grandchildren were also so well catered for and entertained with the activity book waiting for them at the table on arrival, which made the experience even more special. Petersons House is a true gem, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. We will definitely be returning!

Our experience at Restaurant Cuvée was delightful! Warm welcoming hosts and wonderful setting under the trees looking across the vines. We were treated to a yummy lunch of zucchini flowers, fresh sourdough, lamb rack and rocket salad. Indulgent and great food! Complimented with great bubbles and followed up with a shared dessert of pavlova and exquisite Davidson plum ice cream! Kim was our waiter and she was so lovely. The perfect combination of friendly conversation and professional service. Kim enhanced our experience and was so nice to both of us and our dog, Betty. Highly recommend a long lunch here !!!

We could not have imagined a more perfect wedding experience! From the very beginning, Lucy and Kal were absolutely incredible to work with—warm, professional, and so attentive to every detail. They went above and beyond to make the planning process seamless, always quick to respond and full of thoughtful suggestions that made the day truly ours. On our actual wedding day, the skies opened up and it poured rain. While many people might panic at the thought, Lucy and the team handled it with such calm and grace that we never once felt stressed. They immediately pivoted, adjusted the setup, and somehow made everything feel even more magical and intimate than we could have dreamed. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful and effortless the whole day felt. The venue itself is stunning—rolling vineyards, elegant spaces, and a romantic atmosphere that shines through no matter the weather. We are so grateful to have chosen this place for our wedding, and especially grateful for the entire Peterson’s team, who turned a rainy day into the most joyful, unforgettable celebration. If you’re looking for a venue that’s gorgeous in every season and a team that truly cares about making your wedding perfect, look no further. This was the best decision we made, and we’ll cherish the memories forever!

Had a large group for a birthday lunch, the venue were very attentive and accommodating with any requests. Had the group set menu choices, the food was very good and the service excellent, I had the beef which was delicious and perfectly cooked and I really enjoyed the sauce

Peterson House is an absolute dream to shoot! I love that I can get ceremony shots inside and then change up the lighting with the sandstone chapel outside all in one place. The lighting inside the chapel is pure magic! The team is always fantastic too. Here are a few photos from my last wedding there so you can see what I mean!

What a lovely experience. My Fiancée and I celebrated our 4year Anniversary with a sparkling wine tasting + wine & gelato pairing. Lincoln made our experience extra special and we truly appreciated how knowledgeable, kind and warm he was. Definitely suggest Lincoln at Peterson House and we would absolutely love to be back again 😊🦜🥂🍧💕.

Came in October over the long weekend and it was an absolute treat! Emma was absolutely phenomenal and recommended great wines! I will absolutely be coming back here again! Emma is an absolute gem!! You will definitely have an amazing time and great if you come. The sparkling Shiraz is a highlight along with the muscat.

Our experience at Audrey Wilkinson was truly one of a kind — from the rolling vineyards that stretched across the hills to the perfect blend of old-school charm and modern elegance inside the venue. The layout was beautifully thought out, with a welcoming bar area, carefully displayed merchandise, and a small museum that showcased fascinating old tools once used in the art of winemaking. Everywhere we looked, there was a sense of history and craftsmanship. The atmosphere inside seamlessly matched the breathtaking views outside — serene lakes, endless rows of vines, and distant mountain ranges that painted a picture-perfect backdrop. It was not just a tasting, but a journey through tradition, nature, and beauty.

Our experience at Audrey Wilkinson was absolutely delightful and one of a kind! The location is picturesque and peaceful, with stunning views of the vineyards. We enjoyed a beautiful picnic overlooking the vines with a bottle of Moscato — pure perfection! I’d definitely go back again and highly recommend it. It’s an amazing spot for any event or for capturing gorgeous photos.

The view at Audrey Wilkinson is absolutely stunning, with one of the best vineyard outlooks in the Hunter Valley. It’s the perfect spot to sit back, relax, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The wines are of good quality, especially the Semillon and Shiraz, which showcase the character of the region very well. However, the service was just average. While everything went smoothly, it lacked the warmth and attentiveness that would have made the experience truly exceptional. Overall, it’s still a great place to visit for the atmosphere and wine, but the service could be improved to match the high quality of the setting.

We had a wonderful wine tasting experience here. The staff were very friendly and welcoming—despite us arriving without a reservation, they kindly offered to seat us. The semillon was especially good, and the staff were extremely generous, offering us more than the standard tasting. We enjoyed it so much that we ended up purchasing a bottle to take home. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the area!

We had such a great experience at this winery yesterday ! Mya did our wine tasting and she was absolutely amazing — she explained everything perfectly and made it super interesting, even for us who aren’t really into wine. Thanks, we actually enjoyed every part of it. It was the perfect experience!

Absolutely beautiful place! Went with my husband on a group tour of Hunter valley in May 2025. Such a stunning location and loved trying different flavoured wines. I am not a big wine drinker but have a big appreciation for this winery. Lovely spot to visit with your partner, friends and family 😊.

It's a wonderful place to unwind and take in the surroundings. The scenery offers a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle. Sipping on a refreshing drink here would be the perfect way to end the day. The atmosphere is ideal for relaxation and enjoyable conversations. Visiting here is surely a great experience.

Just had lunch and a wine tasting with my girlfriend there. Lovely evening with great food and drinks. But most of all the service was the best out of all the wineries we visited in the hunter valley. We were served by Taylor all evening. She was very accommodating and very bubbly. We were both impressed by her service. Highly recommend anyone coming here if you stay in the hunter valley

Had a wonderful lunch at Harkham Wines Restaurant – absolutely divine! We enjoyed the tacos and salt & pepper squid, and every bite was packed with flavour. Tried the Hark Angel Shiraz from their natural wine selection and it was just lovely. The service was outstanding – warm smiles, friendly and informative staff who really looked after us. This place is definitely on our must-visit-again list!

Came for dinner on our first night in the Hunter, and this was the perfect welcome. Excellent food that seemed to be designed around the wines so the pairings were excellent. We loved it so much we came back the next day for the tasting and were lucky enough to be guided though it with Richie, the winemaker. Would recommend Harkham for food and wine!

Satisfied group of five! We were looking for a relaxed atmosphere with wine tasting and a bite to eat. We were greeted with warmness, and nothing was a bother. We tasted numerous wines and enjoyed amazing food (prawns, lamb, chicken, aranchini...the lust goes on). Beautiful atmosphere, even better chocolate liqueur! Very happy. Thank you ❤️

We love Taylor!! Went here for some small bites and a chilled evening wine, came out after a 12 wine tasting experience, stomachs full from great quality eats (thanks Rob!) and amazing service from Taylor, she had great knowledge and a bubbly infectious personality that made our experience so memorable and enjoyable! Lucky to be served by her! Can’t wait to come back :)

Absolutely beautiful experience! Harkham in the Hunter Valley is such a charming and peaceful place. The wine is exceptional — especially the natural wines, full of character and flavour. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and make you feel right at home. The atmosphere is relaxed with stunning views and a real personal touch that makes the visit unforgettable. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Hunter Valley — a true gem! 🍷✨

The food was great, but the manager was extremely arrogant and condescending. Coming from a hospitality background myself, I was genuinely shocked by his attitude and lack of customer service. From the moment we walked in, he made offhand comments about how “people in the Hunter need to calm down,” which immediately set the tone. They had run out of several menu items, and when we ordered Tommy’s margaritas, they arrived overly smoked with mezcal, watery, and without salt. When we mentioned this, the manager refused to remake them in the traditional style and responded with passive-aggressive comments about how he “knew best.” Throughout our meal, tables around us remained cluttered with empty plates, and the music, loud metal, felt completely out of place for the setting. Overall it was a disappointing experience, despite the food being great and our waitress doing her best.

The Vineyard was very pretty and the guide was very very informative. I have taken tours of many Vineyards and wineries around the world, and this guide really knew her enology and viticulture. It would’ve been a wonderful tour and tasting, except for the fact that at the end she was making fun of one of the wines that we actually wanted to bring home. Which made things a little awkward. It was one of the sweet wines, and I usually love a big red Cabernet, and lived near the California wine region for many years, and was accustomed to California wines, but have grown a fondness for other regional wines, including Australia, and was really enjoying some of their Pinots, but also some of the sweeter wines which are really not offered much in California vineyards. And so we were looking forward to bringing some of the sweeter wines back, and it was really offputting that the guide was sort of making fun of them, because then we felt really odd buying them. Spoiler alert: we bought them anyway! But she made us feel like a little bit of a dummy that we wanted to buy them. I know that a more sophisticated palate would’ve bought some of the other wines, but that’s not what we wanted.

Always a pleasure to visit this boutique winery. Even the local Roos came out to say hi and lounge in the sun amongst the vines. Excellent wines, friendly and knowledgeable team…. Always welcoming to me and my furry companion Thanks guys, looking forward to catching up again soon

I visited the Hunter Valley for the first time recently and did a wine tasting at Ernest Hill Wines with the lovely Lesley. The wine was incredible (I am so disappointed I didn't grab more to bring back to Adelaide 😔) and Lesley was so incredibly friendly, welcoming, passionate and knowledgeable! If I could give this experience more than 5 stars I would! Thank you so much Lesley for making my visit to Ernest Hill so memorable 🥂🍇🥰

We had a great wine tasting with Leslie in the Hunter Valley. She was friendly, easy to chat with, and really knew her stuff without making it feel formal or rushed. Leslie explained each wine clearly and made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable. You could tell she genuinely enjoys what she does. Would definitely recommend booking a tasting with her if you’re in the area.

We loved hearing about the family history behind the wine names — such a personal touch. The kangaroos were fascinating to see, and it was interesting to learn how they pose unique challenges for winemaking (definitely not something we deal with in the States!). The winery has a calm, homey, and welcoming vibe that made the visit especially enjoyable. While the dessert wines stood out to us, it was really the overall atmosphere that made this experience so memorable.

Not a wine fan, on my first wine tour! The guys at Ernest Hill were very welcoming and happy to answer a load of questions. The wines on offer we really nice, and each served woth some more education about wine tasting. Would happily go back to sample more and hopefully buy a bottle or two.

Had an incredible wine tasting today with Leslie! A beautiful small winery with an air conditioned option for tastings. Leslie was so funny, kind and knowledgeable. Would recommend this to anyone coming to the Hunter for a tasting :)

It's definitely desired to stop here. And take a look into the zoo is much more than I expected. Before before I think it's maybe just a small zoom with little animals. But in reality, they are quite a variety of animals, and also, you can see the white kangaroo. Here, you also can feed the kangaroo and other animals. It's quite interesting no matter how old you are.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place — I’d never heard of it before, but it turned out to be a beautiful spot! The animals look well cared for and generally very happy. I was amazed to see they even have lions and my favourite, the giraffes! A few animals did look a bit restless, but overall it’s a lovely park to visit with the family and definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area.

I was genuinely surprised to find such a sizeable wildlife park in Hunter Valley. At first, I thought it would just be a small place with a few animals, but it turned out to have some large predators as well as many unique Australian animals. You can also enjoy close encounters with kangaroos, which was a great experience. If you’re visiting Hunter Valley, I think spending half a day here is definitely worthwhile.

Amazing zoo, you are able to get up close to most of the animals and see some really unique animals and immersive experience. Most people dont know about this zoo but it's great. Only thing I would change would be the giraffe enclosure your down hill from them so unless they are right in front of you it make it hard to get as good a look as your able to with the other animals they have but you still get good views.

What a great zoo with an extensive variety of animals, not alot or of shade available during a hot or rainy day; prepare yourself on those days. Very busy on weekends and during school holidays, also attracts some derelict people which can add to your entertainment. Clean BBQ’s available for you to utilise at lunch time if you bring your own lunch.

Very family friendly! Kids can interact with kangaroo, goats, Bambi. Even some chicken cage free. Memorable experience, make sure to buy their merchandise when you came to support this lovely zoo 🍻

So worth the drive, the parking is fine even when busy, admission prices are great value for money, the venues staff can’t help you enough and have amazing customer service, but the range of beautiful animals and birds exotic animals is so wonderful, it’s such an amazing and beautiful place to visit you can see all of the displays so well, the coffee is nice too. Highly recommended a trip to the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park, it’s and easy walk around, facilities are clean and Cessnock is only down the road if you want to stay overnight, for me was a 2 hour easy drive from Sydney’s Hills area

Amazing drive if you have time to take your time. Stop at Bambinos Cafe

A driver's drive, beautiful road, and best to have both hands on the steering...for the majority of the drive😉. Wolombi is a beautiful, quaint little village, unspoilt and extremely friendly people. Awesome general store, church, great museum, wonderful art gallery showcasing original work with a rich aboriginal history - stop by and say hello to Lynn, lovely lady with a genuine passion for the arts. You'll find her sat in the gallery working on beautiful painting! Awesome place to spend a weekend or an ideal stop before delving into wine country!

It was awesome... We have been traveling to hunter valley from last 5 years but never took this route... We loved it... No traffic.... Just that you will have to be aware as there are lot of biked in this route.. So be careful while driving.... It's a very scenic route and you will come across lot of small beautiful towns and Cafe..

I wonder what the hype is all about for this drive. It's just another quiet country road. Nothing (except the tavern) was open at 4 pm by the time we arrived at Wollombi. We went in search of a cup of coffee but couldn't find any. Really, it's nothing to shout about, so don't raise your expectations too high from all the 5* reviews.

Heritage town with unique boutique shops. The area has plenty of places to pull over and stretch the legs. Toilet facilities are located in the park with soap and paper towel.

Tourist Drive 33, Sydney to Hunter Valley Great alternative to driving up the highway is to take Tourist Drive 33 through some really nice farmland and towns. There are a few places to stop such as Thompsons Bridge, Trading Post (for coffee or a drink in the rustic terrace, then just walk around), then there is the town of Wollombi, where you have a variety of cafes, a pub (where they were playing 2-up on Anzac Day), and restaurants including Myrtle & Stone which has a good selection of meals and great service, with 2 wrap around balconies and garden terrace out back. #TouristDrive33 #MyrtleandStone

Nice scenic drive through old country, very interesting terrain enjoy the twisting roads and occasionally fresh farm produce shops dotted along the route

We visited the winery 4 years ago and had a great time. Lovely location and intimate setting. We opened a sémillon bottle tonight and it was even more delicious than when we first had it. We definitely should come back!

Beautiful outdoors, fantastic countryside views from wherever you look. Very excited to find the square Wombat poo too! We loved having Cooper coming to visit even though he jumped on our bed with filthy paws 🐾 The cabin was pretty well equipped, needed a good clean, I am allergic to dust and needed my puffer a lot. Sadly the bath is unusable, very dirty and peeling. Shower is great though. Plenty of clean towels. Hard to use the loo as it is made for men of 6'5" plus tall, but that is all part of the fun and we had a little step in the boot of our car, luckily 😉. Peter and Jane are really lovely, helpful hosts and very knowledgeable about everything you want to know. We very much enjoyed their cellar door too. I would suggest to bring your own pillows. Maybe I am too fussy, was expecting a little more from a 4 to 5 star place. Still, you should stay for the beautiful surroundings and it is fantastic for dog owners. (As long as they have good recall) It really would be fantastic if there were sunloungers or hammocks to take advantage of being outside of this delightful cabin.

Highly recommend a visit for a unique Hunter Valley experience. We enjoyed a special stay at the Settlers Cottage and a beautiful wine tasting. Thank you Peter, Jane and Cooper!

Came here to do a wine tasting with my friends while we were camping close by. Highly recommend! Love how intimate the session were, we got to hear lots about their wines and stories about their winery. Their adorable pup Cooper also joined us, was definitely one of my best wine tasting experiences.

Peter and Jane have such warm hearts and are extremely kind natured. They are tentative with their service, generous with their tastings and their wines are simply divine. This was our second visit and we will most certainly be back! Thank your for making our engagement so special🤍

Not like other wineries, in a good way! Such a uniquely intimate and personalised experience, the couple here are so friendly and let you really embrace their lovely property. The wines are all as natural as can be and you can taste the difference. Would recommend!!

Peter couldn't have been nicer. I was held up and my wife and him spoke for ages before I arrived. Loved the wines, the scenery and the company. We even had some kangaroos chilling by the Vines. Would recommend stopping off and visiting well worth the trip!