"2475 Allyn River Road "
"Wollombi Town"
Wollombi is charming historic rural village which, because of its proximity to Sydney and the attractiveness of the winding roads from Cessnock, Sydney and Windsor, has become a hugely popular weekend daytripper getaway destination. Nestled into a valley and surrounded by hills, it is seductively pretty with two sandstone churches, a sandstone school and Court House. It wears its history effortlessly and appeals to people who want a good meal, a mooch around an historic village and a relaxing day far away from the suburbia of Sydney and Newcastle. The village developed at a major junction in the Great North Road from Sydney which forked with one road heading north-east to Maitland and the other heading north through Broke to Singleton. The road was built by 3000 convicts between 1826 and 1834 and remnants of their labours - stone culverts, bridges and retaining walls - can still be seen on the winding road between Wollombi and Wisemans Ferry. The village has been revitalised in recent years by the tourist trade. Several shops now sell gifts, clothing and bric-a-brac. It has become a desirable place to live for commuters and weekenders. There are still some small subsistence farms and some grazing in the district.
Village of Wollombi Historic Walk have a total of 16 places of interest around the village. It is an easy walk which takes around an hour.
"Stonehurst Cedar Creek "
Visit our sandstone cellar and sample our award winning wines. Produced entirely from our hand-picked grapes, grown on high trellis to capture sunlight and air-flow, the wines exhibit rich fruit flavour and long depth of palate. We welcome you to our cellar door!
Opening Hours: Open daily from 10am to 5pm.
"Hunter Valley Cheese Company "
Hunter Valley Cheese Factory The Hunter Valley Cheese Factory is a purpose built operating cheese factory, maturation & tasting rooms. Hunter Valley cheese sampling guided by trained Cheese Specialists is available all day from 9am to 5.30pm. Handmade cow and goat milk cheese produced & available onsite include fromage blanc, feta, brie, washed rind, natural rind, cheddar, tommes and blue vein. Once you have tasted the artisan handmade cheese why not learn a little about the cheesemaking process by attending the complimentary Cheesemaking Tutorial (in front of the factory viewing windows). Held twice daily at 11am & 3pm attendance will enlighten on the transformation of regional milk to regional cheese.
"Hunter Valley Garden "
Soak up nature at its most stunning at Hunter Valley Gardens, built by Bill and Imelda Roche over four years with a dedicated team of over 40 landscape gardeners, architects and engineers.
There are eight kilometres of walking paths winding through 14 hectares of gardens consisting of over 6000 trees, 600,000 shrubs and over 1 million ground cover plants, plus waterfalls, statues, murals and much more. The ten individually themed gardens showcase the artistry of gardens around the world and use both native and exotic varieties of plants.
The Garden displays remain the focal point of Hunter Valley Gardens, however to enhance the visitor experiences our calendar includes horticultural talks, festivals and signature events, such as Snow Time and our Christmas Lights Spectacular. Plus, enjoy our beautiful new rides, imported from Italy and permanently installed in our event area, adding extra appeal for the young ones during our events and in the school holidays.
Hunter Valley Gardens is a beautiful, nature based, experience for local, national and international visitors.
"Hunter Valley Garden "
The Rose Garden...
Enclosed by four pergolas, the Rose Garden is a highlight for many visitors to the Gardens. Featuring over 8000 roses full of fragrance and beauty, the Rose Garden is corkscrew shaped to honour our location and association with the surrounding Hunter Valley vineyards. The shape also ensures the best views of the stunning flowers.
The showcased rose varieties within the garden include: Double Delight, Charles De-Gaulle, Freesia, Fragrance, Marlena, Bonica and Blue Moon. In total, there are 35,000 rose bushes of over 150 different varieties of roses across the Gardens.
At the heart of the Rose Garden are thirteen beautiful bronze statues of Imelda Roche and her twelve grandchildren. This garden is also known as “Grandmothers Garden” and pays respect to beautiful bond between grandmothers and their grandchildren.
Italian Grotto...
Featuring a statue of Saint Francis of Assisi (patron saint of animals and the environment) the Italian Grotto is lined with red Bougainvillea, pink Wisterias and cascading Geraniums and Pelargoniums.
Lemon, orange and olive trees, plus lavender and herbs, ensure that the Italian Grotto not only evokes an Italian garden but has the fragrances of one too.
Chinese Garden...
Crossing green Chinese slate, visitors enter the Chinese Garden through a traditional Moon Gate flanked by two bronze Temple Guardians. Incorporating traditional elements of rugged rocks, raked decorative gravels and slow growing grass, this garden features Conifers, Camellia Sasanqua, Azaleas, Bamboo and many edible fruits including Cumquats, Mulberries and Persimmons.
Sunken Garden...
One of the more diverse of the feature gardens, the Sunken Garden has an array of evergreen and deciduous trees as well as smaller shrubs and flowers that offer beautiful vistas all year round.
The Sunken Garden features a majestic 10 metre high waterfall and garden beds ablaze with the colours of magnificent annual displays. Enjoy the pathways framed by hundreds of roses and take in the spectacular views from the pergola at the top of the waterfall.
Border Garden...
As you enter this garden you are surrounded by intricate floral patterns contained within manicured box hedging. Designed to reflect the classic French Parterre style of garden, the Border Garden is surrounded by intertwined hedges of Hill’s Weeping figs, an Australian native, with European boxwood used to create interesting hedges and shapes.
This garden incorporates several hand-carved Indian marble water features and statues representing the Four Seasons – a signature garden and a place of romance and elegance. Stroll along the pathways within the garden or take in the sights from above on the viewing platform.
Storybook Garden...
Featuring timeless nursery rhyme characters, the Storybook Garden is a delight for all ages, taking visitors on a journey through childhood dreams, memories, and fantasies.
Larger-than-life nursery rhyme characters and spectacular murals greet you at every corner, offering excellent photo opportunities! Join Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill as they tumble down the hill, Alice in Wonderland at the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Little Bo Peep and many more!
Formal Garden...
One of the largest of its type in Australia, the Formal Garden is influenced by the garden designs of France and England. This garden is bordered by Manchurian Pear Trees with their beautiful white flowers and dramatic bronze foliage in autumn. Features include a variety of topiary and finely manicured lawns, specimen trees of evergreen Magnolia Grandiflora Little Gem and 3000 bushes of Chameleon roses.
The Formal Gardens Wishing Fountain is the perfect spot to make a wish, with all proceeds donated to charity.
Oriental Garden...
The Oriental Garden is heavily influenced by Japanese and Korean gardens, and is a place of harmony, balance, and serenity.
This garden is precisely trimmed and manicured with natural curves to make it flow amidst its surroundings.
One of its main features is a two-story traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by a Koi pond. Korean velvet grass or Zoysia Tenuifolia is also a highlight of the oriental garden, our planting is considered to be the largest planting in Australia. This unique no mow grass is slow growing and mounds itself around rocks and pavers to create a fine texture soft lawn.
A great site to view the Oriental Garden is from the top of the Italian Grotto, offering one of the most stunning vantage points in the entire Gardens.
Indian Garden...
Entering through 160-year-old antique Indian Gates guarded by bronze elephants, to wind your way through a Lilly Pilly hedge discovering a superb mosaic of ground covering plants and pebbles and a contemporary garden design featureing Purple Ajuga and Variegated Dwarf Agapanthus. This garden has the aromas of India, with Curry plants filling the air with their spicy scent.
Relax in the Indian Tea House finely crafted with traditional Indian embellishments – the perfect shady spot to enjoy views of this garden and its topiary elephants.
Lakes Walk... This is one of the more secluded areas of the Gardens, its waterways are lined by perennial borders that are full of colour throughout the year with plantings of seasonal annuals and spring flowering trees and shrubs.
Surrounded by approximately one and a half kilometres of pathways, the Lakes Walk is the backdrop for the stunning Hunter Valley Gardens Chapel and home to the Lakes Rotunda, both very popular for wedding ceremonies.
This garden is truly seasonal garden, with each season bringing something new to the Lakes Walk.
Other Garden Features...
Brokenback Brumbies Each signifying one year of the construction time for the gardens, visit the topiary Brokenback Brumbies galloping from the Brokenback Range to the watering holes of Hunter Valley Gardens.
Grown from Muhlembeckia, each Brokenback Brumby comprises of 4 plants sculpted over an inner frame.
The Avenue Linking the Border Garden to the Storybook Garden, this European-style walk is lined with evergreen trees Fraxinus Griffithi (Evergreen Ash) and lush lawns, and features a striking bronze statue of 3 ladies.
"Hunter Valley Garden Shopping Village "
Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village is located in the heart of beautiful Hunter Valley Wine Country and features boutique specialty shops, restaurants, pharmacy, essential services and more.
Browse through the fashion, antique and gift shops or perhaps enjoy a massage, facial or hair treatment in the salon. Stop for a coffee, Devonshire tea or pick something up from the Pharmacy.
During your visit have a hit on the Aqua Golf driving range where you can in some great prizes. Or bring your family out and make the most of the picnic and barbeque facilities.
"Australian Alpaca Barn"
The Australian Alpaca Barn specialises in Australian, New Zealand and Peruvian alpaca products including coats, throw rugs, bedding, scarves, jumpers and accessories.
Most of their products are manufactured by the Strategic Partners of the Australian Alpaca Fleece Limited utilising the alpaca grown in Australia.
This allows us to be able to create and sell the most superior quality alpaca products from these stunning animals.
"Wine Class Gallery "
Wine Glass Gallery displays a large range of
unique crystal & colourful wine glasses,
all sold singly or in sets.
Beautiful glass, platters, bowls & ornaments,
gorgeous silk flowers to ad colour to your home.
A fabulous selection of well priced scarves,
hats, handbags & jewellery. Original artworks
on canvas of wine glasses are our specaility.
Find your perfect souvenir to treasure or take
overseas including: Tea towels, coasters,
mugs, wine & shot glasses, T shirts, magnets,
kangaroo & koala soft toys and much more.
We also stock a beautiful range of Aboriginal
products including boomerangs, ceramic plates,
mugs & etc.
Don’t miss our eclectic mix of colourful
products & enjoy a friendly experience in the
Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village
"The Twig Shop"
Stocking beautiful gift items including
home- wares, wind chimes, cards, books, jewellery, handbags, toys and bath soaps, The Twig has been in the Hunter Valley Gardens Village since the opening of the gardens.
Come and visit our beautiful store for lots of lovely gift ideas for yourself or others!
"Hunter Valley Christmas Shop"
Located at The Hunter Valley Gardens - Village Shops. Pokolbin NSW Australia. The Hunter Valley Christmas Shop is nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, it is where the magic of Christmas is alive all year round. We can help bring your Christmas dreams & wishes alive with our unique decorations and stunning christmas collections. Let us make your Christmas world last forever.
We are open 7 days a week from 10am - 5pm. Except Christmas Day so the elves can enjoy their festivities.Come and celebrate Christmas in the Vines with the Hunter Valley Christmas Shop. We are the only Christmas Shop at the Hunter Valley Gardens.
"Bellbird Hotel Dinner"
"Bellbird Menu"
"Christmas Lights Hunter Valley Garden "
Your favourite Christmas lights display is back and boy do we have a great spectacle to show you! The Christmas Lights Spectacular will be lighting up the Gardens from November 2, 2018 – January 26, 2019, so be sure to see the Southern Hemisphere’s largest lights display!
Enjoy our live entertainment, Santa’s workshop display, and incredible rides including our Ferris Wheel, Swing Chair, Carousel, Super Slide and Inflatable zones. Our tasty food and beverage stalls will be available throughout the event.
Why not make a whole weekend out of it by experiencing the Gardens during the day and then seeing the lights at night with a day and night pass
"Christmas Festival Lights Hunter Valley Garden "
"2475 Allyn River Road "