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Maitland Gaol East Maitland Maitland Gaol in the Hunter has a vibrant history spanning more than 150 years. After housing some of Australia's most hardened and notorious criminals, Maitland Gaol closed in 1998.

Wyndham Estate Dalwood Great wines are just the beginning at Wyndham Estate. Situated on the banks of the Hunter River, Wyndham Estate’s cellar door team welcomes you to sample the internationally acclaimed wines, dine in the café or barbecue on the river bank. Wyndham Estate handcraft intensely flavoured Shiraz - full bodied and bursting with...

Convict Lumberyard Newcastle The site is considered to be of national heritage significance because it yields information relating to the second oldest city outside Sydney in Australia and the economic and industrial growth of the nation.

Tulloch Wines Pokolbin The Tulloch story began in 1895 when John Younie Tulloch accepted an unusual settlement of a debt, a 43 acre property at Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley. Tulloch took an immediate liking to the property and the five acres of neglected vines it contained.

Tocal Homestead Paterson Tocal Homestead is an important rural heritage site because much of the site, including barns, stables and the original residence built in 1822, remains intact. The Homestead (built in 1841) is set on a 2200ha property encompassing natural wetlands, dry sclerophyll forests and rainforest remnants.

Dobell House Wangi Wangi Dobell House is the home and studio of Sir William Dobell, one of Australia's greatest artists, on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie. Explore Sir William's unique home with its original...

Miss Porters House Newcastle Miss Hazel Porter lived all her life at 434 King Street, Newcastle until her death in 1997 aged 83. Not wishing her home to be redeveloped, she bequeathed the property, its contents and endowment to the National Trust.

TeamActivity Hunter Valley Pokolbin For over 20 years TeamActivity Hunter Valley has been creating special team activities for delegates / groups meeting in the picturesque Hunter Valley. Be it a small group of four, right...

Stockton Beach Stockton Situated at the southern end of Newcastle Bight there is a sweeping expanse of sand and sand dunes, as well as views stretching back to Port Stephens. Council Lifeguard Services provided Monday to Saturday during the swimming season and Easter Holiday periods.

Weidmann Cottage Historical Museum Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Local and Family History Society volunteers man Weidmann Cottage on Saturday mornings as a Historical Museum. Weidmann Cottage was built in the 1840s and owned by the Weidmann Family from 1891-1977 as a family home and butchery.

Margan Restaurant Broke The award winning Margan Restaurant and Cellar Door are located in the peaceful rural village of Broke Hunter Valley, where Margan provides customers with a unique and complete food and wine tourism experience. Relaxed and stylish, with a focus on simple Mediterranean inspired cuisine.

Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre Muswellbrook The Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre is located on the New England Highway three hours drive northwest of Sydney and two hours from Newcastle.

Sacred Spaces Singleton Sacred Spaces - the Singleton Mercy Convent Set in spacious gardens creating a unique atmosphere of peace, the Convent is the Motherhouse of the Sisters of Mercy in the Hunter Valley with a resident community. Gracious buildings date from the mid nineteenth century, and display remarkable architectural beauty.

Nobbys Beach Newcastle Newcastle's highest profile beach, with council Lifeguard Services provided Monday to Saturday year round and volunteer members of Nobbys Surf Lifesaving Club provide beach patrols on Sundays during the swimming season.

King Edward Park Newcastle King Edward Park was dedicated as a recreation reserve in 1863.

Undercliff Winery and Gallery Wollombi Undercliff Winery was established as a mixed farm in 1846. In 1990 vineyards were planted with Semillon and Shiraz, varieties having a long successful association with the region.

Hope Estate Pokolbin Hope Estate is perfectly located in the heart of Pokolbin, set on 169 hectares of rolling countryside, picturesque vineyards and offers breathtaking views. All the wines from the Hope range, including the famous 'Ripper' Shiraz are available for tasting and sales through the cellar door.

Morpeth Wine Cellars and Moonshine Distillery Morpeth Visit Morpeth Wine Cellar and Moonshine Distillery to taste boutique Hunter wines and Morpeth Moonshine. There are two copper pot stills where Morpeth Moonshine is made on-site including Original, Aniseed, Strawberry, Butterscotch and Lemon Moonshine.

Maritime Centre Newcastle Newcastle After more than two centuries of operation, the Port of Newcastle remains a globally recognised hub. Explore the rich maritime history of Newcastle and the Hunter River, and learn about the Port's importance to the development of Australia from the early days of European settlement to the present time.

Silo Restaurant and Lounge Newcastle Silo Restaurant and Lounge is Newcastle's funkiest harbourside bar and restaurant offering superb harbour views, modern Australian cuisine, local and exotic wines, beers and mixed drinks in a cocktail ambience. With flawless panoramic water views, guests can enjoy canapés or a sit down six course degustation of modern Australian cuisine based...

Fort Scratchley Historic Site Newcastle East There is so much to do at Fort Scratchley Historic Site.

Paterson Rail Motor Society Paterson The Rail Motor Society is based about 50 kilometres north of Newcastle in the Historic town of Paterson; it is comprised of a group of Volunteers, dedicated and passionate about restoring, maintaining and operating rail motors.

Newcastle East Heritage Walk Newcastle Newcastle East is the birthplace of the city and the Hunter Region.

Margan Restaurant and Hunter Valley Wines Broke Margan (Best Restaurant, Tourism NSW and Hunter) and Cellar Door/Winery (Best Cellar Door finalist, Tourism Hunter) are located in the peaceful rural village of Broke Hunter Valley, where Margan provides customers with a unique and complete food and wine tourism experience.

Lock-Up Cultural Centre Newcastle The Lock-Up was the Newcastle Police Station from 1861 until its closure in 1982.

Newcastle Ocean Baths Newcastle With its distinctive and architecturally significant Art Deco pavilion, Newcastle Ocean Baths is one of the city's outstanding historic landmarks and is a popular informal open air studio for amateur photographers. The Ocean Baths were constructed and in use before WWI, though not formally opened until the 1920s.

Dungog Cinema Dungog The Dungog Cinema is the oldest still operating purpose-built cinema in Australia. Originally the site was used for an open-air theatre which opened in 1913.

Morpeth Trading Post and Horse Carriage Morpeth Built in 1838, the Morpeth Trading Post is the oldest industrial building still in daily use in New South Wales.

Bogey Hole Newcastle Take a dip in the Bogey Hole, which was cut into ocean rocks by convict labour in 1819.

Newcastle City Hall Newcastle Opened in 1929, Newcastle City Hall is one of Newcastle's most unique and prestigious venues.

Christ Church Cathedral Newcastle Take a tour of Christ Church Cathedral and discover its rich history.

Newcastle Beach Newcastle Newcastle Beach has a reputation for being one of the best surf locations in Australia and is a favoured spot for board riders wishing to catch that perfect wave off Newcastle Point.

The Bathers Way Newcastle Stretching from the commanding lighthouse at Nobbys Headland to the coastal wilderness of Glenrock Reserve and the early coal workings at Burwood Beach, Newcastle's Bathers Way is a scenic five kilometre coastal walk waiting for you to discover, play, swim and eat any way you choose. Take two hours to walk...

Vacy Bridge over Paterson River Vacy Completed in 1898, the Vacy Bridge is an early example of an Allan type timber truss road bridge and in 1998 was in good condition. As a timber truss road bridge, it has many associational links with important historical events, trends, and people, including the expansion of the road network and...