Our local attractions are many and varied depending on where your interests lie.
Combining our attractions with our delightful climate and ambience of the landscape will ensure you enjoy whatever it is you decide to do in the Hawkesbury.
Below are listed just some excellent Hawkesbury activities you might like to try:
Hawkesbury Attractions
Adventure Quest Paintball Skirmish
1200 Singleton Road
East Kurrajong NSW 2758
Phone: 02 9808 6333
Website: www.paintball.com.au
Sydney's longest established Paintball Skirmish venue with multiple playing fields on 50 acres of natural terrain. Great service and pricing make this an excellent idea for Hens/Bucks/Christmas/Birthday/Office and corporate training activities.
Open 7 days - Bookings essential
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Artists Trail
The Hawkesbury Artists Trail allows you to follow in the footsteps of The Masters.
Artists include: Joseph Lycett, Sydney Ure Smith, Julian Ashton, Charles Conder, Arthur Streeton, Alfred T. Clint, Capt. James Wallis, William Preston, George Evans & Roderick Shaw
An easy to follow map of the Artists Trail, showing paintings completed in both the 19th & early 20th Century, together with detailed text are available at the Visitors Information Centre, Ham Common, Clarendon for $5.00.
Phone: (02) 4578 0233
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Blue Thunder Downunder
Harley Davidson Motorcycle Tours
Phone: 1300 258 384
Fax: 02 4576 7290
www.bluethunderdownunder.com.au
Experience Greater Sydney, The Blue Mountains, south to Nowra and the Southern Highlands - north to Terrigal and the Hunter Valley, from the back of a Harley Davidson.
* You can be picked up from your home, office, hotel, the airport...or anywhere you choose
* From one bike to large groups
* One hour to full day tours
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Breewood Galleries
310 Windsor Street
Richmond NSW 2753
Phone: 02 4578 9100
Website: www.breewood.com.au
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Broke Fordwich Tourism Association Inc.
Take A Drive To The Beautiful Broke Fordwich Region
Nestled on the edge of the Yengo National Park, and just two hours from Sydney and one hour from Newcastle, the Broke Fordwich area is in the centre of the Hunter Valley.
Escape for a day, a night, two nights or more in real wine country with people who care about you!!!
As a neighbouring destination, contact Broke Fordwich Tourism for information on their local attractions.
Phone: (02) 6579 1334
Website: www.brokefordwich.com.au
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Butterfly Museum and Butterfly Farm
An excellent and extensive exhibition of butterflies and moths from around the world. (Not live butterflies.)
446 Wilberforce Road
Wilberforce NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4575 1955
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Butterfly Farm - Indy 800 Kart Track
446 Wilberforce Road
Wilberforce. NSW. 2756
Phone: 4575 1955
Sydney's Best Outdoor Hire Kart Track
Fun for all the family to enjoy!
Guaranteed to get the adrenalin flowing and the heart pumping!
Open every day 10.00am to Sunset
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Clydesdales Restaurant
World’s First Horse Drawn Restaurant
1 Thompson Square
Windsor NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4577 4544
A truly unique dining experience on board an 1890's Horse-Drawn
Omnibus.
* Full A La Carte Menu
* 5 Course Gourmet Dinners
* 3 Course Gourmet Lunches
* Operates 7 Days a week
* Fully Licensed
* Bookings Essential
Available for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
7 days per week
Website: www.clydesdalesrestaurant.com.au
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Crago Observatory
Lieutenant Bowen Road
Bowen Mountain NSW 2758
Phone: 02 4572 1568 (Adrian or Janet)
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Denmar Coaches
328 Macquarie Street,
South Windsor. NSW. 2756
Phone: 02 4577 7969
Mob: 0409 044 340
* Day Tours planned and conducted
* Extended Tours planned for Groups
* Charter Local and Long Distance
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Ebenezer Church
Coromandel Road
Ebenezer NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4579 9350
Ebenezer Church is the oldest existing church and was the first Presbyterian Church in Australia. It is also the oldest existing school building. Open daily from 10.00am.
Come and explore the colonial graveyard, inspect the Schoolmaster's house, enjoy a devonshire tea...drinks, souvenirs, books craft and locally made jams for sale.
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El Caballo Blanco
Horse World Entertainment Centre
191 Maguires Road,
Maraylya. NSW. 2765
(Between Castle Hill and Windsor)
After many years of waiting, the white dancing horses of El Caballo Blanco return to Sydney in an all new Arena Spectacular.
A unique opportunity to witness the beauty and grace of majestic Andalusian and Lipizzaner horses.
Show Times:
Saturday - 7.30pm
Sunday - 2.00pm
For reservations call: 1300 365 700
Enquire about group bookings: 02 4573 6509
www.elcaballoblanco.com.au
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Enniskillen Orchard
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Fernbrook Garden and Botanical Art Gallery
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Full on Oz Adventures
89 Regent Street,
Riverstone. NSW. 2765
Phone: 0423 250 250
Would you like to see more of the Hawkesbury and its surrounds? Then our Adventure Tours are for you!
* Historical Hawkesbury Highlights
* Hunter Valley Wine Country Cruisin'
* Blue Mountain Scenic Adventures
Come with us...on the efy bus!
Our purpose built open back 4WD tour vehicle seats 13 passengers and has 4 baby seat anchor points...all seats are very comfortble...you'll love it!
Package deals available. For further details check out our website:
www.fullonoz.com.au
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Good Az Gold Tours & Transfers
Phone: 02 4573 6181
Mobile: 0408 973 267
Tours Custom Made for your Club or Social event
* Boutique Winery Tours
* Blue Mountains Eco-Tours
* Historic Hawkesbury Valley
* Farm Gate Trail Tours
* Garden & Gallery Tours
* Goldfield & Opal Tours
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Hawkesbury Artists, Artisans & Crafters Trail
Tour the circuit of Studios, Art Galleries & Crafters on the trail.
Website: www.hawkesburyartisantrail.com.au
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Hawkesbury Regional Museum
Baker Street,
Windsor NSW 2756
Phone: (02) 4560 4655
The Hawkesbury Regional Museum is now open, with its permanent exhibition and three temporary exhibitions installed.
Opening Hours::
10am - 4pm Wednesdays to Fridays
10am - 3pm Saturdays and Sundays
Closed Monday, Tuesday and Public Holidays
Groups by appointment
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Hawkesbury Paddlewheeler
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Hawkesbury Powered Parachute Centre
An inexpensive way to experience flying
Benson’s Airfield, off Cornwells Lane
Richmond. NSW 2753
Phone: 02 4576 6028
Mobile: 0414 862 397
Website: www.poweredparachutecentre.com.au
Reward yourself with the thrill of your life.
Any morning the weather is suitable
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Hawkesbury Race Club
Racecourse Road
Clarendon NSW 2756
Phone:
02 4577 6854
Website: www.hawkesburyraceclub.com.au
* Sporting Events
* Raceday Sponourship
* Dining Packages
* Private & Corporate events
* Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions
* Conferences
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Hawkesbury Regional Gallery
One of our newest attractions, Hawkesbury Regional Gallery is and accredited Regional Gallery exhibiting works of both National and International standard. The gallery is open six days a week with a regularly changing exhibition programme and events that reflect the area's unique heritage via contemporary and traditional art. Hawkesbury Regional Gallery Exhibitions Programme
Deerubbin Centre (1st Floor)
300 George St
Windsor NSW 2756
Phone:
02 4560 4441
Image: Peter Cooley - Painting & Ceramics (HRG Exhibit 2006)
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery
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Hawkesbury Sightseeing & Ghost Tours
P.O. Box 7006
Wilberforce. NSW. 2756
Phone: 02 4575 1421 Fax: 02 4575 3406
Mob: 0408 751 422
Website: www.hstours.com.au
* Historic Hot Spots Tours
* Arts & Crafts Tour
* Wineries of the Hawkesbury Tour
* Patchwork & Quilting Workshop Tours
* Evening Ghost Tours
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Hawkesbury Valley Heritage Tours
Tour Guide Service
John & Beryl Miller
P O Box 495
Windsor. NSW. 2756
Phone/Fax: 02 4577 6882
* Historic Buildings & Artists Sites
* Beautiful & Natural Bushland
* Mountains, Rivers & Birdlife
* Windsor - Richmond - Pitt Town - Wilberforce - Ebenezer -
Kurrajong
* Morning Teas & Lunches arranged
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kurrajong Radio Museum
842 Bells Line of Road,
Kurrajong Hills. NSW. 2758
Phone: 4573 0601
Visit us for a nostalgic trip through the golden years of radio. The museum features a very comprehensive collection of radio memorabilia...mostly in operational condition. This is a great experience for the nostalgia buff and student alike. Visitors will be given a guided tour. Come and be amazed! We welcome groups!
Open most weekends 10am - 5pm, weekdays, and weeknights by appointment.
Adults $10. Children $5.
www.vk2bvorg/museum/
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Life Adventure Site
Choose 'Life' adventure site for your next family picnic, birthday party, Christmas party or fun day out!
Don't miss out on the fun and adventure this summer!
Picnics, BBQ facilities, waterslide, flying fox and so much more!
Call us today for a quote!
113 Mill Road
Kurrajong NSW 2758
Phone: 02 4573 1201
Web: www.lifeadventure.com.au
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Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens
Just 105 Klms west of Sydney in the Blue Mountains is the beautifulMount Tomah Botanic Gardens,...an ideal setting for visitors to increase their awareness and understanding of plants.
* Restaurant
* Picnic Facilities
* Gardens Shop
* Educational Sevices and Tours
Bells Line of Road via Bilpin
Mt Tomah NSW 2758
Phone:
02 45672154
Website: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au
Image (right): Botanic Gardens Trust, Sydney / Simone Cottrell
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Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler & |
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Penrith Platypus Cruises
Cruise the Blue Mountains Wilderness and the Spectacular Nepean Gorge on a true paddlewheeler for morning tea, lunch or dinner.
Charter our traditional paddlewheeler or modern cruiser for Weddings, Anniversaries, Reunions or Corporate Functions.
Boarding Jetty -
Tench Avenue,
Penrith. NSW. 2751
Phone: 4733 1274 or 4733 1888
www.nepeanbelle.com.au
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NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services
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Opal Access - Opal Wholesaler and Retailer
1A Warks Hill Road,
Kurrajong Heights. NSW 2758
Phone: 02 4567 7240
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Pine Crest Orchard
Visitors are free to wander through this picturesque orchard and pick their own fruit.
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Renaissance Rocking Horses
Australia's only full time rocking horse makers, restorers and teachers.
Group tours available of workshop, hobby farm and Childhood Memories Collection - Please phone to book.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 9am-4pm.
Open Weekend - 2nd weekend of October each year.
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation - The Loft at Rocking Horse Lodge.
143 Pitt Town Road
McGraths Hill NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4577 8697
Website: www.rockinghorses.com.au
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Richmond Race Club
Greyhound racing track.
Racing every Friday night. Gates open at 6pm with the first race at 7.20pm.
Monday twilight meetings(26 only). Gates open at 3pm with the first race at 4.20pm.
Admission: Adults $6, Children 15years and under are free if accompanied by an adult, Senior Citizens are free.
Enclosed viewing lounge, Restaurant, Takeaway kiosk, Bar facilities, Totalisator facilities.
312 Londonderry Road
Londonderry NSW 2753
Phone: 02 4578 2136
Fax: 02 4578 3627
Website: www.richmondgreyhounds.com.au
Photo courtesy of Craig Youll
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Richmond Regent Twin Cinema
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Sassafras Creek
Food and Design
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St. Albans Gallery
17 Wharf Street,
St. Albans NSW 2775
Phone: 02 4568 2286
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The Turpentine Tree Gallery
1665 Bells Line of Road,
Kurrajong Heights NSW 2758
Phone: 02 4567 7230
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Tizzana winery
518 Tizzana Road,
Ebenezer NSW 2756
Phone: 4579 1150
Website: www.tizzana.com.au
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Tobruk - Australian Merino Sheep Station
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tutti Fruitti
Tutti Fruitti focases on providing a wide range of fresh local produce and home-made goodies.
Real fruit ice-cream, coffee & light meals, jams & homemade goodies, orchard fresh fruit, fragrant mountain roses.
1917 Bells Line of Rd,
Bilpin NSW 2758
Phone: 02 4567 8436
Website: www.tuttifruitti.com.au
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Valley View Park
Guided trail riding - no experience necessary - led pony rides available.
Lessons, BBq & picnic area, birthday parties, log cabins
297 Grose Vale Road
Grose Vale. NSW 2753
Phone: 02 4572 1260 Fax: 02 4572 2218
Mob: 0414 721 265
Web: www.valleyviewpark.com.au
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Windsor Antiques, Collectables & Vintage Wares Trail
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Windsor Ghost Tours
Janice Hart
PO Box 7006
Windsor NSW
2756
Phone: 02 4575 1421 or Mobile 0408 751 422
A Historic walk with the Spirits of the Hawkesbury Pioneers.......
$25.00 per person.
Week Nights Bookings minium numbers apply.
Saturday Nights - Book Early !
Bookings esential to enjoy the nightly lantern lit heritage walk
of Windsor.
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Windsor Tenpin Bowl
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Windyridge Garden
Windyridge is a garden to intoxicate the senses. Come and wander through and let the garden entice you to enjoy its many features and seasons.
"Windyridge" Queens Avenue,
Mount Wilson. NSW. 2786
Phone: 4756 2019
Mobile: 0404 801 630
www.windyridge.com.au
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