There are a number of attractions in and around the Wollombi area, including regular art exhibitions, heritage buildings, exploring the surrounding national parks, wine tasting, or simply relaxing on your private deck with a glass of wine!
Regular Events
Wollombi is home to a number of great regular events, including:
- Wollombi Markets - Held on the Monday of the long weekends in January, Easter, June and October, from 8am to 1pm. Offering a range of stalls including antiques, household wares, bric-a-brac, food and local produce.
- Laguna Markets - Held on the third Sunday of each month, from 9.30am till 1pm at the Old Northern Trading Post, Laguna. Local produce: veggies, free range eggs, fruit, herbs, plants, flowers, tubestock, olives, olive oil, preserves, lavender products, as well as: hand spun wool / beanies / scarves, jewellery, vintage linen, bric-a-brac, secondhand books, etc ... Coffee and refreshments available.
- Art Exhibitions at the Wollombi Cultural Centre - Home of the Wollombi Valley Arts Council, whose mission is to encourage and foster all kinds of artistic expression within the community.
- Wollombi Valley Short Film Festival - Established in 1998, the Film Festival has encouraged locals and the rest of the world to show their video activities to a most enthusiastic audience.
- Sculpture in the Vineyards - Held annually from October to January. An exhibition of dynamic outdoor sculptures by accomplished local and Australian artists, located in three award winning boutique wineries in the historic and picturesque Wollombi Valley.
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Local Attractions
Lavender Gate Farm
Invites you to experience a touch of Provence in Wollombi. Soothe your soul as you explore the gardens and lavender field. Enrich your senses in the gift shop and gallery.
OPEN: Friday - Sunday
Harrison's Picture Framing and Gallery
Discover a wonderful selection of Australian and international original art, photography and fine art prints all beautifully framed and surprisingly inexpensive.
OPEN: Most days
Wollombi Cottage
Built in the 1840's as a residence and office of the Clerk of Petty Sessions, it is now a gift shop. Browse through an eclectic and unique range of hand-made gifts.
OPEN: Weekends
Undercliff Gallery
This unique boutique winery and gallery is located just 1.5kms from the village, and displays art from local and internationally acclaimed artists.
OPEN: 7 days
Wollombi General Store
Fabulous range of local products and produce, including jams, pickles, olive oils, soaps and honey.
OPEN: 7 days
Wollombi Tavern
Sample the infamous Dr Jurd's Jungle Juice!
OPEN: 7 days
Endeavour Museum
Wollombi's local museum contains an interesting collection from the rich colonial past of the Cessnock and Wollombi districts. Housed in the old Courthouse building.
OPEN: 7 days
The heritage buildings in the village of Wollombi
Wander through the village and view the stunning sandstone buildings, all built before 1860.
Whilst Hunter Valley Wine Country's main attraction is the wine, it isn't the only thing you will be able to discover. From beautiful art galleries, gardens, hot air ballooning, golf, horse riding, helicopter flights, shopping and tasting regional produce, there is something for everyone.
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