ACTIVITIES STIRLING

Matilda Bookshop - just beautiful books. We are an independent bookshop, owned and staffed by book-lovers. Specialising in New Release fiction, Gardening, Cooking, Art and Design, Current Affairs, Biography and History, we cater to a range of tastes and sensibilities. We also have a wonderful collection of children's books (for baby to teen) in our cosy kids' room. Our books are carefully and lovingly selected, so you can be sure to find something special when you come in for a browse. And if you can't find what you're looking for, our helpful staff will point you in the right direction, or will order in a particular title for you. A local Adelaide Hills institution, Matilda Bookshop is a just beautiful place to be.

Cocos Hair and Day Spa is a delightful little surprise in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Enjoy an hour, or a whole day of indulgence in this elegant 100 year old stone heritage building in the heart of Stirling. Let our spa therapists pamper you in a half or full-day spa package or a tailored treatment. Our talented hair stylists can complete your look and unlock your individual beauty. Gift vouchers are also available for purchase online, by phone or in salon. Cocos Day Spa boasts seven single or double candle lit treatment rooms, manicure and pedicure spa room, waxing room, solarium and sun tanning room. We have a Vichy shower room and a relaxing candle lit hydrotherapy bath that has the capacity for up to three people. We can pamper you alone, as a couple or as a group, and offer memorable experiences for corporate, business, birthdays, bridal parties and social gatherings. Prices depend on treatment. Please enquire regarding your needs.

Art Gallery of Adelaide exhibits paintings for sale by leading artist Chris Wake. Engaging, uplifting and unique. With more than 15 solo and 40 group exhibitions around the world and in Australia her work is in private and corporate collections and her reputation is growing. The art studio is located in the Adelaide Hills near Stirling and is open by appointment. Family Portraits are by commission. Chris' engaging paintings explore topics like global warming, and were featured at the FIFA 2010 World Cup in South Africa. She was also a finalist in the Sovereign Asian Art Prize. The one and a half acre garden surrounding the studio includes a rose garden, a Zen garden, an orchard, and a vegetable garden. It's also worth paying a visit to the nearby Botanic Gardens.

Atelier is a group of professional artists interested in promoting their respective studios and provides a unique opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Adelaide Hills and visit artists working in their studios. Visitors will see artworks in various stages of development potentially following pieces over a period of time as they move from conception to completion. A wide variety of artworks are available for purchase, including paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics and textiles. Share in this wealth of experience and creative energy just minutes from the city. Opening times coincide with the very popular Stirling Markets held on the fourth Sunday of each month.

The Adelaide Hills Petanque Club is a community run sporting club offering fun, camaraderie and personal challenges for all members of our community. We have been around for over 10 years and have grown a membership base to approximately 60. Petanque is a unique sport in that it can be played by nearly all ages and physical abilities/disabilities at the same time. It can also be a game that can be played at everyone's convenience as we play all year round. We are also affiliated with the South Australian Petanque League so if the desire to get more competitive is there we can accommodate that as well. All visitors are made to feel welcome, our members will be only too happy to give you a few tips, plus we have plenty of spare equipment for you too, just bring yourself along and have a go. Hope you can join us.