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Paterson Rail Motor Museum Logo and Images

Paterson Rail Motor Museum

Webbers Creek Road, Paterson NSW 2421
The depot in the old Paterson Goods Yards houses the Society's Museum collection of rail motors and other rolling stock items. The Museum is located opposite Paterson Railway Station on the North Coast Line to Brisbane. Road access and visitor entrance to the Museum is located off the end of Church Street. Visit Paterson Rail Motor Museum and see the old station masters residence that has been restored to it 1930s exterior and appearance colour scheme by State Rail Heritage. The residence provides a reception centre for visitors, facility for members and houses a display for railway memorabilia for both the steam and diesel era. Key items on display include a pair or NSWGR standard block telegraph instruments and large and miniature electric staff instruments formerly used by training at the Newcastle Railway Institute. The museum also includes one of the few remaining standard NSWGR good sheds.
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Tocal Homestead

Tocal Homestead, Tocal Road, Paterson NSW 2421
Tocal has one of Australia's finest collections of colonial farm buildings dating from the 1830's. The Homestead is open at weekends from March to November. Important rural heritage because much, including barns, stables and the original residence built in 1822, remains intact. The Homestead (built in 1841) is set on a 2200 hectare property encompassing natural wetlands, dry sclerophyll forests and rainforest remnants. The Homestead is presented in the context of original outbuildings and sheds that contribute to the fascinating story of Tocal. Farm tours provide an opportunity to experience the beautiful 2200 hectare property. The tour includes the beef, horse, dairy and sheep enterprises as well as the natural features of the historic landscape. Tocal is a working farm so visitors are able to view the seasonal activities of the farm operations.
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Paterson Rail Motor Society

5 Webbers Creek Road, Webbers Creek NSW 2421
The Rail Motor Society is based about 50 kilometres north of Newcastle in the historic town of Paterson. Operated by volunteers dedicated and passionate about restoring, maintaining and operating rail motors. The group operates out of the old Paterson Goods Yard, affectionately named 'The Depot' and consists of a large working shed and rail yard. Experience the glory days dating back to 1923, view some of the best conserved heritage rolling stock in NSW. The Rail Motor Society also offers visitors unique tours on board the historical rail motors, both around the local area and across the state, please contact them for further information. The depot and museum site is open to the public on the third Saturday of every month (except December) and entry is by gold coin donation. Other times by appointment. The Society can also provide guest speakers for meetings or other group engagements, contact the Secretary.
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Paterson Historical Court House Museum

King Street, Paterson NSW 2421
Paterson Court House, built in 1857, was the centre of justice in the district, housing many policemen. In 1973, a small group of locals met in Paterson's School of Arts building to look into the possibility of forming a group to preserve the local region's history. They had no guidelines to work on, except to collect photographs of Paterson as it was in the early days, along with old stories, papers, and any other memorabilia from Paterson's past. Dungog Shire Council at this time offered the Court House to any group in Paterson willing to use it and take care of the building. The Court House provided a place to display the mounting number of items which were being donated, and a location for historical interest in the area. The first name chosen for the organisation was the "Paterson Preservation Society", but this was changed to the "Paterson Historical Society".
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Campbells Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

At the multi-award winning Campbell’s Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through specialty stores, an investment art gallery showcasing some of the best of Australia’s artists and enjoy a beautiful afternoon tea in the Servants Quarters Tearooms. You may select from the work of Australia’s most talented all under one roof. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer and good old fashioned cordial tasting from the 13 flavours all made on the premises; fudge and honey tasting, and also try both local and Australian homemade jams, chutneys and sauces of which there are 134 varieties. You are sure to find a favourite! 

Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two story beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum or with a variety of fun and educational wooden toys in the wood shop downstairs in the jam panty. Or try on an Akubra hat. Explore a shop of teddy bears from Steiff to Charlie Bears and a collection of teapots from the very novel to the beautiful. Whatever your taste, you are sure to find something to enjoy!

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Morpeth Wine Cellars and Moonshine Distillery

173 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
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. They also make a Honey liqueur (similar to a Meade) and an Uncut. Taste Rosebrook Estate wines, a selection of Morpeth Wines and Chilli Wine. Morpeth Wine Cellar has bulk Liqueur Verdelho and Liqueur Muscat, Binnorie Labna (yoghurt) and marinated Fetta. Also available are local jams, sauces, vinegars and olive products. Many of these products are available for tasting. Why not pick-up some Kurrajong Native Wild Hibiscus Flowers in syrup. These are a fantastic addition to Champagne. Come in on Monday and Tuesday to purchase some Morpeth Sourdough Bread. Morpeth Wood Fired Pizza is now open on-site. Buy a wine or a beer from Morpeth Wine Cellar and enjoy.
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Australian Alpaca Barn - Morpeth

Central Inn Mews, 135 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
The Australian Alpaca Barn specialises in the sale and promotion of quality Alpaca products manufactured in Australia, New Zealand and Peru. They offer a comprehensive range, designed for the discerning buyer, including coats, throw rugs, bedding, scarves, jumpers, yarn and accessories. The Australian Alpaca Barn is aligned with the top manufacturers of Alpaca in Australia and Peru, allowing them to create and sell the most superior quality Alpaca products from these stunning animals.
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Seaham Swamp Bird Hide

East Seaham Road, Seaham NSW 2324
Seaham Swamp Bird Hide is a haven for birdwatching. Visit this great Seaham attraction to see a variety of Hunter region waterfowl, both out in the swamp and sheltering in the hide.
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Seaham Swamp walk

McClymonts Swamp Road, Seaham NSW 2324
0.3km (one way) - 0.33 hour Enjoy a short walk through ironbark forest with lovely views of the adjacent Seaham Swamp. A great option for walking with kids, this easy 300m track is ideal for birdwatching and nature-spotting. Keep watching as you stroll - it's likely you'll spy a range of waterfowl and migratory birds, and perhaps a goanna or grey kangaroo too.
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Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve

Duncan Street, Seaham NSW 2324
Whether you're interested in birdwatching, Aboriginal heritage, bushwalking or natural history, the Hunter region's Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve offers a memorable experience. Birdwatching enthusiasts have already caught onto this little gem, which is a habitat for numerous waterfowl.
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Duckenfield

Duckenfield, Duckenfield NSW 2321
The town of Duckenfield is located on the banks of the Hunter River surrounded by rich pasture and farmlands. It was originally part of the estate of the wealthy landowner and businessman John Eales from 1799 to 1871. You can still view two of the estate's houses, Berry Park House and Berry House along Duckenfield Road. Duckenfield sits six kilometres from the historic river port of Morpeth and has beautiful views across the plains to the Hunter River. The town and neighbouring Berry Park offer a mix of Georgian architecture and modern housing. The area has bred fine racehorses and is known as a horse-breeding region today....
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Rail Motor Society Open Day

Webbers Creek Road, Paterson NSW 2421
The Rail Motor Society Open Day is held on the third Saturday of each month. It is an opportunity for the general public to view the operations of the Rail Motor Society Depot and Museum at Paterson. The Rail Motor Society was establish in 1984. The collection spans 1926 to 1961, and includes a 42 foot Rail Motor from 1961, as well as a 720 Class Driving Trailer Car. The 13 collections of different rail Motor and Trailer Cars are a must for all train enthusiasts. Tours are also available....
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Peek into the Past

Tocal Homestead, Paterson NSW 2421
Peek into the Past is when Tocal  Homestead comes alive with the sights and sounds (and smells) of yesteryear. It is a wonderful old fashioned day out for all the family. Grandparents will reminisce, there's nostalgia for the parents and the children will make some very interesting discoveries about our past.

red-coatThe sounds of working horses and heritage tractors and machinery mingle with the aromas of scones and apple pies baking in the old wood stove. Make sure you see the blacksmiths working at the forge and then enjoy a piece of damper from the camp fire, topped with 'cocky's joy'. Try your hand at the ancient art of water divining or a traditional bush game. Then watch the local straw broom maker at work - he'd be happy to sell you one.

Keep an eye out for the 'redcoats' of the soldiers of the 73rd Regiment of Foot, they will fire their muskets and march through the site - keeping law and order and the King's peace. And they don't mind if you wander around their encampment and chat to them about what they do.

Drop in to hear one of the history talks to learn how it all came about.

Shearing-sheepThere is a heritage clothing parade, machinery demonstrations, farm animals, cart rides with Harry the Clydesdale and tractors at work. There is sheep shearing and working vintage machinery. On top of all that, there's lots of delicious homemade refreshments, or you can bring your own picnic to have on the lawn.
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Tocal Homestead

Tocal Homestead, Paterson NSW 2421
Tocal has one of Australia's finest collections of colonial farm buildings dating from the 1830's. The Homestead is open at weekends from March to November. Important rural heritage because much, including barns, stables and the original residence built in 1822, remains intact. The Homestead (built in 1841) is set on a 2200 hectare property encompassing natural wetlands, dry sclerophyll forests and rainforest remnants. The Homestead is presented in the context of original outbuildings and sheds that contribute to the fascinating story of Tocal. Farm tours provide an opportunity to experience the beautiful 2200 hectare property. The tour includes the beef, horse, dairy and sheep enterprises as well as the natural features of the historic landscape. Tocal is a working farm so visitors are able to view the seasonal activities of the farm operations....
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Morpeth Sourdough

Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
The original site where William Arnott, the biscuit baker and his brother David baked bread and ship's biscuits in the 1860s. Now owned by Stephen and Allison Arnott, Stephen is following in his great, great, great grandfather's footsteps of producing sourdough bread for the township of Morpeth. Morpeth Sourdough is available at the original shop at the front of the building retailing fresh sourdough from Wednesday to Sunday. Also available is Morpeth Sourdough's new award winning range of premium Muesli, sourdough crispbreads, croutons and yummy European style Gingerbread. The sourdough bread contains only high quality flour, purified water and salt, no additives used, no baker's yeast, preservatives, raising agents, emulsifiers, stabilisers, extenders or bulking agents, so it's good for you. The process is extended dough fermentation and takes 30 hours - known as "real sourdough". Morpeth Sourdough's philosophy of making naturally good products extends to their premium range also....
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The Close Overnight Stays

73 Close Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Located in the heart of beautiful Morpeth town and a very short walk to all the heritage attractions of Morpeth, The Close was built in the 1850s has been beautifully renovated with a modern twist, while remaining faithful to the era. The property offers two boutique style accommodation options which when combined accommodate 12 in elegant modern comfort. These are The Close (main house) accommodating eight people, and the Studio@TheClose (studio) accommodating four people. Whether you enjoy them both or individually, The Close is ideal for a weekend away, a week long getaway with family and friends, wedding accommodation, corporate retreats, or for a short term lease for business travellers....
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Campbells Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
At the multi-award winning Campbell's Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through 15 speciality craft shops, tearoom and an investment art gallery. You may select from the work of over 500 of Australia's most talented crafts people, all under the one roof. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer tasting from the 13 flavours, fudge and honey tasting, also come and try the homemade jams, of which there are 134 varieties, so you will find a favourite one. Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two storey beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum, a rain stick and with a variety of educational wooden toys in the wood shop. Or try on an Akubra hat. Free group tours are available during opening hours. ...
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Savannah on Swan

128–130 Swan St, Morpeth NSW 2321

Morpeth Museum

123 Swan St, Morpeth NSW 2321

Hunter River District Golf Association

75 Robert St, Tenambit NSW 2323
Australian Alpaca Barn - Morpeth Logo and Images

Australian Alpaca Barn - Morpeth

38490 - Morpeth NSW 2321
The Australian Alpaca Barn is a family owned business specialising in quality products made from alpaca fibre grown in Australia and manufactured in either Australia, New Zealand or Peru. What sets the Australian Alpaca Barn apart is that they not only sell the best quality finished products, they are also involved in growing the fibre. Five kilometres up a mountain in the beautiful area of Lambs Valley their Alpaca Farm, Jacamar Alpacas has grown to a herd of almost 100. Their retail stores are located in the Blue Mountains at Leura, Hunter Valley in Pokolbin at Hunter Valley Gardens and Peppers Creek Village, the historic township of Morpeth, Berrima in the Southern Highlands and in the heart of Sydney’s historic Rocks district. In addition, their online store showcases an extensive range of their finest garments including Alpaca knitwear, coats and capes, shawls, scarves, socks and other accessories, toys and a wonderful homeware line including, throw rugs, blankets, pillows and quilts. For knitters out there, they also stock a considerable range of yarns in various ply’s and textures. ...
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Oakhampton

38535 - Oakhampton NSW 2320
Oakhampton is a suburb of Maitland and is a beautiful blend of city and country. With a mixture of old and new housing, it is home to the famous Walka Water Works, a popular picnic and recreation area. The historic complex features an old industrial chimney and ornate brickwork dating back to the early 19th century. The is a large lake area, with more than 300 species of birdlife, water sports and walking trails....
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Paterson Bridge

Road, Paterson NSW 2421
The iron lattice bridge over the Paterson River, south of Paterson was built in 1887. Despite the dominance of timber bridges in the area, there were rivers whose sizes and flood histories required much larger spans in order to maximise the clear waterway. From 1870 to 1893 lattice bridges from England and Belgium were the choice for these major bridges for both road and rail. There are five bridges of this type in the Hunter Region .... this one over the Paterson River and four over the Hunter River. There were only two styles built. Up until 1876 the bridges were deep and had vertical ends, then J.A. MacDonald revised the design and produced a shallower depth and introduced graceful curved ends, as was the case with the Paterson Bridge. The bridge replaced a punt that went across the river slightly upstream. Source: RTA, Historic Bridges of the Hunter Valley and photos courtesy of Paterson Historical Society. ...
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Saint James Anglican Church

19 Tank Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
The Anglican Parish of St James at Morpeth is one of the oldest in Australia, consecrated on December 31, 1840 and with St. James as its Patron, by William Broughton, the first Bishop of Australia. In the early 1860’s the architect Edmund Blacket added the sanctuary and sacristy, the chancel arch and the carved stone pulpit. In 1874 the church suffered major damage from a fire in the roof and another architect, Mr John Horbury Hunt, oversaw the repairs. Hunt included the walls of the Nave in the repairs and removed the original internal brick lining to these walls, and built the new ‘hammer beam’ style of roof, which resembles the hull of a timber ship. This is the roof framing which is still visible today. ...
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Teddy Bears Downstairs and Grandma's Feather Bed

164 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Teddy Bears Downstairs is an 1830’s sandstone cottage full of Teddy Bears, gollies and their friends. They greet you with the widest smiles! There are pink or blue bears for baby, footie bears, cuddly koalas, jungle and farm animals and huggable pets. At the back is a fragrant gift shop – Grandma’s Feather Bed – with gifts ranging from soaps, aprons, wallets and inspiring books to ornaments, handbags, nighties and fine scarves. ...
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Raworth Tennis Centre

28 Avenue, Raworth NSW 2321
Raworth Tennis Centre sits on a beautiful four acre site, which is also home to the Hunter Morpeth Motel and Villas and both make up The Hunter Tennis Resort. The Tennis Centre operates from five synthetic grass courts. There is also an exercise site adjacent to one court for use by the players as part of their fitness program. Spectators can watch from shady benches or from the Wimbledon Gazebo whilst younger family members are welcome to play in the recently constructed play area with sandpit. They have a fantastic team of coaches! ...
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Duckenfield

39596 - Duckenfield NSW 2321
The town of Duckenfield is located on the banks of the Hunter River surrounded by rich pasture and farmlands. It was originally part of the estate of the wealthy landowner and businessman John Eales from 1799 to 1871. You can still view two of the estate's houses, Berry Park House and Berry House along Duckenfield Road. Duckenfield sits six kilometres from the historic river port of Morpeth and has beautiful views across the plains to the Hunter River. The town and neighbouring Berry Park offer a mix of Georgian architecture and modern housing. The area has bred fine racehorses and is known as a horse-breeding region today....
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Morpeth Ginger Beer and Gourmet Foods

5 Green Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Here's Cheers! As you taste Ginger beer, just like grandma used to make, brewed on the premises in Morpeth Ginger Beer Factory. Using old fashioned equipment, watch as your cordial is brewed and stirred by hand, bottled just four at a time, labelled individually and packed into cartons ready to deliver to your door.  Taste the finished product, there are 12 other fruit flavours to try as well, such as Portello, raspberry, Mango/Orange, Bitter Lemon Lime, Passionfruit. There are also over 150 varieties of homemade jams, pickles, chutneys and honey. Have a taste of them all and also re-live some memories by reminiscing over lollies from your childhood and delicious fudge in nearly a dozen flavours. ...
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The Bearded Woodworker

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Come along to Guil the Bearded Woodworker to witness him create a variety of beautiful hand crafted artisan wooden gifts. His specialty ranges from turned bowls to fountain pens, pens, pocket watches and more. You can find Guil the Bearded Woodworker in the little hut at the back of Campbell's store. ...
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Illalaung Park

134 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Named after the Wonnarua word for the area around Morpeth, Illalaung Park has tiered gardens and lawn leading down to the Hunter River. With great views of the historic Morpeth Bridge it is an excellent spot to take a short break from the shops and attractions of Swan Street, Morpeth. ...
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John Tucker Park

Maitland Road, Paterson NSW 2421
John Tucker Park is located in the township of Paterson and is located beside the River. It is named after local identity John Tucker who in 1939 purchased a riverside parcel of land alongside a small area already being used as a park by the public. He then presented his purchase to Council, ensuring it would be added to the area on the river bank. Later Dungog Shire Council purchased more land to extend the park. There are covered picnic tables and barbecues available in the park, as well as play equipment. The Paterson New Year's Eve Festival is held at John Tucker Park annually on New Year's Eve. ...
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Morpeth Museum

123 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Morpeth Museum, located at The Courthouse, is centrally located in Swan Street. The State significant building was constructed in 1862 on land donated by Lt E Close – founder of Morpeth. The museum hosts a range of permanent exhibitions that tell the story of Morpeth including the railway, housing, working industries and families. These are supported by a suite of ever changing exhibitions that can focus on different themes of Morpeth and as new and interesting historical elements are discovered or restored. Exhibitions range from early and family history to specific industries as well as the modern perspective. Visitor packages are available for group bookings, including talks, heritage walks and/or morning tea etc. Local family histories are onsite and visitors can research their local roots. School groups are also welcome. Morpeth Museum’s mission is ‘To collect, preserve and interpret the history of Morpeth and district for future generations’. Add Morpeth Museum to your list when you visiting Morpeth to learn the history of the area from friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. ...
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Campbell's Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
At the multi-award winning Campbell's Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through 15 speciality craft shops, tearoom and an investment art gallery. You may select from the work of over 500 of Australia's most talented crafts people, all under the one roof. There are now selected antiques and collectables to view and purchase in Campbell's Store. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer tasting from the 13 flavours, fudge and honey tasting, also come and try the homemade jams, of which there are 134 varieties, so you will find a favourite one. Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two storey beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum, a rain stick and with a variety of educational wooden toys in the wood shop. Or try on an Akubra hat. Free group tours are available during opening hours....
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Morpeth Emporium

2 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Morpeth Emporium is a ladies shopping destination. Situated in the charming village of Morpeth in the Hunter Valley NSW. Its boutique features a diverse collection of international and homegrown labels are unique and affordable. From weddings or races to comfy casual looks they can outfit you from head to toe with fascinators and shoes to match. Morpeth Emporium pride themselves on customer service and recognising the needs of interstate and time poor customers. Check out their online store where you can browse and choose from their entire collection. ...
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Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve

Duncan Street, Seaham NSW 2324
Located in Port Stephens, near Newcastle in the NSW Hunter region, Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve offers birdwatching, bushwalking and Aboriginal heritage. Birdwatching enthusiasts have already caught onto this little gem, which is a habitat for numerous waterfowl. Locals will also tell you it’s a great place for a walk at any time of year, and historically significant in more ways than one. Seaham Swamp Nature Reserve boasts an impressive variety of freshwater wetland habitats, from open water and mud flats to melaleuca forest, open woodlands and pasture. Bring along a picnic, a camera and your trusty walking shoes and you’re all set for a delightful day in the great outdoors....
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Paterson self guided walk

King Street, Paterson NSW 2421
Nestled on the banks of the Paterson River, the historic village of Paterson invites you to step back in time via the self-guided Paterson Town Walk. A self-guided walk around the historic town of Paterson, providing information about its heritage buildings and features The area was originally blanketed in a cedar forest – the ancestral lands of the Wonnarua, Gringai and the Worimi people for thousands of years. As early as 1811 a few small farms were established at Paterson Plains with the first white settlement at Old Banks on the river near Tocal, where convict gangs cut and floated cedar logs down the river. First land grants were in 1821 and in 1833 the town of Paterson was surveyed. European influence quickly spread and Paterson became one of the earliest settled areas on the Australian mainland. A further subdivision in 1840 formed and in 1885 Paterson was proclaimed a town. Paterson continued to prosper as a centre of law and river trade until the coming of the railway in 1911. This event made a dramatic change and Paterson settled into its tranquillity of today. ...
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Tocal Homestead

Tocal Homestead, Paterson NSW 2421
Tocal Homestead has one of Australia's finest collections of colonial farm buildings dating from the 1830's. The heritage site is open on Sunday from March to November. Its well worth the visit. The Homestead is set among magnificent fig trees and overlooks the Tocal lagoon, with the Paterson River beyond. Built in 1840 as a country retreat for Felix Wilson, the house is only one of the fascinating buildings on this site which illustrate the changes in the land use at Tocal since 1822. Farm tours provide an opportunity to experience this beautiful property. The tour includes the beef, horse, dairy and sheep enterprises as well as the natural features of the historic landscape. Tocal is a working farm so visitors are able to view the seasonal activities of the farm operations. ...
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Princess Bazaar

163 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
Princess Bazaar offers a wide range of designer labels worldwide available at Morpeth NSW or online. Whether you are a mother of the bride in search of the ideal formal dress or looking for something unique and beautiful that you can wear every day. They will have something for you. They are the number one destination for Women's Jeans in the Hunter Valley. They Import unique denim from Australia, Spain, Germany, Denmark, L.A and London. Their international labels are: Aratta by Susana Karapetyan L.A Desigual Spain Grace in LA New London Jeans Isay Denmark Bilgola fashion Isabella Boho Zhrill Germany Let me Be L.A Australian labels are: Ruby Yaya Brave and True Talisman Honey & Beau Romance the label Pink Ruby the label Cordelia St Samsaara Gelato Lane Naudic They are only 40 minutes away from Newcastle and the Poklobin Vineyards at the Hunter Valley ...
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Walka Recreation and Wildlife Reserve

55 Scobies Lane, Oakhampton NSW 2320
Walka Water Works, as well as being a popular picnic and recreation area in the Maitland district, is also steeped in history that gives it a special place in the Lower Hunter's heritage. The complex features its pumphouse with striking chimney and ornate brickwork and is one of the largest and most intact 19th Century industrial complexes in the Hunter Valley. The large lake area with over 300 species of birdlife and walking trails surround the lake. Picnic and barbeque facilities are available and there is a children's playground area at the old pumping station built in 1887. The area is also available for outdoor weddings and functions. ...
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The Morpeth Heritage Walk

Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321
A visit to Morpeth is a journey through narrow laneways, sandstone gutters and footpaths into heritage buildings where you’ll discover unique shopping, artisan treasures and delightful treats. It’s fascinating history, beautiful position on the Hunter River and a diverse range of boutiques, cafés, galleries and scenery make Morpeth a popular escape for a weekend away or day trip. The Morpeth Heritage Walk is the perfect way to discover the vibrant history of Morpeth from a colonial river to today. Walk in the footsteps of early Australians, locate the markers and read the intriguing stories and history of buildings dating back to the mid 1800s. Discover fascinating heritage sites on the walk, including Queens Wharf which was one of Australia’s most important inland wharves before the railway and colonial hitching posts for horses. During the 1830s and 1840s Morpeth became the Hunter Valley’s major port. It was at this time a number of major buildings, such as St. James’ Church and Taylor’s Bond Stores were constructed. The town flourished and by 1865 river trade was booming, leading to more significant buildings being built. The Morpeth Heritage Walk takes you to 25 of these sites as you uncover the spirit of Morpeth, its cobbled streets and friendly locals. Morpeth is truly a living museum. Don’t forget to download The Morpeth Heritage Walk from mymaitland.com.au before you arrive....
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