MUDGEE - THINGS TO DO
Offering the discerning traveller a chance to reset their senses, and a taste of what country living might be like, you’ll find Mudgee Region exudes country charm yet offers sophisticated food, wine, heritage and year-round event experiences.
You can do as much or as little as you like.
Winemakers and local producers across the Mudgee Region are extraordinarily passionate about impressing your palate. With over 40 family-owned cellar doors producing a variety of wines and produce, the hardest choice will be which cellar door to visit first.
If you would like to have a few drinks and not worry about driving, we have a few great companies in town that do ‘Wine Tours’, please call:-
Mudgee Valley Wine Tours – James – 0413 282 387
Mudgee Wine Adventures – Adam – 0427 616 699
Tour Mudgee Now and Then – Mark – 0434 602 153
Mudgee Tourist Bus – Ben – 0428 669 945
Through The Grapevine Tours – Rachel – 0418 188 831
Mudgee Wine and Country Tours – 0407 204 150
Mudgee Explorer Tours – 0474 974 785
Mudgee VIP Wine Tours – 0421 948 922
Mudgee Country Kombi – 0411 309 142
Hire a 11-seater bus to drive you around and you organise your own itinerary, please call Big Trev on 0414 359 954 or Vicky on 0428 738 281.
For those who prefer not to cook, here are some companies that will cater for you at Glenayr. Your taste buds will never quite be the same after sampling Mudgee Region’s locally foraged produce.
Loads of Australia’s finest foodies are bragging about their Mudgee Region experience, so why not see for yourself what all the fuss is about.
Local Grazing Platter
The last winery you pass on the way in to Glenayr Farm is Burnbrae Wines so we recommend stopping off to do some wine tasting (they’ve even got their own 548 Lager) and grab one of their delicious take away ‘Local Grazing Platters’ to enjoy for a light dinner or afternoon snack at Glenayr.
Burnbrae’s platter only contains local, homemade & fresh produce and is perfect for two or more people.
Please call Burnbrae on (02) 6373 3504 to book your wine tasting and order your takeaway Grazing Platter prior to your arrival.
General Catering
Whole foods made with love by two passionate foodies. Soul Mamas Catering offer various catering options to the Mid-Western region, which can be customised to suit any dietary requirements whilst still remaining delicious and pleasing to the eye! We offer event and wedding packages alongside breakfast options, grazing tables, platters, picnic boxes, canapes, in home dining. Guaranteed to be full of flavour with a little bit of wow to surprise and delight your guests. Our dedicated team can help create personalised menus when needed.
Mudgee Catering Co is keeping busy with wedding and events and our online shop provides effortless catering solutions for home and guesthouses.
Menus are tailored to suit your specific event, based on the ambience you desire to create, your ‘wish list’ and your budget. Where possible, seasonal and regional produce is sourced to give a full Mudgee experience whilst here. Support in companioning wines and sourcing local premium labels is all part of the service. olive.a.twist is an ‘all terrain’ catering service and will capably work from different venues, bringing a little bit of Sydney into the Mudgee-scape. We work in partnership with many Mudgee accomodation venues to ensure you can relax and enjoy your time away with our ‘HEAT + SERVE’ menu’s.
There is nothing better than sitting by an outdoor fire pit toasting marshmallows and eating smoores or delicious Rocky Road, especially when it is all handmade in Mudgee by Tash from Pebbly Path. Please get in touch with Pebbly Path to place your oder.
Although the award winning High Valley Cheese Co cheese can be found on many menus throughout Mudgee and beyond, customer tastings and sales are available only at The Cellar by Gilbert in Mudgee, 10am – 6pm daily. Currently High Valley Cheese Co boasts nine hand crafted varieties of artisan cheese which are all proudly hand crafted in the traditional manner at their boutique cheese factory in Mudgee. They really do have a cheese to suit every taste from sublime and subtle flavours to those that are rich, bold and mind blowing. Visit at 137 Ulan Road Mudgee. Phone: (02) 6372 1011
Seasonal honey varieties that are local and regional, ranging from gum and eucalyptus to fruit and herbal infusions. Free honey tastings, spiced and liquor meads. Live bee exhibit. Local and regional produce. Café serving honey Ice cream and home-made treats. Gifts and more. Visit at 2 Hill End Road Mudgee. Phone: 02 6372 4478
Aril Estate Olive, Olive Oil, Pomegranate
Premium producers of table olives, extra virgin olive oils, fresh pomegranates and pomegranate syrups located just out of Mudgee on a sheep grazing property and ready for tastings. Visit at 947 Castlereagh Highway, Mudgee. Phone: (02) 6373 1458
Our great outdoors provides a wide range of nature experiences from a bird lovers paradise to Aboriginal rock art, from picturesque picnic areas to rewarding bush walks. Lap it up and enjoy it all.
In the peak of summer, the days and afternoons in our region can be warm, but rest assured, the nights cool down, and the mornings are lovely.
Daytime excursions are ideal for avoiding the heat and a great opportunity to explore breathtaking walks with inviting swimming holes such as:-
– Burrendong Dam / Cudgegong River is a 30 minute drive from Glenayr Farm (or a 30 minute drive from Mudgee). A stunning bush setting with plenty of ‘roos for company. The lake is perfect for all types of adventures. Enter at the Cudgegong River Holiday Park kiosk (where you can grab food and ice-cream). $10 for car entry. Beautiful access for swimming. Click here for more information
– The Drip is a 1 hour drive from Glenayr Farm (or a 35 minute drive from Mudgee). The towering sandstone cliff face is adorned with weeping grasses and ferns, dripping clear spring water in the river below. With ample parking, a spacious picnic area, and public toilets, this adventure is suitable for explorers young and old Click here for more information
– Windamere Dam is a 45 minute drive from Glenayr Farm (or a 25 minute drive from Mudgee). It is a great spot for a day trip for swimming, fishing and watersports. Access via the Cudgegong Water Park. Click here for more information
– Wallaby Rocks, Sofala is a 45 minute drive from Glenayr Farm (or a 1 hour drive from Mudgee). Located just outside of Sofala, Wallaby Rocks is a great rocky creek area to have a dip with kids. Camping and fishing is permitted as well. There are no facilities so you will need to bring everything and take everything out with you but plenty of shade and river banks to explore when you are ready to get out of the water. Click here for more information
– Dunns Swamp is a 1 hour and 30 minute drive from Glenayr Farm (or a 1 hour 10 minute drive from Mudgee).A little bit more of a drive, but a great place to swim and cool down Click here for more information and Southern Cross Kayaking for kayak hire and tours Click here for more information.
To add a touch of indulgence to your getaway, consider incorporating a bit of wine tasting and lunch, followed by an afternoon adventure at one of these magical swimming places.
Join Hannah Edensor, owner & teacher of Good Culture Club yoga studio, for a mindful, grounding yoga experience that’s tailored just for you.
Immerse yourself in 1.5 hours of blissful yoga flow, restorative stretches, guided meditation, and savasana designed to leave you feeling rested and calm. In the unique setting of Glenayr Farm, you can nourish your mind, body and soul, with Mudgee’s rolling hills as your backdrop and the sounds of nature as your only distraction.
A qualified yoga and mindfulness instructor, Hannah will guide you through breathwork that helps to slow your nervous system, calm your mind, and invite ease into the body. Incorporating purposeful yoga flows to clear and cleanse the body, along with deep restorative stretches, you’ll move in ways that prepare you for a soothing guided meditation and savasana with gentle, hands-on adjustments.
For enquiries, email Hannah at hello@goodcultureclub.com.
Imagine relishing in exquisite pampering amidst the serenity of Glenayr Farm, where the symphony of nature’s melodies envelops you in indulgence. Please call Anne from The Pampered Lady on 0488663744 or Virginia from the Energy Healing Massage on 0409 491 967.
Enjoy the thrill of a helicopter ride in the vivid blue skies and experience the breathtaking beauty of a thousand views a minute. Come and see the Capertee Valley, second largest enclosed canyon in the world, part of the world heritage wonder of the Great Blue Mountains Drive and adjacent to the Wollemi National Park, home of the Wollemi Pine. Flight includes long or short joy flights, charter, winery restaurant, pub crawl, wedding, party or remote picnic – you name it.
Please call Mark Lilly from Capertee Valley Helicopters on (02) 6359 0157
Please call Mike Watson from Commercial Helicopters Mudgee on (02) 6372 4918
Mudgee was made for ballooning with its rolling hills, surrounding mountains and beautiful valley. Mudgee hot air ballooning adventures begin at sunrise and are generally scheduled for the third Saturday of each month. Meeting at Blue Wren Wines on Ulan Road, our balloon flights are approximately one hour in flight duration and are followed by a delicious champagne breakfast following the flight.
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/products/balloon-aloft-mudgee
One of the best things about our accommodation is the night sky. With no light pollution the stars are just incredible. The area is considered one of the premier stargazing sites in Australia. If there’s one thing humans across the globe enjoy, it’s looking up at the dark night sky and feeling awe. The movements of celestial bodies in the heavens have filled us with both curiosity and a sense of beauty, sometimes coupled with insignificance and loneliness. Gazing up at the stars can be a humbling and mystifying experience. If you want to take star gazing to the next level, Mudgee Observatory is a 10 minute drive away, where a good variety of telescopes and binoculars are available for visitors to use as well as conducted tours of the night sky.
https://mudgeeobservatory.com.au
Or for those who crave adventure, Mudgee has so much on offer. Please see a sample below or for more information, please visit www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au
There’s lots of ways to explore Mudgee Region. Imagine yourself on a bicycle with the fresh country air filling your lungs and breezing through your hair, cycling the region is definitely one of the most exhilarating ways
Mudgee Golf Club is located only 2 minutes from the heart of Mudgee. The course has almost 80 acres of beautifully parkland grounds with undulating fairways, intimidating hazards and manicured greens. Everything has been designed to produce a golfing venue that will challenge the enthusiast and capture the interest of even the most experienced golfer.
A country town just isn’t a country town without markets to explore. Why not time your visit to coincide with one of Mudgee Region’s regular monthly markets and discover a range of stall holders to grab some locally grown produce, freshly made breads and cheeses, olive oil, handmade textiles, arts and crafts, jewellery, pre-loved books, clothes, knick-knacks and more.
When on holidays it’s comforting to know you can indulge without guilt, right? That’s why we know you won’t want to miss out on our fabulous boutique and chic shopping precinct. Perfect for the indulgent traveller, grab a coffee and go for a wander, you’ll be pleasantly surprised with what you’ll find.
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/things-to-do/shop-like-a-local
The Mudgee Region is home to talented artists of all hues. And why wouldn’t it be, it truly is an inspiring setting. From felt to photography, paintings, sculpture, jewellery, textiles, metal work and woodwork, the variety and quality is quite astounding. Potter around and find your favourite gallery or studio; you may like to purchase a piece or two from local artisans and artists to add to your collection. You’ll also find many local wineries and eateries embracing local art with pieces on display on walls or in their gardens.
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/things-to-do/galleries-and-studios
With stunning streetscapes and museums run by passionate people.
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/things-to-do/heritage-and-museums
Heritage walking tours
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/products/mudgee-heritage-walking-tours
A few minutes down the road from ‘Glenayr Farm’ in the town of Windeyer, the area remains popular for gold fossicking. There is a fossicking area adjacent to the hotel, on Long Creek and adjacent to the Meroo Creek Bridge on the Mudgee approach to the village.
https://www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au/things-to-do/fossicking
We are very lucky to have a heritage quintessential country Aussie pub The Gold and Fleece Hotel 5 minutes down the road, where you can head down for a drink or dinner.
100% OFF GRID
Glenayr Farm allows you to go off the grid, escape the stress of everyday life and soak up the wonderful Australian nature without sacrificing luxury or comfort. Many steps have been taken to ensure your mind, heart and body will be refreshed while minimising your impact on the environment.
With climate change and constant education of reducing our urban footprint, we decided to build Glenayr Farm 100% off grid providing accommodation with a point of difference with luxury Glamping and romantic villas.
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