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Things to do in Wollombi
Part of Wollombi's charm lies in its historic architecture which dates back to the 1800's. The old post office, church, primary school and cemetery were all constructed in the nineteenth century and can be seen from the Wollombi Village Historical Walk.
Wollombi is a great place to see remnants of the Great Northern Road which was constructed entirely with convict labour. Many bridges, walls and culverts of the road are easily accessible from Wollombi. Wollombi and the surrounding Hunter Valley also contains important Aboriginal rock art and engravings, many of which are preserved in the Yengo and Watagans National Parks.
Wollombi is also within easy reach of the many wineries and restaurants in the region and the gorgeous country villages of Laguna, Pokolbin and Broke are also a short distance away.
History of Wollombi
Wollombi was first inhabited by the Darkinjung Aboriginal people. In the local Aboriginal language the name Wollombi means the meeting of the waters. Many traces of the Darkinjung people remain today in the form of camp sites and rock art.
Following the establishment of Newcastle and Maitland, Wollombi became a busy service town on the Great Northern Road which, built by convict labour in the early 1800s, was the first road linking Sydney with the Hunter Valley.
Landmark in Wollombi
The town's most famous landmarks are its glorious heritage buildings many of which date back to the nineteenth century. An historic rural village, Wollombi's heritage and relaxed lifestyle has seen it grow into a popular weekend and holiday destination.
Shopping in Wollombi
Wollombi has a fantastic general store where you can find all of the essentials as well as a terrific range of local products and fresh produce. There are also cafes and a tavern in the heart of Wollombi.
The surrounding towns of Laguna and Millfield also contain excellent general stores and a number of farm gates in the region offer fresh produce for sale.
Nearby Cessnock services the region with supermarkets, banks and chain stores.
Restaurants & Cafes in Wollombi
Wollombi is a food lover's paradise with an excellent mixture of restaurants and cafes. Styles range from hearty country fare to cosmopolitan style eateries with a heavy focus on local produce. Many of the wineries of the area have top class restaurants adjoining their vineyards and of course, with this being the Hunter Valley, a good meal is not complete without being accompanied by the local drop.
Sports & Fitness in Wollombi
Wollombi is a great place for walking and cycling with trails and paths crossing through the town. There are tennis courts in the centre of the village and a number of top class golf courses can be found in the Hunter Valley. Horse riding is also a popular activity in the district
Wollombi is surrounded by the Yengo and Watagans National Parks which include fantastic bushwalking trails with the most popular being Circuit Flat Bridge, Devils Rock, Flat Rock and Mt Lockyer.
Transport in Wollombi
Wollombi is an easy two hour drive from Sydney along the F3 to the Peats Ridge exit. From Newcastle and the Central Coast the drive takes about one hour.
Transportation in Wollombi
Wollombi is 142 kilometres north of Sydney and 29 kilometres from Cessnock.
Real Estate & Design in Wollombi
Wollombi is a charming country village nestled at the southern reaches of the Hunter Valley. Rich in heritage and surrounded by idyllic natural beauty, the town's quiet and laidback lifestyle is perfect for a lazy weekend getaway or a longer bout of rest and relaxation.
Wollombi is also an ideal base from which to explore the wineries and stunning natural beauty of the surrounding ranges. We have a fantastic selection of accommodation options in Wollombi, ranging from country cottages to well appointed holiday homes.
Schools, Institutions, Hospitals in Wollombi
Wollombi Public School and Laguna Public School are the two main primary schools in the area. Secondary students travel to Cessnock High School. Cessnock Hospital services Wollombi and surrounding areas.
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