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Shopping and Markets
There's nothing like a leisurely stroll through a country market, brimming with artisan wares and home made goods. There's always plenty of treasures and treats to take home form markets in Somerset for the freshest produce, original handmade items and friendly country hospitality. The Esk Country Markets are held every Saturday morning at Pipeliner Park in Esk.
Esk QLD
0.1 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Esk RSL Sub Branch museum shares the stories of Australia's military history with locals and visitors to the town of Esk. Take a step back in to history with the extensive collection of military memorabilia and the commissioned mural. Learn about the local military history from the local volunteers.
Esk QLD
0.3 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
With a diverse array of art on display throughout the region, you are guaranteed to find something that will excite and revive your creative senses. Visit the Glen Rock Gallery and enjoy a variety of works by artists from Somerset and surrounds. Exhibitions are coordinated by the Somerset Art Society and change monthly. The gallery is housed within the Great Room at the Esk Visitor Information Centre.
Esk QLD
0.3 km away
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Parks and Gardens
Pipeliner Park is located along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail in Esk. The park offers a free day use area with public toilet facilities, shaded picnic tables and benches, BBQ facilities, plenty of grass area for picnics, and a children's play area with playground. Bike racks are also available for use.
Esk QLD
2.1 km away
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Sports and Recreation Facilities
Llamas are unique animals, each with their own character and personality. Ottaba Llamas was established in 2010 and offers you the opportunity to take your own llama for a trek through their beautiful area. Their friendly llamas will be your companions as you lead them along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail near Esk for our Llamas and Lattes walk. A great activity to do with the family, whether it be a walk along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail at Ottaba or Llamas and lattes walk at Esk or Linville. They have a llama to suit everyone. You can arrange a time for a Llama Encounter/Farm visit- where you can meet their various camelids - Llamas, Alpacas, and their Camel, as well as the usual farm animals - donkey, mini goats, cattle, horses, sheep, chickens, and turkeys. They cater to groups as well as being mobile and able to bring Llamas to schools, universities, aged care, weddings, parties, and their new mobile Llamas and Lattes.
Ottaba QLD
9.8 km away
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Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield is located near the town of Toogoolawah in the Somerset region. The original runways and buildings were built in 1942 as part of Australia’s World War II defence program. After the war the airfield was no longer required by the military, so the buildings were removed and the airstrips returned to their previous agricultural use. In the 1980s a small group of dedicated recreational pilots re- discovered the airfield and undertook the enormous task to return the airfield to its original glory. Today the airfield is used by sport and recreational aviators and encourages the public to come along to their events throughout the year.
Cressbrook QLD
16 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery is a unique cultural precinct, formerly home to the Nestle condensed milk factory packing facility in Toogoolawah, Queensland. It was officially opened to the public on Wednesday 2 December 2015. The Condensery is a producer and presenter of contemporary visual arts content and is committed to showcasing work by living artists that diversifies the experiences, knowledge and capacity of the community and visitors. Through the presentation of exhibitions, arts education and public programs, The Condensery has become a creative and cultural hub for community and visitors alike. Owned and operated by Somerset Regional Council, the gallery supports local creatives through employment and exhibitions, and provides access to creative development opportunities for all.
Toogoolawah QLD
17 km away
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Agritourism
Cumquats Australia is a farm-based visitor destination located at Cressbrook in Queensland's Brisbane Valley, near Toogoolawah and the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. Operating from a working family farm, the property combines a beef cattle enterprise with an orchard of more than 500 cumquat trees, a commercial ginger crop, an on-site distillery and a farm gate shop. Visitors can learn about the cultivation and processing of cumquats and ginger, and discover how farm-grown produce is transformed into a range of value-added products, including preserves, liqueurs and gin. The farm provides a direct connection between agricultural production and small-batch food and beverage manufacturing. The property's gin and liqueurs are crafted using fruit grown on the farm, while future production plans include eau de vie and brandy made from fruit harvested from the orchard. This paddock-to-bottle approach enables visitors to experience the complete journey from crop production through to finished product. Several of the property's fermented alcohol products have been developed and fermented on-site in collaboration with the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI) at The University of Queensland. This collaboration has supported the application of research-based fermentation methods and product development processes. Through farm experiences, tastings and retail sales, visitors gain insight into speciality fruit production, regional food and beverage manufacturing, and the agricultural heritage of the Brisbane Valley.
Cressbrook QLD
17 km away
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Entertainment Venues
A real country picture theatre boasting authentic canvas seats, with the modern digital cinema experience. Operated at the Alexandra Hall by the Toogoolawah Progress Association, the pictures are generally held fortnightly on a Saturday night. Enjoy a tasty treat with a snack bar onsite, serving fresh popcorn, hotdogs and movie snacks at affordable prices.
Toogoolawah QLD
17 km away
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Spas and Retreats
BlissOut by CC is a holistic wellness brand offering complementary modalities for aligning the body, mind, and spirit. Reflexology for hands, and feet, supporting the client's physical and emotional well-being. Breath technique exploration & sit with silence meditation facilitation. Handcrafted artisan skincare, formulated with mature and sensitive skin in mind. Bowen therapy, a non-invasive remedial body technique using subtle moves on the body. Wellness support products. Weekend wellness events.
Toogoolawah QLD
17 km away
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Spas and Retreats
Discover your path to Wellness and Rejuvenation at Elouera@Somerset Remedial Massage Clinic. Located on-site at the Toogoolawah Motel in the picturesque Somerset Region. Remedial Massage and Beauty Treatments Include: Remedial Massage, Work and Sport Injury, Hot stone, Pregnancy massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, Deep Relaxation. Facials, Waxing and Tinting. The clinic offers a sanctuary for Rejuvenation, Healing and Relaxation. Their experienced Therapist is dedicated to providing treatments tailored to your unique needs. They extend your wellness to include aromatherapy supplies for home care. Discover a place where every treatment is designed to revitalize the Body, Mind, and Spirit. Associated member: Australian Traditional Medicine Society. Bookings essential.
Toogoolawah QLD
18 km away
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Landmarks and Buildings
Take a step back into yesteryear - Coronation Hall was originally a picture theatre used by the builders and their families during the construction of Somerset Dam. The venue is in its original condition and boasts country character coupled with high ceiling and open spaces. The venue is in the perfect location (close to Lake Somerset) and suitable for vintage or rustic themed weddings. Coronation Hall is owned and managed by Somerset Regional Council, in South East Queensland.
Somerset Dam QLD
19 km away
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Natural Attractions
Lake Somerset provides a great variety of recreational facilities, along with being a part of southeast Queensland’s water grid that supplies the region’s drinking water. Enjoy the day-use areas at Kirkleagh, The Spit, Somerset Park and Westvale. Designated swimming areas are located at Kirkleagh and The Spit. Motorised and non-motorised watercraft are allowed on the lake including water skiing, jet skiing, wakeboarding and tubing. Don't forget to grab your boating and fishing permits before heading out or dropping a line. If you want to stay longer there are a number of private campgrounds, holiday houses and retreats close by. Find out more about the accommodation around Lake Somerset at the Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre. Seqwater manages the recreation facilities at Lake Somerset. Before heading to the lake check Seqwater’s recreation and safety notices.
Somerset Dam QLD
21 km away
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Natural Attractions
Leading adventurous souls through ancient mountain trails to discover the most breathtaking secret waterfalls and tranquil nature spots in Brisbane. Truly believing the most breathtaking paths are the ones rarely taken. Dedicated to sharing the secluded wonders of Brisbane's hinterland, from cascading falls to ancient forest canopies. Every journey, leading you to connect with the raw beauty of nature, ensuring your adventure is as safe as it is awe-inspiring.
Dundas QLD
26 km away
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National Parks and Reserves
With 20 hectares of natural bushland to discover, Jensen’s Swamp is perfect for spotting some of our favourite furry and feathery friends. As a protected habitat for native flora and fauna, Jensen’s Swamp is home to over 67 species of birds, brushtail possums, squirrel and sugar gliders, bandicoots and echidnas.
Lowood QLD
29 km away
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Shopping and Markets
Folk Art- Lowood's community cooperative selling locally made crafts, home baked goods and home grown plants and product. Volunteer members have been serving the Somerset community for over 40 years with dedication and passion. Visitors and bus groups are most welcome to explore the unique handmade offerings. Volunteers operate the centre.
Lowood QLD
29 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
Originally a produce store, this small historic building became the Open Door Gallery in 2008. The gallery is operated by the Lowood Lions Inc, with volunteers opening the doors three days a week to visitors. The gallery hosts exhibitions of local Somerset artists, along with a range of workshops throughout the year.
Lowood QLD
29 km away
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National Parks and Reserves
Discover spectacular scenery, granite outcrops, a scenic waterfall and eucalypt forest remnants in Crows Nest National Park on the edge of the Great Dividing Range. Few places have such a wonderful variety of eucalypt trees from gums to stringybarks, bloodwoods and ironbarks, delighting the amateur naturalist. The park is a haven for wildlife including platypus, swamp wallabies, echidnas, bandicoots, lace monitors, birds, and the brush-tailed rock-wallaby, which is vulnerable to extinction in Queensland. Discover Crows Nest Falls, on the Crows Nest Falls Lookout track, where water plunges 20 metres over steep granite cliffs. Extend the original 2.1 kilometre circuit by adding the Kauyoo Loop to The Cascades, Kauyoo Pool and Bottlebrush Pool, where you're able to take a dip on a hot summer's day. Continue to adventure 4.5 kilometres to Koonin lookout for a glistening birds-eye-view over the Valley of Diamonds and spot brush-tailed rock-wallabies, rosellas and fantails. Stay overnight in the small bush camping area to watch nocturnal bandicoots and gliders at night. Book camping in advance.
Crows Nest QLD
30 km away
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Agritourism
A short Scenic drive, 45 minute from North Brisbane, a seasonal field grown flower farm. Growing from August through to March, offering flower picking experiences, events and workshops. Macadamia Floral Farms ticketed events and flower picking are a must do. we also offer hands on floral workshops teaching the skills of experienced florist, to help you create the bouquet of your dreams. We offer farm fresh flowers on our farm stand in Mitchelton and posts on our social media when stocked. We also sell seed and pre-ordered seasonal bouquets when in season . We are also the home of Macadamia House , short term accommodation on farm.
Laceys Creek QLD
31 km away
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Natural Attractions
Just half an hour's drive from Toowoomba, Crows Nest Falls can easily be combined with a visit to nearby Ravensbourne National Park. Weeping bottlebrush, river she-oak and forest red gum line watercourses while dry vine scrubs grow in sheltered gullies where soil and moisture accumulate at the Falls, a prominent feature of Crows Nest National Park. After good rain, water tumbles through eucalypt forest along a series of boulder-strewn cascades, before plunging 20 metres over Crows Nest Falls into a waterhole surrounded by steep, granite cliffs. The Falls are a haven for native birds and provides many opportunities for birdwatchers. Wildflowers, including the rare Acacia granitica, flourish in the shallow, rocky soils and provide colourful displays in spring and summer. Explore Crows Nest Creek, the falls and the Valley of Diamonds by following walking tracks that start at the picnic ground. Lookouts provide lovely views. Seasonal wildflowers provide interest for photographers and naturalists, and spotlighting for nocturnal native animals can be rewarding. Picnic and camping areas are provided (a camping permit is required). The campground includes unpowered sites for tents and caravans. Showers, toilets, barbecues, tables, water and firewood are also provided.
Crows Nest QLD
31 km away
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National Parks and Reserves
South of D'Aguilar National Park and less frequented, Mount Mee Forest Reserve offers a quieter, more laid-back alternative for four-wheel driving, along with opportunities for horse riding, bushwalking and mountain biking. Surrounded by eucalypt forest, winding trails and scenic spots, it's a place to slow down and explore at your own pace. For those seeking something off the beaten track, the search for the secluded Rocky Hole swimming area is well worth the effort. Hidden among the trees, it's a rewarding spot to cool off after a day of adventure. Access is recommended for 4WD vehicles only.
Mount Mee QLD
32 km away
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Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Fernvale Murals were conceived as a community project to help re-establish pride and confidence in the town after the trauma of the 2011 floods. There are three murals located around the Fernvale Memorial Park along the Brisbane Valley Highway. The design of the murals is not intended to show the town exactly as it was, but rather to illustrate the life of the growing community. The buildings seen in the murals are taken from photographs of the actual building which stood in Fernvale in the early days, some of which can still be seen in the town today.
Fernvale QLD
33 km away
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Natural Attractions
Looking for a quiet spot to drop a line or take the canoe or kayak out for a spin? Fish where the locals fish and visit Savages Crossing. Located along Banks Creek Road, it is just a short five-minute drive from the township of Fernvale. The crossing is a beautiful spot where you can get back to nature and unwind in this tranquil creek setting. Catch a fish or go for a paddle in your kayak or canoe, you won't be disappointed.
Fernvale QLD
33 km away
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Natural Attractions
When the beaches are too busy and you want to escape the crowd of people, Rocky Hole in the Moreton Bay hinterland is the place to go. Etched into the natural contours of Mount Mee, this swimming hole is easily accessed, just a short 200 metres from the car park (though only accessible by 4WD). Home not only to a beautiful waterfall, but an adorable timber swing. The water can become quite deep in areas, however, there are shallows spots perfect for the little ones to frolic and play, collecting pebbles or watching for small fish. Only accessible by 4WD. For your safety, Queensland National Parks advises to take care near waterholes, never dive or jump into the water and take care on wet and slippery rocks.
Mount Mee QLD
34 km away
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