Pringle Cottage Museum Complex operated by the Warwick and District Historical Society Inc. showing the history of the people, activities and buildings of the Warwick Queensland District.
It has an extensive collection of historical household and industrial items, photographs and farming machinery on display in the seven buildings on the site.
They cater for school groups and tourist coach groups by appointment.
A must‑visit destination for travellers, the Gallery showcases the region's rich artistic identity through a dynamic mix of exhibitions, creative programs and community‑driven events. Visitors can explore an ever‑changing lineup of inspiring touring exhibitions alongside works that celebrate local talent and stories.
The Gallery features two distinctive spaces: a main gallery that hosts major exhibitions, and a light‑filled foyer gallery with garden views, perfect for a relaxed and welcoming visitor experience.
So if you're planning a weekend escape or exploring Warwick's cultural scene, check the latest exhibitions and events to make the most of your visit.
As one of Queensland's earliest settlements, Warwick is home to some of the State's most interesting European history. Gazetted in 1847, Warwick's first land sales occurred in 1850. As the town became established, stone from local quarries was used to construct the many fine sandstone public and private buildings for which Warwick is justly famous. After 1900, a second building boom gave Warwick a legacy of many fine Federation-era timber and brick buildings. Travel back in time with this walk that will take you past some of Warwick's most grand heritage buildings. The best way to find and admire all of this magnificent architecture is with the official Southern Downs Visitor App.
Download the official Southern Downs Visitor App and start planning your next Southern Downs adventure today. The Visitor App is the ultimate travel resource for the Southern Downs that helps you explore even more.
This trail is 6.75 kilometres long and will take just under 2 hours walking time to complete. Extra time will be required to take in the history and admire the architecture. If the total distance is too far for you to cover on foot, you may prefer to jump in the car to look at some of the buildings that are furthest from town, such as the Warwick National School, the National Hotel, the Warwick Railway Complex, and Cloisters.
Discover the artistic side of Warwick. Start by exploring the hive of visual art and cultural activity that is the Warwick Art Gallery and then step out on a walking tour of the city's many and varied public art installations. This is so much more than an opportunity to admire amazing artwork. It's also a chance to learn about the thoughtfulness, resilience, pride, sophistication, culture, and creativity of the people who live here.
Download the official Southern Downs Visitor App and start planning your next Southern Downs adventure today. The Visitor App is the ultimate travel resource for the Southern Downs that helps you explore even more.
The Australian Rodeo Heritage Centre (ARHC) is solely dedicated to the spirit of rodeo and the cowboy. This quaint yet captivating museum stands as a testament to the rich history and tradition of rodeo, offering visitors a journey through time to explore the roots of this iconic Australian pastime.
Located in Warwick, QLD, ARHC is a space created in 2006, originally funded by the Australian Government through several regional development programs, the Warwick Shire Council and the Australian Professional Rodeo Association.
As one steps through the doors of the Rodeo Heritage Centre Museum, they are greeted with an ambience that resonates with the spirit of the outback. The rustic charm of the museum and its interior, adorned with vintage rodeo memorabilia and artifacts, transports visitors back to a bygone era when life on the frontier was defined by grit, determination, and a deep connection to the land.
The museum's collection is a treasure trove of relics that chronicle the evolution of rodeo from its humble beginnings to the electrifying spectacle it is today. Visitors can marvel at an impressive array of exhibits, including antique rodeo gear, vintage photographs capturing iconic moments in rodeo history, and even authentic cowboy attire worn by legendary riders of yesteryears.
Morgan Park is a major sport and recreation facility located on Old Stanthorpe Road only few minutes from Warwick town centre and houses a range of sport clubs and organisations.
Morgan Park has become well known for its international events, including the inaugural Polocrosse World Cup, the Horse Trials World Cup Qualifier, and state motor racing championships.
Morgan Park is known as the home of horse power and hosts equine events nearly every weekend including horse trials (equestrian), polocrosse, and equine driving.
The Park also home to Morgan Park Raceway which stages dirt bike, drag racing and circuit racing events.
Birdwatchers love the Morgan Park Resource Reserve - keep an eye out for more than 20 species of birds including quails, ducks, raptors, needletails, kingfishers, fairy-wrens, honeyeaters and parrots.
An events calendar and a list of spotted bird species is available from Warwick Visitor Information Centre.
Warwick Kart Club – Queensland's Premier Country Karting Destination.
Nestled in the heart of the Southern Downs, the Warwick Kart Club is a hidden gem for motorsport enthusiasts and visitors looking for a unique thrill in Queensland. Just a short drive from Warwick's town centre, the club is home to one of the region's most exciting karting circuits, known for its fast straights, technical corners, and family-friendly atmosphere.
On race days, the energy is electric – the sound of engines, the speed of the karts, and the friendly rivalry all make for an unforgettable experience. Even if you're not a racer yourself, the Warwick Kart Club offers an entertaining day out for families, with viewing areas that bring you right up close to the action.
More than just racing, the club is a vibrant community hub, run by passionate volunteers who are dedicated to growing the sport and welcoming newcomers. Whether you're a seasoned karting fan, a curious traveller, or just looking for something different to do in the Southern Downs, the Warwick Kart Club is a must-visit attraction that captures the excitement of grassroots motorsport in Queensland's countryside.
At 1003 metres long and with a density of 36 Warwick Kart Club is the ideal place to race.
The track is open via bookings everyday of the week for private hire or practice.
Just 15 minutes from Warwick on the beautiful Southern Downs, Washpool Campgrounds offer a beautiful bush-setting campground on the banks of Leslie Dam.
Pitch a tent, bring your swag or tow your caravan - these campgrounds cater for all. If you want to enjoy the dam itself there are multiple options available - whether the adrenalin of water skiing and jet skiing or the challenge of chasing the mighty Murray cod and monster golden perch with rod and reel or even just a quiet paddle in your kayak or even a refreshing swim - this site caters for everyone.
The high-quality all-weather boat ramp at the dam makes access to the water as simple as possible.
As for the campsites themselves, choose between powered or unpowered and the very considerate caretakers will provide fire drums to assist with your open-fire cooking needs. Washdown as well as full hot and cold showers and disabled facilities make this a very popular destination of choice for tourists to the region. Come for a day or stay for a week!
Just 20 minutes from Warwick on the beautiful Southern Downs, Connolly Dam campgrounds offer a beautiful bush setting campground on the banks of Connolly Dam.
Pitch a tent, bring your swag or tow your caravan - these campgrounds cater for all. If you want to enjoy the dam itself there are multiple options available. Chase the mighty Murray cod and monster golden perch with rod and reel or even enjoy a quiet paddle in your kayak or even a refreshing swim - this site caters for everyone.
As for the campsites themselves, Connolly Dam is home to 20 unpowered grass sites. There are no designated sites - all available on a first come, first served basis.
Facilities include a toilet block with disabled facilities, hot showers and a dump point for caravans. Please note there are no pets or fires allowed.
The shop stocks Gleneden Farm's organic produce, including beef, pork, nitrate-free woodsmoked bacon & ham, handcrafted soaps, preserves, and gifts made on-farm.
Farm tours, bookings are essential. Come and meet the farmers, visit and farmyard animals, explore the farmhouse orchard, vegetable garden, and enjoy time outside in the fresh air. Farm Tours for schools and groups are welcome at other times - see our website for further information.
Gleneden Farm is a 650-acre organic working property, Just a 90 minutes' drive south-west of Brisbane. Nestled in a forested valley on the western side of the Great Dividing Range, Gleneden Farm is a picturesque property with old-world style charm. Owned and managed by 4th generation farmers Rohan and Fiona Morris, Gleneden Farm produces organic 100% pasture-fed beef and lamb and pastured (free-range) rare breed pork.
Family-friendly environment catering for those with special needs and interests; free parking for cars, buses, and vans. Disabled toilet facilities onsite.
Gleneden Farm also offers Camping, Last of the Bullockies Australian Heritage Trade Demonstration, featuring the Gleneden Bullock Team, Backsmithing and Bushcrafts as well as Heritage Skills Workshops for schools and groups.
Sit at the 17-seat rosewood and leather table, that seated the Executive Council when Queen Victoria declared Queensland a colony in c1859! See original pictures of the government’s Executive Council. Enjoy the ambiance of tasting excellent award-winning wines, situated in a yesteryear atmosphere of collectibles and antique furniture. To complete the picture a warm, open log fire awaits, at the Cottonvale Cellar Door.
Enjoy the picturesque mountain views through the vines and pine trees, whilst indulging in award winning wines.
Three wines scored 95 points (out of 100), and this was published in The Australian Newspaper on Easter Saturday, 2020. A total of 9 wines submitted achieved the highest score in QLD and placed Heritage in the top 8% of Australia. Awards include:
Varieties include: Whites: Ansonica*, Chardonnay, Fiano*, Frizzante, Frontignac*, Marsanne*, Muscat Secco, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Savagnin* Sparkling Chardonnay, Verdelho*, Vermentino*
Reds: Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec*, Muscat, Nero D’Avola*, Rosé Cabernet, Sagrantino*, Sangiovese*, Sparkling Shiraz, Shiraz Mourvèdre Grenache*, Shiraz Viognier*, Tempranillo*.
Heritage Estate is proud to feature in the Granite Belt’s StrangeBird Trail, representing emerging wine varieties.
Winner of Trip Advisor 2023 Travellers Choice and AGFG 2022-2024 Readers Choice Award.
This quaint railway siding has photographers stopping in their tracks, literally. The view down the railway track with rustic, character-filled buildings flanked on either side makes it a favourite with photographers.
The buildings across the tracks from the railway siding were originally cold store buildings for local apples. Today these buildings are also in a disused state and what remains has rustic beauty for photography.
The siding is no longer in use, however once a month a steam train passes this way enroute from Warwick to Stanthorpe taking tourists for a day tour with Southern Downs Steam Railway. Please be watchful for trains or maintenance on the tracks and be aware the buildings are not open for public access.
Find Thulimbah Railway Siding at the intersection of Granite Belt Drive and Amiens Road, next to The Big Apple.
Stanthorpe is where all of Queensland’s apple crop is grown, with more than one million trees surrounding the area it's no surprise this is where you can find The Big Apple.
Stanthorpe’s Big Apple is 13km north of Stanthorpe along the New England Highway in the area called Thulimbah. The Big Apple sits outside Vincenzo’s at The Big Apple – a cafe, deli and wine bar.
Stop of a photo holding up the apple, pretending to eat it – we and visitors alike can’t help but stop to take these fun photos.
Why a big apple?… well Stanthorpe and particularly the Granite Belt villages north of Stanthorpe such as Thulimbah are where all of Queensland’s apple crop is grown. There are orchards everywhere around the countryside and Stanthorpe even has it’s own Stanthorpe Apple and Grape Harvest Festival every second year in February/May.
A Little Bit of History… The Big Apple was built in 1978 by local tradesman John Ross and erected by Brian Wilmot at Vincenzo’s a popular tourist spot near Stanthorpe in Queensland, Australia. The Big Apple was originally painted green, but has since been pained the colour of a red Royal Gala apple.
The Darling Downs Zoo is situated in a beautiful rural setting on the eastern Downs - midway between Toowoomba and Warwick - just over two hours drive from the Brisbane Central Business District.
This Zoo is being developed so that you travel the animal world with a walk through the geographical areas of Australia, South-east Asia, Africa and South America.
Already the Zoo features the only pride of African Lions in Queensland, Giraffe, Cheetah, Hyena, Baboons, Monkeys, Marmosets, African Serval, endangered Sumatran Tiger, Sri Lankan Leopards, tropical birds, Kangaroos and White Kangaroos, Deer, Crocodiles and Alligator, Boa Constrictors and Tortoises, unusual South American animals like Red-handed Tamarins and Capybara and much, much more. The Zoo is also home to the only White Lions living permanently in Queensland and the largest herd of Zebras and Giant Tortoises in this State!
The zoo is open to the public from 9am every day. Closed only on Christmas Day.
Picnic facilities are available, there is a kiosk and gift shop with EFTPOS and free parking for all vehicles including coaches and caravans. The entire zoo is wheelchair accessible, although not friendly, being uphill, so assistance is required in some areas.
The original bushranger hideout for 'Thunderbolt' who roamed the New England Tableland.
Donnelly's Castle is a granite rock formation that you can walk between, around and over. The massive boulders are just as spectacular as some of the rock formations in Girraween National Park and is far more accessible for young adventurers.
This rock formation, which you will find a short drive out of Stanthorpe near Pozieres, was named after Ned Donnelly, an early settler of the area. Now a crown recreation reserve, the area is maintained with picnic tables and barbecues.
The site offers boulders to scramble over and hidden passageways to explore, as well as spectacular views of the surrounding area from the 200 metre walk to the top.
Highland Station is a private experience for families and friends to come and immerse themselves with highland cows, goats, alpacas and chickens.
A complete tour of the farm is offered where guests can get up close and personal to the animals for pats, brushes and treats.
The property also offers sunrise and sunset experiences with the Highlands where a snack basket can be purchased to enjoy together whilst witnessing the granite belt's stunning sunrise and sunsets, all in the company of the cutest, fluffiest and friendliest animals imaginable.
Perfect for a weekend escape, Koreelah National Park offers World Heritage rainforest, camping, swimming, walking and great birdwatching; all just a few hours from the Gold Coast.
Escape the city lights and step into a world teeming with wildlife, hidden away in the remote corners of the Northern Rivers region. Just a few hours drive from the Gold Coast and Ballina, Koreelah National Park provides a perfect weekend getaway and a beautiful car touring route.
Connect with nature and see magnificent World Heritage rainforest that hugs steep slopes overlooking eucalypt forests and peaceful valleys. Enjoy easy walking, remote camping and fantastic birdwatching.
Take an easy stroll along Gorge walking track and spend the afternoon swimming in natural pools and spotting wildlife in the rocky gorge. Keep an eye out for platypus, koalas, sugar gliders, brush-tailed rock wallabies and glossy black cockatoos. Then settle for the night and enjoy the tranquillity of the bush at Koreelah Creek campground.
The Granite Belt Maze offers an amazing experience, where each customer has to solve their own unique riddle, while navigating their way through the maze.
These riddles don't help you find your way, instead they make you search every part of the maze from start to finish, and actually get you lost. Then there's another timber maze and a hexagonal maze with obstacles.
There's a fairly challenging nine hole mini golf course, a giant musical instrument to play. Around the grounds are some great photo opportunities, with a guillotine, stocks and a giant chair.
They have a well stocked kiosk with pies, sausage rolls, ice creams and tea & coffee, cold drinks, toasted sandwiches, hot dogs, beef/ chicken gravy rolls etc and snack foods.
The mazes and golf offer hours of fun and entertainment for all age groups.
Take an easy stroll through sclerophyll forest and explore Koreelah Creek Gorge on this short walking track. It’s only 10 minutes from Koreelah Creek campground, but there’s so much to see along the way.
You’ll see rugged peaks that rise to the west and dark green foliage of hoop pines clad to the steep cliffs. Keep a lookout as you wander along the creek for platypus swimming in the large pools of water.
Once you arrive at the gorge, stop for a while, take a refreshing swim in the cool waters or find a spot on the rocks to sit and admire the local wildlife. You might just see a brush-tailed rock wallaby on the steep rocky slopes of the gorge below the waterfall. It’s also a great place to listen out for frog calls in summer and excellent for birdwatching all year round.
Nestled in the quiet, picturesque countryside of Stanthorpe, Queensland, Highland Station offers a peaceful agritourism escape in the heart of the Granite Belt. The charming, family-owned farm is a welcoming haven designed for those looking to slow down, disconnect from the rush of everyday life, and create unforgettable memories in nature.
While Austin and Winston, the photogenic miniature Highland cows, are the undisputed star attractions, visitors can also get up close and personal with friendly resident alpacas and cheeky goats. Exclusive, private farm experiences ranging from golden sunrise sessions to tranquil sunset encounters give guests a full 60 minutes to brush, feed, and capture beautiful photos with all the animals.
Perfect for families, couples, and animal lovers exploring the region, Highland Station is an immersive country experience. Whether looking for a unique weekend activity, a romantic countryside date, or simply wanting to experience true country hospitality, a visit to the farm promises fresh air, beautiful scenery, and plenty of fluffy animal cuddles. It is the ultimate addition to any Granite Belt itinerary.
You'll learn some fascinating history on a visit to the memorial of Sister Elizabeth Kenny (born 20 September 1880, died 30 November 1952). Sister Kenny had a significant world-wide impact on the treatment of polio (Infantile Paralysis), one of the world`s most devastating diseases.
Sister Kenny lived in Nobby and received world recognition for her revolutionary treatment of polio victims in the early to mid twentieth century. She challenged the then current medical practice of immobilising muscles affected by polio and proved that exercising them aided in patient recovery.
This memorial chronicles her life and gives an account of the battles she had with the male-dominated medical establishment of the day.
She is buried in the peaceful Nobby cemetery which overlooks the wide, rolling hills, and her life is also commemorated by a local memorial park.
Established in 1998, Aloomba Lavender is a working farm with a cafe and gift shop.
When you visit, enjoy Devonshire tea, coffee, and other tasty products while enjoying the serenity of the farm, which covers 6 acres with approximately 12,000 plants.
If you wish to visit outside of the regular opening times, please phone to make an appointment.
Nestled in the heart of the Granite Belt wine region, South East Queensland is family owned and operated Granite Belt Christmas Farm. Renowned for bringing the 'Christmas Spirit' alive all year round, there are a bundle of 'must do's' on the farm for the whole family.
Granite Belt Christmas Farm's specialty is creating a family fun atmosphere where memories can be made and traditions created. Let the kids explore Santa's animals, wander through the fields of real Christmas trees and savour the fresh smell of pine or visit the farm in harvest season and let the kids pick the perfect tree for your family festivities.
Capture the magic of Christmas through the doors of our 3 magical stores and browse the spectacular range of Christmas decorations and gifts. Taste, indulge and enjoy Mrs. Claus' festive hand crafted sweet treats and gourmet products.
Tooloom lookout offers extensive scenic views of the deep green canopy of World Heritage Tooloom Scrub and west across farmland and forested hills out to Great Dividing Range. It's only a short stroll from Tooloom picnic area to the ridge top through tall eucalypt forest, with a yellow understorey of blady and kangaroo grasses, and acacia scrub.
Along the way, keep an eye out for southern angle-headed dragons basking in the warming sun clinging to the side of a stump, sapling, or tree buttress. You'll have to look carefully because they're experts in camouflage. If one sees you first, it's likely to slide silently from view rather than dash for cover. You're also likely to see at least one of the 10 different species of wallabies and kangaroos on your way to the lookout. Black-striped wallabies, also known as scrub wallabies, have a distinct dark stripe running from neck to rump.
