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Adorabella Home

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Adorabella Home

Adorabella is the leading manufacturer of wall hangings and cushions in Australia. Sourcing the highest quality fabric directly from weavers in Europe and the USA - Established 1982. Adorabella is committed to leading the industry by taking pride in manufacturing items to the highest standards, by regularly introducing innovative and creative styles and by entering into arrangements with suppliers.

Mittagong NSW

2.5 km away

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Fitz Roy Iron Works

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Fitz Roy Iron Works

The Fitz Roy Iron Works was the first iron works in Australia, which operated between 1848 to the 1890s and established the industry in this country. The enterprise struggled to be successful over the subsequent decades, but assisted in establishing the iron industry in Australia. The exposed remains of the protected site are located in the underground car park of Highlands Marketplace, 197 Old Hume Highway, Mittagong NSW. These remains have been conserved, maintained and displayed with permanent public access provided as part of the interpretation, communication and celebration of the history of the significant place. The Historic Walk is a self-guided walk focusing on the Ironworks that helped shape the town of Mittagong.

Mittagong NSW

2.6 km away

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Gibbergunyah Reserve

Natural Attractions

Gibbergunyah Reserve

Gibbergunyah Reserve is one of contrasts with secluded, shady walking trails and sunny, rocky outcrops to picnic on – a calm respite from the hurly-burly of town. At over 800 metres Ninety Acre Hill Lookout has sweeping views of the distant Blue Mountains from its lichen-clad boulders. Wombats and echidnas make their lairs in the crevices of the rocks below. There is a view of Mount Gibraltar from the Gib Lookout. The bushland ranges from open woodland on the drier edges to tall moist fern-carpeted forest in the deeper gullies and is typical of sandstone ridges in the area. A variety of brightly coloured flowers bloom according to the season and tall banksia await fire to open their spiky, rock-hard seed pods. The 200-hectare Reserve which is roughly 1.5 kilometre square links Mittagong and Bowral. It may be entered from either. From Mittagong, the northern access is at the end of Howards Lane, Welby. Access from Bowral is via a walking track beside a fairway of the Gibraltar Bowral Country Club. Trail Maps are located at both entrances. The downloadable map is indicative only, no distances are shown. Maps are also available from the Southern Highlands Welcome Centre.

Bowral NSW

2.8 km away

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Gibraltar Golf Course

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Gibraltar Golf Course

A round of golf at the picturesque Gibraltar course offers a relaxed and unique golfing experience for the competitive, social or family golfer. It's never boring, it's never rushed, as you work your way around the peaceful, well-tended fairways and greens that merge harmoniously with the natural contours of the land. The course has plenty of water features and undulating fairways, providing interest and challenge for beginners and experienced golfers alike. The course looks easy on the card but is one of the more interesting courses you will play, with varying demands placed upon your golf game. There is something here for everybody, with the course set amongst the most stunning beauty nature has to offer and breathtaking views!

Bowral NSW

2.9 km away

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Mount Jellore Lookout

Natural Attractions

Mount Jellore Lookout

Mount Jellore Lookout is located in the Mount Gibraltar Reserve, Bowral. It is regarded as the finest view on the mountain with the Mittagong-Bowral Road and the Main Southern Railway. In the far distance, the Nattai and Kanangra wilderness areas and the Blue Mountains (Katoomba) can be seen. To the north-west, farmland gives way to the bush of Mount Alexandra Reserve on the other side of the Old Hume Highway. In the middle distance, Mount Jellore can be seen protruding above the dissected plateau. Maps are available from the Southern Highlands Welcome Centre.

Bowral NSW

3.0 km away

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Tabatinga Mittagong

Amusement and Theme Parks

Tabatinga Mittagong

Tabatinga Mittagong is a pay-for-play Family Fun Centre suitable for children aged up to 12 years. It is a great place to take the family for some fun and social time. Tabatinga Mittagong is not just a play centre, it is also a venue for parties, with two fabulous party rooms and there are different themes to choose from - just wait until you see the 'Disco' Room. Tabatinga Mittagong also offers a 'Drop & Dine' service every Friday and Saturday night from 6pm to 9pm, so parents can enjoy the facilities and services of the Mittagong RSL Club knowing that their children are happy safe and nearby.

Mittagong NSW

3.1 km away

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Mount Gibraltar
Image credit: Destination Southern Highlands

Natural Attractions

Mount Gibraltar Heritage Reserve

Mount Gibraltar, at 863 metres, is a collapsed volcanic core composed of very hard rock called Mount Gibraltar Trachyte or micro-syenite. 150 million years ago it pushed through the Hawkesbury Sandstone to form a high mountain now largely eroded by wind and water. Mount Gibraltar is the highest point between the Illawarra Coast and the Great Dividing Range. It offers a range of short walks, with duration times of between 10 and 45 minutes. Numerous lookouts are accessible from Mount Gibraltar. All native plants, animals, rocks and timber are protected. Mount Gibraltar is located in Bowral and maps are available from the Southern Highlands Visitor Information Centre, Mittagong.

Mittagong NSW

3.1 km away

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Nattai Gorge Lookout
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Natural Attractions

Nattai Gorge Lookout

Nattai Gorge Lookout is located at the end of the Box Vale Walking Track, Mittagong. This very popular track follows the route of a historic railway line from Welby to the Nattai escarpment. There are no hills to climb and the walk is interesting, through cuttings and a railway tunnel 90 metres long. The lookout boasts stunning views of the Nattai Gorge and you can see in the direction of the Blue Mountains, on a clear day. Box Vale Walking Track maps are available from the Southern Highlands Visitor Information Centre.

Mittagong NSW

3.2 km away

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Box Vale Mine Walking Track and Lookout

Natural Attractions

Box Vale Mine Walking Track and Lookout

The Box Vale Mine track follows the formation of a historic railway line and passes through cuttings, along embankments and through a tunnel 84 metres in length. Although much of the surrounding terrain is steep and rocky, the four-point four-kilometre walking track has easy grades and the return walk takes about three hours. There is also a 1.8-kilometre spur track through pleasant bushland to 40-foot falls and a very steep track leads to a vantage point below the falls. Picnic tables and barbecues are provided near the track head car park. Box Vale Mine Walking Track Maps are available from the Southern Highlands Welcome Centre (Information Centre).

Mittagong NSW

3.2 km away

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A Fine Line Quiltery

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A Fine Line Quiltery

Long arm machine quilting services located in Mittagong providing quality edge to edge designs. Finishing quilt tops to gift, love and cuddle by offering endless design possibilities, quality stitching in premium thread, luxurious wadding and a quick turnaround time to make your quilt top unique and complete. Also offering extra-curricular tuition and masterclasses.

Mittagong NSW

3.3 km away

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Lake Alexandra - Mittagong
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Natural Attractions

Lake Alexandra Reserve

Lake Alexandra in Mittagong Township is a man made lake which started life as a dam supplying water for engines hauling coal to the Fitzroy iron mines almost 140 years ago. A park land reserve surrounds the lake and aquatic birdlife lives in profusion on the water and shores. Barbecue facilities and shelter sheds are available. The whole area has been revamped and renovated. Lake Alexandra has a fantastic picnic and children's play area. There is also, a Liberty swing for the disabled - key required for access. There is a lovely 600 metre walk/cycleway around the lake. Why not stop and feed the local ducks, geese and turtles.

Mittagong NSW

3.4 km away

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A Van Called Delilah

Entertainment Venues

A Van Called Delilah

A Van Called Delilah has become a local institution in the Southern Highlands and can be found at markets, breweries, festivals, fetes and private parties from Bowral to Bundanoon and everywhere in between. They have even been know to venture as far as the South Coast, the south of Sydney and Canberra! Delilah is a food truck offering the perfect blend of casual fun, youthful exuberance and hearty good food. She may look beautiful with her signature black and white vintage styling, but it's the quality of her food offerings that has customers coming back again and again.

Mittagong NSW

3.6 km away

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Victoria House Needlecraft

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Victoria House Needlecraft

Victoria House Needlecraft stock a range of local and imported needlecraft supplies in Mittagong. Create your own masterpiece with Australia's oldest speciality needlecraft store. They have ten rooms of beautiful needlecraft for you to escape to, enjoy and lose track of time. Victoria House Needlecraft specialise in Knitting and Crochet, Needlepoint and Tapestry, Cross Stitch, Crewel and Embroidery. They supply all the threads, fabric, books, accessories and advice you need to start a new hobby, develop existing skills, indulge in passion, and make something beautiful. Don't stitch and want to learn? Check the website for information on classes. Can't think of a gift? Buy someone you love, something they love from Australia's best range of local and imported needlecraft.

Mittagong NSW

3.8 km away

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Barbaras Storehouse - Mittagong

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Barbaras Storehouse - Mittagong

They offer relaxed shopping in a vibrant setting. Barbara's Storehouse is a shopping experience not to be missed. Unique and affordable homewares and furniture sourced locally and abroad. Furniture and homewares, glassware, kitchenware, rugs, cushions, candles, napery, vases, bowls, door knobs, outdoor furniture, lamps, desks, decorative ladders, just gorgeous things for all tastes and budgets.

Mittagong NSW

4.1 km away

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Fox in a Box Bowral Reception
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Amusement and Theme Parks

Fox in a Box - Bowral

Fox in a Box Bowral is the only escape room venue in the Southern Highlands. With four immersive rooms conveniently located in the central hub of Bowral, teams must work together to find clues, solve a series of puzzles and escape within 60 minutes. Fox in a Box Bowral is ideal for social activities, Birthdays, Children's parties, Bucks and Hens nights. The ultimate team building activity for Corporate and large groups.

Bowral NSW

4.2 km away

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Endota Spa Bowral

Spas and Retreats

Endota Spa Bowral

For locals and visitors alike, endota day spa Bowral is the perfect escape from everyday cares and an opportunity to reconnect with your 'best me'. endota day spa Bowral is located in a beautiful 120-year-old terrace house with all its original heritage features. Consider them as your exclusive country wellness retreat within the old-world charm of the Southern Highlands.

Bowral NSW

4.3 km away

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Country Accent
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Country Accent

Country Accent began 21 years ago, continually growing and evolving to become one of the finest and most competitively priced artificial flower stores in Australia. They also offer an extensive range of skin care products, high quality candles and homewares. Country Accent is a family-owned business founded by Kim and Alex Orchard in 1995. Their sons Will and Toby are now actively involved in the continued growth and running of the business into the next generation. Over the years it has established an excellent reputation only offering the highest quality and excellent service to its customers. It truly is a memorable experience and one that many customers return frequently to enjoy. The store is situated in the breathtaking Southern Highlands, in the town of Bowral on the main shopping strip. From wine tasting, dining, shopping to bushwalking and enjoying the natural beauty Bowral has it all.

Bowral NSW

4.3 km away

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Corbett Gardens during Tulip Time

Natural Attractions

Corbett Gardens

Corbett Gardens in Bowral is the showpiece of the Tulip Time Festival and dates back to 1911 when, at Mrs Ada Corbett's suggestion, the local tourist association purchased Deadmans Paddock for a public park. Corbett Gardens, located in the centre of town, boasts a huge array of tulips and colourful springtime bulbs, shrubs and trees. Corbett Gardens in Bowral, one of the region's oldest and most beautiful parks, is the centrepiece of the Spring Garden Festival with over 75,000 massed tulips on display and 15,000 annuals. The Festival attracts over 40,000 people each year and is held at the end of September over two. This garden is a public garden and is managed by the local council. Entry to the garden is free of charge most of the year. However, an entry fee applies during the Tulip Time Festival . There are also some days when Corbett Gardens is closed for the setup and pull-down of event infrastructure. These dates can be found on webpage.

Bowral NSW

4.3 km away

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Barbara's Storehouse - Bowral

Shopping and Markets

Barbara's Storehouse - Bowral

Barbara's Storehouse provides a relaxed shopping experience in a vibrant setting, making it a destination not to be missed. The store offers unique and affordable homewares and furniture sourced both locally and internationally. Barbara's Storehouse features a wide variety of items, including furniture, glassware, kitchenware, rugs, cushions, candles, napery, vases, bowls, door knobs, outdoor furniture, lamps, desks, and decorative ladders.

Bowral NSW

4.3 km away

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Bowral Fine Jewellery
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Bowral Fine Jewellery

Bowral Fine Jewellery is a proudly family-owned and operated local business, led by the passionate husband and wife team, George and Rebecca. As master and qualified jewellers, they specialise in fully handmaking exquisite custom bespoke jewellery and offering expert fine jewellery repairs. Their elegant boutique showcases a stunning collection of the finest jewellery and natural loose gemstones, with each piece meticulously crafted with care and precision. Whether seeking a unique, one-of-a-kind design or requiring a professional repair, clients can expect exceptional craftsmanship and personalised service—all completed within their beautiful boutique located in the Grand Arcade, Bowral. A wide variety of beautiful fine jewellery is available in-store for customers to explore and enjoy.

Bowral NSW

4.4 km away

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Acacia Fine Jewellery

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Acacia Fine Jewellery

Acacia Fine Jewellers is your one stop store for beautiful Australian-made jewellery. You'll find an an on-site jeweller that specialises in bespoke designs, perfect for engagement rings and wedding jewellery. Acacia also offer remodelling and repairs for jewellery and also watch services. They offer an in-house jeweller, bespoke jewellery, custom remodels, resizing, clean and polish, rhodium plating and watch batteries.

Bowral NSW

4.4 km away

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Bare Body Beauty Co.

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Bare Body Beauty Co.

Bare Body Beauty Co. is a company founded on the principles of natural ingredients and sustainability. A high percentage of the products that they make are edible (although probably not the tastiest). Their thought process is keeping things as natural and close to nature as possible. Bare Body Beauty Co. started out selling three handmade products at the Berrima markets and is now selling in Bowral and Byron Bay locations.

Bowral NSW

4.4 km away

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Bowral Store- High Street

Shopping and Markets

Bare Body Beauty co Bowral

Their home in the Southern Highlands, right in the heart of Bowral. This is where Bare Body Beauty co began and continues to grow, surrounded by the beautiful community that has supported from the very beginning. Bare Body Beauty co is an Australian natural skincare and body care brand, created in the Southern Highlands of NSW. Their products are handmade in small batches using simple, natural ingredients, with a focus on creating products that work and feel beautiful to use every day. Their stores are all about experiencing the products for yourself. Come in, try the products, discover the range and chat with the amazing team. Their interactive playstations give you the opportunity to try all of their products in store before choosing your favourites.

Bowral NSW

4.4 km away

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Jarwall - the happiest place in the Highlands

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Bowral's Sweets and Treats

Happiest place in the Highlands! Specialist chocolate and sweet shop focusing on Australian gourmet products and huge selection of Sweets and Treats from around the UK, USA and rest of the world. Whether it is a childhood favourite or the latest candy craze they will have it. They even have some of the craziest chilli sauces you can find.

Bowral NSW

4.4 km away

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