Insiders Guide to Tenterfield
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Stonefruit Bar
Award-winning wine bar in the main street with seasonal local produce, Campos coffee and hand-picked wines. Stylish and soulful.
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The Little Nook
Charming café in the main street for hearty breakfasts, delicious homemade cakes, great coffee and warm hospitality. Don’t miss the Nooki Bowl!
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Bad Manners
Located in Manners Street, Bad Manners is famous for its Blackboard coffee, gluten-free donuts, hot chips, firepit and local produce. It is the home of Eat Street Events.
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The Corner Cafe
The Corner Cafe – Corner Rouse & Molesworth Streets. Bright café in restored building with generous brunches, smooth coffee and local chatter.
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The Bohemian Tea Room
The Bohemian Tearoom located in the Main Street, on the outskirts of town.
Lush vintage-style tearoom with decadent cakes and generous servings. Outdoor garden play area for kids too. -
The Potting Shed
Visit this main street institution for antiques, plants and brunch all in one. Unique setting and slow charm. Soak up the beautifully restored building.
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Fields Specialty Coffee
From its main street location right near the pool, Fields offers great coffee, vibes and pizzas every Friday night!
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The Courtyard Cafe
From its unique home in the School of Arts, head to the Courtyard Cafe for its leafy courtyard, homemade fare - epic brunches - and an easy-going pace.
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Bula Eats
Fijian-Indian takeaway Fridays. Hearty curries available from a converted shipping container at the skate park - just behind Coles. All gluten-free. Truly unmissable!
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Commercial Boutique Hotel
Restored Art Deco pub serving up-market pub classics and boutique drinks. Book ahead to check opening hours.
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The Royal Hotel
Tenterfield’s first licensed premises recently restored in High Street. Eat & drink at Munro's bar & kitchen or the George Inn restaurant.
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Tenterfield Golf Course
Bistro dining in Pelham Street with peaceful views of one of the Australia’s greatest country golf courses - all with a friendly club vibe. Eat in the restaurant or in the bar.
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Ruben & Flax
A refined blend of homewares, linen, candles and curated local treasures. Located in Tenterfield’s main street.
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Make it Tenterfield
Gifts, fashion, crafts and art located in the main street – all handmade by Tenterfield locals.
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My Notes From Gallery
Art, stationery and slow-crafted gifts with soul. A place of calm. Home for Peakvue Pottery.
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White Cottage Flower Farm & Antiques
A stunning antique-filled garden estate with wisteria arbours and flower farm. Visits by private appointment only.
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The Tenterfield Saddler
Visit the iconic Tenterfield Saddler in High Street. Step into history and music. Peter Allen’s legacy in an original building.
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Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts
The main street location of Australia’s
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Tenterfield Railway Museum
A must not miss piece of rail history. Lovingly restored in Railway Avenue, see trains and momentos of yesteryear. Cover charge applies.
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Centenary Cottage Museum
Tenterfield Centenary Cottage Museum consists of the Cottage Museum, General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery, Petrie Pioneer Cottage and machinery from a bygone era.
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Captain Thunderbolt's Hideout
Bushranger Captain Thunderbolt’s cave hideout, just 12km north of Tenterfield on Mount Lindsay Rd. Easy 150m walk to explore history tucked into granite and bush.
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Mount Mackenzie Lookout
At the top of Mount Mackenzie Road and only 10 minutes from Mirumiru. Iconic lookout with golden hour views.
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Boonoo Boonoo Falls
In Boonoo Boonoo National Park you will find cascading waterfalls, wild swimming and Banjo Paterson’s romantic proposal site to his beloved Alice Manners.
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Bald Rock
Don’t miss climbing Australia’s largest exposed granite rock. Suitable for more adventurous walkers and families.
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Tourist Route 9
One hour scenic drive through rugged ranges and high country farmland. Nature at its rawest. Only a short distance from Mirumiru.
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Currys Gap Reserve
Walk through the old-growth forests, which are home to a number of vulnerable animal species. Entry is via a gate on the Mount Mackenzie Road.
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Balancing Heart Vineyard
Only 20 minutes from Mirumiru on Old Wallangarra Rd. Stunning mountain backdrop. Charcoal & Scarlet spit dinners. Family friendly.
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Symphony Hill Wines
Neo vino, rare varietals and stellar reviews. A top pick. Eukey Rd Ballandean.
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Ballandean Estate
Qld’s oldest winery. Big, bold reds and rich heritage. Onsite restaurant. Sundown Road Ballandean.
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Ridgemill Estate
Trendy and tranquil with elegant drops and lovely hosts. Donges Road, Severnlea.