Things to do around Essington Park
Planning a farm stay at Essington Park? If you get tired of relaxing at the Shearers’ Quarters and lapping up country life at our boutique B&B, there’s so much to do in and around Oberon to keep you entertained. Start exploring with these tips from your host, cook and entrepreneur Simmone Logue, who made this beautiful region her second home.
Things to do around Oberon
Performances
Check out a performance at The Malachi Gilmore Hall, a privately owned multi-use arts space in Oberon.
Nature lovers
Don’t miss the area’s stunning natural beauties like Jenolan Caves, Kanangra Boyd National Park, Evans Crown Nature Reserve, Mayfield Garden, the Blue Mountains National Park, and the marvel of high country trail rides.
Arts, crafts and curiosities
Visit the charming town of Hill End, the Bathurst Regional Art Gallery. And browse for collectibles in Oberon at Rotate Interiors and Coopers Antiques.
Culinary adventures
Try trout fishing, mushrooming, or a Red Ground Australia truffle hunt. Tour the Orange winery region. And don’t miss Wayne Barker’s butchery for the best lamb cutlets in the country.
Markets, festivals and events
Rockley Gardens & Art Festival
Tarana Community Farmers Market
Oberon Community Farmers Market
Fancy a hit of golf?
Oberon: the foodie’s guide
The Australian asked Simmone Logue why she’s so inspired by Oberon as an epicurean destination – her answer will make your mouth water.
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More information
See what’s on when you’re in town at the Oberon Visitor Information website.
“The bountiful produce lured me in”
SIMMONE LOGUE