About Armidale

Information about Armidale and surrounding area can be obtained from Armidale Visitors Centre.

Here is a sample of what you will find nearby to Glenhope:

• University of New England – Tour the National Trust original homestead of “Booloominbah”. Visit the Museum of Antiquites and make use of the excellent sporting facilities including an indoor swimming pool
• Nearby Dumaresq Dam – Fishing, swimming, walks and a children’s playground
• Armidale’s gracious heritage city of Cathedrals, the New England Art Museum and Saumarez (Historic) homestead
• Free Heritage Tour of Armidale (bookings essential)
• Experience the breath taking scenery of World Heritage listed National Parks and waterfalls
• Horse riding in the wilderness gorges or at a riding school
• Trout fishing – Bird watching – Golf
• Markets in the Mall- Last Sunday in the month
• Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place
• Research your own family background at The Family History Centre
• Explore the historic town of Uralla and learn about Thunderbolt, the bushranger in 1870, then visit the many second hand bookshops, the popular “Wool Room” plus antique and craft shops
• Green Valley Farm – A unique playground with water slide and farm animals. A favourite with children and  great value
• Sample the cold climate wines at the New England wineries along with a tasty meal.
• Guyra -Fine shopping at gG’s boutique department store and the Blacksheep with a large range of knitting wools

 

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