Now's the time to book your autumn getaway to the beautiful Glen Innes Highlands...
Autumn is just around the corner (March to May) and is a beautiful time of year to visit, as the countryside comes alive with magnificent trees putting on a vibrant show of yellow, orange and red hues.
This popular time of year encompasses Easter (Good Friday 29 March to Easter Monday 1 April), ANZAC Day (25 April) school holidays (QLD: 1 April to 12 April; NSW: 15 April to 26 Apri), and an exciting calendar of events, which sees local accommodation booking fast.
So if you're dreaming of an autumn getaway, the time to book is now!
Read on for ideas to inspire your next visit, and check out our website for more things to see and do in Glen Innes Highlands. | | Discover Your Home Away From Home | | | Discover Your Home Away From HomeGlen Innes Highlands offers a diverse selection of accommodations, ranging from cosy boutique getaways to immersive farm stays and everything in between, catering to all preferences and budgets. | | | Discover Your Next Adventure | | | Glen Innes Highlands Skywalk A brand-new 80-metre-long boardwalk at Centennial Parklands in Glen Innes leads to three viewing platforms that offer spectacular views of the surrounding rural landscape and township.
Visitors can scan a QR code at each platform to access audio stories (including from local traditional custodians, astronomers, geologists and historians) and 360-degree drone footage that has been integrated into a mapping platform for those interested in exploring the beauty, culture and history of the region.
This exciting attraction adds to the unique experience of visiting The Australian Standing Stones National Celtic Monument and The Croft Celtic Cultural Centre & Cafe - all located within Centennial Parklands, via Watsons Drive, Glen Innes. | | The village of Deepwater is a popular location to stay overnight or explore during a road trip rest stop if you're travelling along the New England Highway.
With two great country pubs (Deepwater Hotel & Longhorn Bar & Grill), a brewery that also serves up delicious wood-fired pizzas (Deepwater Brewing), the best bakery on the New England Highway (Deepwater Bakery), a retro diner where you can enjoy tasty food and an old-fashioned milkshake (Susie's Diner), an antique shop with a notably extensive record collection (Echo's Antiques), a second-hand store, and lovely parklands to enjoy a picnic or a dip in the river.
More info | | Highlands HUB for Digital Nomads | | If you need a quiet and convenient space to work remotely, we have the perfect solution! Highlands HUB is a coworking facility located on the beautiful main street of Glen Innes, where you can book a desk or office for an hour, a day, a week or months at a time. | | | The HUB also has meeting rooms, a boardroom, a training room, and a community lounge with a kitchenette and tea & coffee. More info | | Glen Innes Highlands has an exciting lineup of events on its 2024 calendar that we hope you'll join us for.
Save these dates and book your stay so you don't miss out on the fun. | | Glen Innes ShowTHIS WEEKEND! Friday 9, Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 February More info | | | Gourmet Fiesta at the Glen Innes ShowTHIS WEEKEND! Friday 9 & Saturday 10 February More info | | | Minerama Fossicking, Gem & Jewellery ShowFriday 8, Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 March More info | | | Australian Celtic FestivalThursday 2 to Sunday 5 May Tickets on sale 1 March More info | | | Hardly a week goes by where there isn't something exciting to attend in Glen Innes Highlands. Check out our events calendar to find out about more upcoming events across the region. | | Glen Innes Highlands Shop | | | Visit us at the Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre to browse our range of locally and regionally sourced items, unique souvenirs, and gifts, or shop online. | | | Hand-Painted CapThis cap is decorated with an Aboriginal design hand-painted by local artist Lloyd Gawura Hornsby. $40 Shop now! | | Men's Gathering BoardThis is an original one-off piece featuring Aboriginal artwork depicting men gathering at camp surrounded by travel lines. Hand-pokered by Ngarabul artist Bob Blair. $90 Shop now! | | Visit the Glen Innes Visitor Information CentrePop in and chat with a friendly local at the Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre to access a wealth of information on all there is to see and do in Glen Innes Highlands. The centre has maps, brochures, displays about local history and attractions, and a variety of items for sale in the shop.
Location: 152 Church Street, Glen Innes NSW
Opening hours: Mon to Fri: 9am to 5pm Sat: 9am to 3pm Sun: 9am to 1pm Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day: Closed Other public holidays: 9am to 1pm | | | Share Your AdventuresWe love sharing our visitor's experiences on our social media accounts. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and tag us in your posts! Facebook: @GlenInnesHighlands Instagram: @gleninneshighland #gleninneshighlands | | Visit our website for more information on things to see and do in Glen Innes Highlands. | | |