Blind Freddy’s

Blind Freddy’s Bushranger Tours take you to the actual locations in the Central West where the likes of Ben Hall, Frank Gardiner and Johnny Gilbert roamed during the gold rush era of the 1860s. Revisit the 1860s – Today! Listen to the fascinating stories.

Phone: (02) 6344 3215

Canowindra Historical Museum

The Museum depicts the development of Canowindra from the 1840s frontier township to its growth as a rural centre. Horse drawn vehicles, vintage farm machinery, textiles, household memorabilia and a slab hut recall the pioneering days.

Phone: 0439 436 174

David Isbester Gallery

A small artist run gallery showcasing the work of Aussie artist David Isbester. The studio/ gallery/ home is located in the bustling main street. The building, once The Union Bank of Australia and was built around 1910.. Whilst the gallery is open only by appointment, paintings and prints are available online.

Phone: 0428 528 814

Melissa Barber Galleries

Melissa’s unique style of painting will intrigue  you. She opened her first gallery in Canowindra in 1999 which established a strong independent approach.  Come in and view her work. Whilst there have a coffee, a bite to eat and a chat with the artist. The gallery  is open on weekends and public holidays.

Phone: (02) 6344 3116

Phone: 6344 1780

Old Vic Inn

The seasonal a la carte menu strives to highlight the best of the local area including beef, lamb, pork and an abundance of fresh produce. The licensed restaurant is open for lunch Thurs to Sunday and  dinner Thurs to Saturday. The restaurant is open any day or night for group bookings of 10 or more..

Phone: 63441009

Canowindra Trading Post

Visit the café to start your day.The friendly staff provide light meals, coffee, tea, shakes, cakes, and cold drinks. You  can’t beat the delicious selection, Relax indoors amongst the giftware or outside in the  garden setting. The cafe and gift store is open 7 days.

Phone: 63231101

Canowindra Services Club

Typical country club bistro food All meals are served with salad and chips or vegetables. Open for dinner Monday to Wednesday and lunch and dinner on Thursday to Sunday! Full bar facilities and TAB available. Enjoy the ambience of a small country club

Phone:63441397

Montrose House

Style, sophistication and old world charm combine for an unforgettable experience.Your host, Tommy, will spoil you Fine dining, tapas and high teas are all available. Select from a variety of menus and BYO drinks. Bookings only for groups of ten or more people.

Phone: 6344 1006 or 0450 122 266.

Bowlng Club Chinese

The restaurant serves Chinese and Thai meals cooked freshly to order. There is an extensive menu. Open Tuesday to Sunday. Eat in or take away.

Phone: (02) 6344 3262

Finn’s Store

The store and cafe serves local wines, regional roasted coffee and bountiful food, situated in the faithfully restored TJ Finn building; a landmark in the heritage ‘bendy’ main street.

Phone: 0428 441 841

The Rogue Carriage

Family Cafe/Restaurant and Takeaway  Good food,friendly staff, great ambiance, Eat inside or relax in the courtyard. Local produce and coffee.

Phone: 0467 261 281

Rosnay Organic Wines

An organic vineyard and orchard located in Canowindra. Rosnay was created by the Statham family in 1997, and produces certified organic wines, olives, and figs.  The family’s wine growing heritage begins with Florence Statham’s french grandfather, Alberic Dulong de Rosnay.

Phone: (02) 6344 3262

Wallington Wines

Started in 1990 when Margaret & Anthony moved from Sydney to escape the city life.  Over the  years,  their dream of creating boutique byodynamic and organicallty certified wine has come to fruition. At The unique straw bale cellar door you can taste winesthat are hand crafted from bud to bottle on site.

Phone: 0428 441 841

Antonios

Antonio’s wines are simply created for maximum pleasure. The wines are authentic, varietal, well balanced and offer moreish mouth feel. my His wines are special in that they are textured and elegant.  His early winemaking passion was borne working beside his father in the Roccastel vineyard.

Phone: 0417 893 278

Canowindra Trading Post

This is a multi-award winning store located in the heart of Central NSW. Our store offers a unique array of gifts, homewares, jewellery, furniture and garden features. Canowindra Trading Post also incorporates a coffee shop, serving delicious cakes, meals and refreshments seven days a week.

Phone: 63231101

The Blue Bowerbird

This store offers a large range of unique collectables and gift-wares ranging from rustic garden art to windmills, rustic garden ornaments, miniature porcelain animals, tin signs, collectible teapots, paperweights. tea sets, mini porcelain figurines, man-cave products and much more.

Phone: 0418 597 386

Canowindra Craft and Hobbies

Craft supplies including knitting yarn, needles and patterns. Haberdashery including lace, buttons, zips, much more. Fresh baking daily and offering cakes and biscuits. Handmade gifts, knitted goods, baby wear, jewellery. Local produce- jams, chutneys, free range, eggs, pickles and honey.

88 Gaskill St

Canowindra Creative Centre (CCC)

This shop is run by a not-for-profit group. The store is open Friday to Sunday in the main Gaskill street. They proudly sell quality unique local and regional products including art, craft, plants, wood work, handy daily living gadgets and much more

Phone: 0487 801 767

Virginia Cullane Books

Virginia Cullane books is run by Jenny, daughter of bibliofile, Virginia Cullane. They have rare, out of print and general secondhand books. Specialising in Military, Children’s, Australiana, Family and Local Histories. Book search service available. Open: Thurs, Fri, Sat 9am-5pm. Sun 10am-4pm

Phone: (02) 6344 1437

 Gift Shop @ Age of Fishes

The Gift shop at the  AOF Museum and Information Centre stock fossils, gems, minerals, local hampers and produce including Rosnay, Tall Poppy, La Barre and Meeraboo. A full range of souvenirs,educational toys,calligraphy,books, hats and clothing. Visitor information, maps and brochures

Phone: 6344 1008

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Hologram – Cowra Visitors Centre

The P.O.W. Theatre is a nine minute hologram that recounts the tragic story of the Cowra Breakout in 1944. The Theatre is a small tin hut that is a replica of the Nissen huts found at the Cowra Prisoner of War Camp during World War II. The hologram is a young woman who tells the story as a local while interacting with original artifacts from the Camp. This is a ‘must see’. Open daily.

Phone: (02) 6342 4333

Spectacular Gardens

Orange Wineries and Cellar Doors

Home to more than 80 high altitude vineyards and 30 plus cellar doors, discover a lacework of wine and drink trails leading to an impressive range of boutique and family-owned wineries, breweries and cider houses, each with their own unique charms.  Gaze upon the picturesque Towac Valley from one of the highest altitude vineyards in Australia.

Cold Climate Wines

Phone: (02) 6852 3001

Elvis Museum, Parkes

The King’s Castle Elvis Exhibit, located at the Henry Parkes Centre on the northern end of Parkes, is a unique collection of original Elvis memorabilia owned by Greg Page. The exhibition displays genuine Elvis artefacts which were owned by Elvis or directly connected to his life and are on display telling the story of the on (and off) stage life of one of the world’s greatest entertainers. The museum is wheelchair accessible and is open daily.

Phone: 1800 624 365