Orange NSW
Orange NSW
Orange in NSW is your ideal place for a great getaway. If you enjoy food, wine and a romantic rural setting, head west to Orange. The city is characterised by beautiful tree-lined streets and charming houses dating to the early twentieth century. It also has outstanding public parks, and is a substantial and sophisticated rural service centre. It lies at the heart of some of New South Wales’ richest and most bountiful agricultural land.
The city is known for its excellent local produce, its impressive vineyards and its fine dining restaurants. It is also known for its impressive autumn colours and its bitterly cold winters. It regularly gets snow in winter and is known as the country’s snowiest city.
The Orange region is renowned for its produce and cool climate wines. Both of which are showcased in Australia’s longest running food festival, Orange F.O.O.D (Food of Orange District) Week. The event is held annually in April.
Orange NSW – Birthplace of Banjo Patterson
Clancy of the Overflow – one of Banjo Patterson’s most popular books
The birthplace of Banjo Paterson, has rich agricultural land, undulating hills and an inspiring setting. It is bound to bring out the poet in anyone. Soak up the rich heritage and culture of Orange with a self-guided heritage trail. Or amble along country streets taking in local architecture and attractions.
It is known and accepted that A.B. ‘Banjo’ Paterson was born at Narrambla near Orange on 17 February, 1864. But there is a problem. Some people argue that he was born at the home of John Templer, a local mill owner. He was the husband of Paterson’s great-aunt Rosamund, but no one is sure where the home was.
One of Banjo Patterson’s Possible Homes
On the road to Ophir, 5 km from Orange, is a white monument, unveiled by Paterson’s widow in 1947. The monument declares that this was the location where Andrew ‘Banjo’ Paterson was born. There is a pleasant park area where enthusiasts can enjoy a picnic and appreciate the rolling countryside.
Local Heritage and Attractions
The City of Orange’s rich history spans from the traditional Wiradjuri land owners. But it also includes colonial settlers, gold miners and commercial traders. Get a brochure from the Visitors Information Centre and take a self-guided tour of the local streets. On the Orange Heritage Trail you’ll discovering the architectural beauty of the city. Orange region offers plenty of natural attractions and National Parks. Mount Canobolas a popular spot for bushwalking, bird watching, picnics and camping.
Wineries and Local Foodie Experiences
Winery in the Orange Region of NSW
Orange is the ideal place for food lovers to meet the maker, chat with a vigneron and discover the best places to eat and drink. You’ll also find plenty of places to stay from camping, charming B&B’s to luxury hotels for the perfect weekend getaway.
Orange produces cool climate wines of distinction and is known for crisp white wines and spicy, lighter-bodied red wines. With more than 80 vineyards in Orange wine region, wine tasting is one of the best things to do in Orange. You’ll find plenty of cellar doors to sample including Philip Shaw Wines open daily from the beautifully renovated bluestone barn. Sample premium wines at Swinging Bridge with a bucolic outlook towards Mount Canobolas. Hop on a local wine tour, head on a seasonal truffle hunt or sample the local delights during Orange Wine Festival for the ultimate foodie experiences.
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