Besties & Blossoms: Plan a Girls’ Weekend in Bathurst This Spring
Spring has arrived in Bathurst, bringing blossoming gardens, warmer days and the perfect excuse to gather your besties for a weekend away.
Whether your ideal girls’ getaway involves brunch and boutique shopping, beautiful gardens, a little pampering, cellar doors or simply catching up over a long lunch, Besties & Blossoms is all about slowing down, reconnecting and enjoying the best of Bathurst in spring.
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And getting here can be part of the adventure. While the journey from Sydney may look a little different right now, there are still plenty of ways to reach Bathurst. Explore Other Ways to the West and discover alternative routes that turn the road trip into part of your spring escape.
Start your escape with somewhere special to stay. Gather the group at one of the region’s beautiful country properties, including Yarras Homestead, Littlebourne Guest House, Lawsons Estate on Macquarie Farm, Mutton Falls at Tarana, Wilga Station or historic Bishops Court Estate. From heritage homes and country estates to luxury rural stays, there’s plenty of room to settle in, pour a glass of something local and make yourselves at home.
Spring in Bathurst is made for getting outdoors. Wander beneath the blossoms of Machattie Park, spend a day surrounded by spectacular colour at Mayfield Garden, or head into the countryside to discover White Rock Lavender Estate. If you’d rather leave the driving to someone else, Bathurst Tours can take care of the journey while you relax, chat and enjoy the scenery together.
A girls’ weekend also calls for a little indulgence. Book some time at Macquarie Medi Spa – Luxury Day Spa & Skin Clinic, or visit BMB Recovery for a restorative experience including treatments such as cryotherapy, infrared or traditional saunas and compression therapy. For something a little more traditional, enjoy Devonshire tea at the Teahouse – Specialty Tea Shop or make a date for Strawberries and Cream or High Tea at Abercrombie House.
Of course, no weekend away is complete without brunch. Find a table at Moubar Vintage, linger over coffee at The Hub Espresso Bar and Eatery, head out to Bathurst River Café in Kelso, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at Dejorja Café, or take in the views over breakfast or lunch at Harvest Café & Store.
Then it’s time to explore. Browse the latest exhibition at Bathurst Regional Art Gallery, time your visit with the Bathurst Arts Trail, or fill your basket with regional produce at the Bathurst Farmers’ Market. For a little retail therapy, discover Dejorja and Co, Diversity Fashion, Teahouse – The Tea Specialty Shop, The Old Rectory, The Leadlight Studio & Gifts and T Arts Gallery.
As afternoon rolls around, Bathurst’s wine country awaits. Discover handcrafted wines at Winburndale Wines, visit the cellar door at Renzaglia Wines, sample Italian varietals at Vale Creek Wines, or make your way to Rock Forest Vineyard for cool-climate wines and beautiful country views.
Gin lovers aren’t forgotten either. At Bathurst Grange Distillery, you can discover locally made gin and whisky, including its Rose Garden Gin – perfectly suited to a Besties & Blossoms escape.
When it’s time for dinner, keep the conversation flowing over share plates and local wine at Norma Joan, modern Japanese at Kisuya Japanese Restaurant, rooftop dining at Bootleg Dining, or woodfired pizza and drinks at Church Bar and Woodfired Pizza.
If a country pub is more your style, Bathurst and the surrounding villages offer plenty of places for a relaxed drink, including The Victoria Hotel, The Oxford Bathurst, The George Hotel, Family Hotel Bathurst, The Panorama Hotel Bathurst, Firewater Hotel, The Rockley Pub and Hill End Micro Pub.
For something a little different, head to Croftdown Farm for sundowner aperitifs surrounded by spectacular Central West views, grazing board, bubbles and golden hour included.
Besties & Blossoms isn’t about trying to squeeze everything into one weekend. Pick the experiences that suit your group, leave some room for spontaneity and enjoy having time together.
So send the group chat, choose your dates and start planning your spring girls’ weekend in Bathurst. Come for the blossoms, stay for the food, wine, gardens and experiences, and head home with plenty of new memories together.