2026 Autumn Colours Heritage Festival
A celebration of Bathurst’s heritage during its most spectacular season. Autumn is a magical time in the Bathurst region when residents and visitors alike enjoy the explosion of colour that […]
A celebration of Bathurst’s heritage during its most spectacular season. Autumn is a magical time in the Bathurst region when residents and visitors alike enjoy the explosion of colour that […]
Drawing on Museums of History NSW’s rich collections, experts will deliver an illustratedpresentation of the history of houses, interiors and gardens in NSW, followed by a Q&A.There will also be an opportunity to view original collection material such as wallpaper, tradecatalogues, tiles, architectural pattern books and historical garden sources. Adult $15; Concession $11; Chifley Home […]
Enjoy a visit to Perthville Convent Heritage Centre, site of the first Convent of the Sisters of Saint Joseph in NSW. Begin with morning tea in the Sisters’ dining room, followed by a guided tour of the Centre. View the historic buildings and learn of the Sisters’ story. The beautiful surrounds, the peaceful chapel and […]
his is a rare opportunity to learn the fascinating history of the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon. Explore the three floors, meet one of our local carillonists and enjoy the playing of the instrument from within the clavier room. Special requirements: tour participants must wear flat shoes, be able to climb 61 steps in the tower […]
The final official Autumn Colours Carillon recital, performed by a local Bathurst Carilloniston the Bathurst War Memorial Carillon. Please join us in beautiful Kings Parade at 1pmfor a free recital on our unique Singing Tower. Download the full program here https://www.bathurstregion.com.au/autumn-colours/
A factory on the Blayney Road has been home to a variety of manufacturing businesses overthe decades, including the notable clothing company California Fashions. During this tour,historians from the Bathurst District Historical Society will help uncover the site’s rich history andshare insights and stories from former employees of the fashion manufacturer. Visitors will alsoenjoy a […]
4 April 1876 was an important day in Bathurst’s story: the day when the railway arrivedin town. This event changed Bathurst in many ways, including the provision of manyemployment opportunities. Join members of Bathurst Family History Group for a wanderaround a section of Bathurst General Cemetery to learn some of the railway stories behindthe headstones. […]
Spoil your Mother this Mother’s Day with this popular High Tea which includes scrumptioussavoury and sweet treats. A variety of leaf tea, plunger coffee and elegant live classicalCeltic harp music. Main rooms and gardens are open to explore. This is an outstandingafternoon of elegance and style, taking you back to an older and more refined […]
How does that one go again? Neglected even amongst Beethoven’s even-numbered “B-side” symphonies, No. 4 in B flat can be slow to spring to mind, but once that effervescent first subject banishes the mock-gloomy introduction, the delights of this work come flooding back. “Masterclass” is applicable, but it’s far too much fun for that. The […]
Pack a picnic lunch and take the kids down to the miniature railway to enjoy a few rides on working scale model trains, just across the road from the Adventure Playground. Covered shoes must be worn. Trains run the 3rd Sunday of the month, weather permitting.
An extraordinary journey from South Sudan to the stage. “In this country, you think it’s your right to have three meals a day. Me, where I came from? I think it’s a miracle.” From South Sudan to Egypt to Australia, this is the extraordinary journey of Mandela Mathia. Fleeing his war-torn home as a child, […]
Eric Hill’s beloved puppy comes to life on stage in a show that’s fun for the whole family, with puppetry, songs, and puzzles for children aged 18 months and up. Spot is one of the most loved dogs in the world, and he’s coming to Bathurst! Spot and his friends are off on a new […]