Beautiful, scenic countryside, historical properties and buildings, spectacular views of the Great Western Tiers. A charming village, Longford is 15 minutes drive from Launceston and 10 minutes from our base in Cressy. Longford abounds with things to see and do. There is a village green, antiques, crafts and gifts, cafes and bakeries, gardens and history. Stay at charming B&B's, self contained units, the caravan park, historic cottages. The grave of artist Tom Roberts is buried nearby, learn about the stories from the graves at Christ Church,

Visit Woomers Estate, a time capsule of Australian Colonial History, nominated for World Heritage Listing, this award winning heritage and culture historical site offers accommodation, extensive gardens, including a 2 hectare National Rose Garden, historical buildings, guided homestead tours, a restaurant and a wonderful array of buildings including family houses, workers' cottages, former chapel, blacksmith's shop, stables, bakehouse, pump house, gardener's cottage etc. A rare and unique insight into 6 generations of the Archer Family.

Brickendon Historic Farming Village reveals the beauty of Tasmania's colonial farming history in an enchanting and delightful way. Nominated for World Heritage Listing, enjoy the National Estate listed gardens, giant hay maze, friendly animals...great enjoyment for all the Family. Cottage accommodation is available.

Specialty shopping includes Loves Country Flowers, Crafts & Miniatures, for beautiful farm fresh flowers, unique gifts, collectables and crafts.

Dining experiences include the Racecourse Inn and the Happy Chef, numerous cafes and pubs.

Local events include the Tasmanian Trout Expo at nearby Cressy, on the last weekend of August, New Year's Day Picnic races as Tasmania's oldest still operating country horse racing track, the Blessing of the Harvest Festival in March and a great country show in October.

Poatina Resort Village, on the edge of Tasmania's breathtaking wilderness, framed by the majestic Great Western Tiers and overlooking an endless spread of green and gold fields, Poatina offers a unique Tasmanian experience. Poatina is 35 minutes from Launceston Airport and 15 minutes from our base at Cressy.

Take a step back in time! Many of the buildings in the historical village of Evandale date back to the 1820 and are beautifully preserved and rich in history. Enjoy specialty shopping at such stores as The Muse, Lake Leather and The Evandale Tinker, browse antique shops, indulge in tasty treats at bakeries such as Ingleside, with it's elegant walled garden, other cafes and pubs with wonderful beer gardens. Plenty of places to stay with a variety of accommodation styles.

Every Sunday in Evandale is Tasmania's largest country market with over 100 stalls, offering fresh produce, crafts, bric-a-brac, antiques etc.

Evandale also hosts several events, including the National Penny Farthing Championships every February, the Glover Prize Art every March, and Railex.

Close by is the Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company, Tasmania's finest award winning sauces and preserves, and for garden lovers, whilst you're there, wander through Tasmania's largest topiary nursery.

Clarendon is a National Trust property set in 7 hectares on the banks of the South Esk River. A grand colonial house, built 1838, you can wander the property and experience a sense of life in the nineteenth century.

Nearby Relbia enjoy tasting Tasmania's cool climate wines at Josef Chromy Winery, Jinglers Creek Winery, Sharman's Wines and Kelly's Creek Vineyard. Visit the Clucky Chook Cafe and Dr Harry's Hobby Farm and meet TVs favourite vet.

The Visitor Information centre is open 7 days. For more information visit the Evandale website.

Explore this unique and fascinating region where the past is always present. Discover its colourful, colonial history; walk in the footsteps of the infamous bushrangers and the illustrious stonemasons; the enterprising wool growers and the hardened convict road gangs; the political exiles, scoundrels and opportunists who have all contributed to the rich stories of Tasmania's first Main Road. Visit the Heritage Highway website here.

Launceston is the hub of Tasmania's north, a city where you can stroll around browsing at shops, malls and arcades, and stroll around a natural wilderness gazing at wildlife in the same morning! An attractive city of parks and gardens, Launceston is Australia's third oldest city, situated at the head of the Tamar River where the North and South Esk Rivers meet. Launceston boasts fabulous food, great shopping, history and innovation, historic walks and ghost tours.

The Tamar Valley...wineries, vineyards, orchards, berry farms, cheeses, restaurants, penguins, museums, monuments, ruins, galleries, churches, cruises, crafts, seahorses, mini golf, wildlife parks, gorges, history, heritage, family activities, natural attractions and nature reserves, intriguing towns and villages, pubs, flowers and food!

The Cataract Gorge, a spectacular natural wonder, this wilderness area is only 4 kilometres from the Launceston CBD. Between towering granite facades, this magnificent reserve features restaurants, children's playground, suspension bridge, abseiling and rock climbing, swimming, walking and hiking tracks, wildlife and much more. The Basin Chairlift is a gentle, yet breathtaking ride that willprovide you with stunning views of the majestic dolerite cliffs of the Cataract Gorge. This unique chairlift has the longest single span of any chairlift in the world.

At the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania experience the history, elegance and style of one of Australia's most significant motoring collections. This collection of motor vehicles and motorcycles from the 1900s to the 1990s, contains over 100 exhibitions which are regularly changed.

Tamar River Cruises are the winners of several tourism and business awards and offer a variety of wonderful experiences! Enjoy a relaxing 50 minute cruise and take in the spectacular scenery of the superb Cataract Gorge. Hear about the interesting history of Launceston's seaport. Or take the 4 hour lunch cruise that includes the Gorge and goes to the Batman Bridge some 42 kilometres downriver.

The acclaimed Tasmanian Wood Design Centre Collection brings together the beauty of Tasmania's natural timber resources and the design skills of the State's fine craftspeople in a true and enlightening display of Tasmania's creative brilliance.

Boags Centre for Beer Lovers is housed in the historic Tamar Hotel which dates from 1826. It is believed to be one of the oldest surviving buildings in Launceston and Tasmania and has been carefully restored to house the Boag’s Centre for Beer Lovers.

The flight of your life! Experience the sensation of Cable Hang Gliding as you soar over an eighteen meter cliff landing two hundred meters from your take-off point. This exhilarating ride was voted "one of the 10 best rides in Australia" by Getaway.

Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery. Through the treasures of its collections, the Museum presents Tasmania's story at two magnificent sites, at Royal Park and at Inveresk. It enjoys an enviable reputation and national profile for its collections of Australian colonial art, contemporary craft and design, Tasmanian history and natural sciences. Special features include a Chinese Temple, Planetarium and now, the interpretation of one of Tasmania's most intact nineteenth century industrial environments, the Launceston Railway Workshops.
Visit the Launceston & Tamar Valley website here