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Scone Visitor Information and Horse Centre

Locality: Scone, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6540 1300

Address: Cnr Susan St & Kelly St 2337 Scone, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.upperhuntercountry.com

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25.01.2022 Hunter Valley SUP (stand up paddleboarding) is coming to Reflections Holiday Parks Lake Glenbawn! Stay tuned for launch date and more details by liking their Facebook page.

25.01.2022 Due to the heavy rain that has been forecast for today and the rest of the weekend, we have come to the decision to cancel tomorrows Scone Country Markets. We hope you are enjoying this much needed raining that we are receiving! We apologies for any inconveniences this may cause. We will see you Easter Saturday 11 April 2020!

24.01.2022 Starting tomorrow and running through to Sunday at White Park Arena in Scone is the Australian Reined Cow Horse Pot of Gold event! The ARCHA is one of Australias most dynamic and exciting western horse organisations! ARCHA is professionally bringing together Reiners, Campdrafters, Cutters and all Equine enthusiasts together where individuals can compete, have fun, and have new successes.... Coming along to White Park in Scone to see these competitors. Entry is free for spectators. https://cowhorseaustralia.com/

24.01.2022 Happy horses’ birthday! 1st of August is when the Southern Hemisphere celebrates the horses’ birthday. We have seen a couple of early foals in the Upper Hunt...er and very soon many more will be arriving! Big thanks to Emirates Park and Stud General Manager, Bryan Carlson for introducing us to first time mum and her gorgeous new filly (Mulhimah x Deep Field) @emiratespark has been in Murrurundi for nearly 30 years and the owners, His Excellency Nasser Lootah and son Hussain Lootah will continue to support the local town and community through this beautiful stud. See more

23.01.2022 Until further notice the Scone Country Markets have been cancelled due to the restrictions in regards to COVID-19. We will update you once we know of our future dates. Thank you.

21.01.2022 The Australian Army Band Newcastle is heading to the Upper Hunter to host a free community benefit concert at Scone High School next Saturday supported by the Rotary Club of Scone. The free Community Benefit Concert will take place on Saturday, February 22, from 6pm at Scone High School. A barbeque and refreshments will be available.

21.01.2022 Fancy meeting a cheeky Tasmanian devil? Come on up to one of Aussie Arks open days during January and you can meet their cute residents! Learn the history and story of Aussie Ark and the vital conservation work that they are undertaking to protect our native wildlife. Tour tickets are available online or at the gate. Tours run at 10.30, 11.30 and 12.30. This awesome snap was taken by @shanewallwork (IG).... https://www.aussieark.org.au/aaopendays/ See more

21.01.2022 During this encouraged period of self-isolation, plug into a sense of escapism that can only come with a great travel book! Whether it reminds you of a holiday past, or inspires you to daydream about where to next read on for ideas on the iconic Australian titles that can help you practically pass the time indoors.

21.01.2022 The Upper Hunter is still open for business! If you are concern or have an questions in regards to travelling to the area please give us a call (02) 6540 1300 and we can help you out. Remember to be kind to one another, particularly to retail and hospitality staff. Dont be greedy and remember to share with those that need it most, a bit like these two by Vinery Stud and @rrrrrano_16

20.01.2022 AN UPDATE TO OUR COMMUNITY We wish to advise that following consultation with WaterNSW, from today Friday 8 May the following parks which are adjacent to WaterNSW dams will be allowing access to day pass and annual pass holders for the purposes of undertaking water based recreation activities such as fishing, water skiing and boating. These parks are:... Copeton Waters Lake Keepit Lake Glenbawn Lake Burrendong Mookerawa Waters Cudgegong River Wyangala Waters Burrinjuck Dam See more

17.01.2022 Free Cuppa for the Driver is back at the Scone Visitor Information Centre. From 1 March 2020 to 31 May 2020. If you have travelled more than 100km from home, you are able to pick up your free cuppa at the visitor centre.

16.01.2022 Happy Tartan Day! Did you know that the Aberdeen Highland Games presented the Upper Hunter with its own official tartan in 2019 to mark the 20th anniversary of... the Games in Aberdeen? The tartan is based on Campbell of Breadalbane but tells the story of the Upper Hunter valley. -Green is for the lands where lucerne supports the dairy, beef and equine industries -Blue is the waters of the Hunter and Goulbourn river valleys. -White is the milk and cream that flowed from the valley. -Black is the black coal seams. -Purple is the grapes that become wine -Yellow is the golden cereal and canola crops and wool clips. -Red represents the Light Horse Troops and their horses from the Upper Hunter, who served overseas in World War I. The Upper Hunter tartan is available in different items to purchase at the Scone Visitor Information and Horse Centre. Big Blue sporting a scarf in the Upper Hunter tartan. https://upperhuntercountry.com/tartan-abounds-in-aberdeen/

16.01.2022 Australias only naturally burning coal seam Burning Mountain is a rare phenomenon a coal seam, buried 30 metres underground, which has been burning for at least 5,500 years, some say over 15,000 years. The experience is a pleasantly energetic walk of 4 km (return) through bush land which becomes increasingly bare and barren the closer the visitor gets to the smoking vent. It is a true rarity and an opportunity to experience the hills at the northern edge of the Hunter Valley district.

16.01.2022 All Upper Hunter courses - including Aberdeen, Merriwa, Murrurundi, Scone, Denman, Muswellbrook and Singleton - shut until further notice

15.01.2022 Please do the right thing this Easter do not travel. We know it is hard this new way of life but its not forever #StayHome #UpperHunter #LoveNSW

15.01.2022 Scone Country Markets this Saturday from 8.00am to 12.00pm at the Scone Visitor Information Centre. FREE jumping castle and putt putt mini golf for the kids to enjoy! Interested in being a stall holder? Email [email protected] for more information.

15.01.2022 NEW Scone Horse Festival merchandise now available! Merchandise is available to purchase now at the Scone Visitor Information and Horse Centre. Check out the website for more details https://sconehorsefestival.com.au/merchandise/

14.01.2022 Happy horses birthday! 1st of August is when the Southern Hemisphere celebrates the horses birthday. We have seen a couple of early foals in the Upper Hunt...er and very soon many more will be arriving! Big thanks to Emirates Park and Stud General Manager, Bryan Carlson for introducing us to first time mum and her gorgeous new filly (Mulhimah x Deep Field) @emiratespark has been in Murrurundi for nearly 30 years and the owners, His Excellency Nasser Lootah and son Hussain Lootah will continue to support the local town and community through this beautiful stud. See more

14.01.2022 Whos coming to this years Warbirds Over Scone?

12.01.2022 Stand Up Paddle Boarding at Lake Glenbawn is back!

11.01.2022 Get out your 2020 diaries because there is plenty happening in the Upper Hunter this year! - https://mailchi.mp//get-out-your-2020-diaries-because-ther

11.01.2022 Nows the time or new photos for the gram! We have put together a list of some of the top spots in the Upper Hunter for the perfect Instagram photos.

11.01.2022 NEW local product for sale! We are very excited to now have Made by B honey in the Scone Visitor Information Centre. Buzz into the centre to pick up some raw Australian honey, made right here in the Upper Hunter. Available in 500g or 1kg jars

11.01.2022 Take your family to Gundy this Queens birthday long weekend to ride these newly released mountain bike trails!

09.01.2022 Local pantry essentials - introducing the #UpperHunter wine and food pantry! The Upper Hunter is blessed with amazing local wine and produce and here are some ...local businesses that are still operating during COVID-19. Products that are available are wine, olive oils, vinegar, honey, jams, condiments, beef jerky, milk, cheeses, butter, yoghurt and meats. https://upperhuntercountry.com/local-pantry-essentials-the/

08.01.2022 Scone Horse Festival are celebrating 40 years in May 2020!

08.01.2022 Tea of Life Scone have come up with their own drive-thru option for their cafe in Scone! Please remember to support local businesses in particularly our hospitality stars

07.01.2022 Who would have thought that we would get to see our first foal arrive just before loading our mares & weanlings for Magic Millions Sales @mmsnippets challenging times . A new season begins before one ends #magicmillionsmaregrad#staytuned

06.01.2022 ATTENTION: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR RESIDENTS OF SCONE AND MURRURUNDI 13 March 2020 Upper Hunter Shire Council - Scone Water Supply and Murrurundi Water Suppl...y Boil Water Alert Poor raw water quality The recent heavy rainfall in the Glenbawn Dam catchment has caused problems with effective water treatment making drinking water in the Scone water supply system and the Murrurundi water supply system potentially unsafe. Water supplied to Aberdeen, Merriwa and Cassilis is unaffected. Water used for drinking or food preparation should be brought to a rolling boil to make it safe. Kettles with automatic shut off switches can do this. Water should then be allowed to cool and stored in a clean container with a lid and refrigerated. Bottled water or cool boiled water should be used for drinking, washing uncooked food (e.g. salad vegetables and fruit), making ice, cleaning teeth, gargling and pets drinking water. Dishes should be washed in hot soapy water or in a dishwasher. Children should take bottled water or cool boiled water to school. If you cannot boil the water, unscented household bleach (containing 4% 5% available chlorine) may be used. Add 2 drops of bleach to 1 litre of water (or 4 drops if the water is cloudy), mix well, and allow to stand for 30 minutes before use. Upper Hunter Shire Council is working to fix the problem. This advice should be followed until further notice. The NSW Health website also includes special considerations for: -Schools and childcare centres https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environm//Pages/schools.aspx - Commercial establishments serving food or drinks https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/enviro//Pages/foodfacts.aspx - Using water header tanks https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/envir//Pages/watertanks.aspx -Swimming pools and spas https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment//Pages/pools.aspx

04.01.2022 A winter wonderland at Barrington Tops this morning Snow report brought to you by Moonan cottage, 5cm thick and down to 1000m! ROAD UPDATE: Barrington Tops Forest Road (Gloucester to Scone) currently remains OPEN TO 4WDs ONLY. Motorists should exercise extreme caution as the narrow, unsealed road is very slippery. There have also been a number of people that have been rescued by the Police who became trapped over the weekend on very wet 4WD trails.... Book your winter trip trip at Moonan Cottage today. Only 50 minutes from Scone!

04.01.2022 Visitor Information Centres (VICs) in Merriwa, Murrurundi and Scone Visitor Information and Horse Centre re-open from Thursday 4 June, 7 days a week from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Up to four people in the Visitor Information Centres (including staff) allowed in the centre. We encourage you to use our website for visitor information and to plan ahead before visiting. www.upperhuntercountry.com

03.01.2022 All of our local pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants are now struggling through their toughest challenge yet. Many of them have taken this challenage head on and... are now providing takeaway and delivery options to the community! Below is a list of businesses from all over the Upper Hunter that are now doing takeaway and delivery. Businesses are requesting that you call ahead to place your order and to use card payment instead of cash when possible. Please note that the list below can change at any point and some businesses may close and others may reopen to takeaway options. We will try to keep this updated as much as possible on our news page on our website https://upperhuntercountry.com/never-fear-takeaway-deliver/

03.01.2022 Thanks for stopping in for lunch Chris.

02.01.2022 The lovely Mare and Foal statue in Elizabeth Park, Scone. Happy Valentines Day

02.01.2022 This group look very happy about the recent rain we have had here in the Upper Hunter! Thanks for sharing Vinery Stud

02.01.2022 This is exciting ; )

02.01.2022 100 days til Scone Horse Festival Parade - time to put your thinking caps on ; ) with a fun theme of CELEBRATION

01.01.2022 From Tuesday 24 March 2020, our Scone, Merriwa and Murrurundi Visitor Information Centres will be CLOSED indefinitely as a precautionary measure in the interests of public health. We are taking measures to reduce physical contact between people including staff and visitors. Please visit our tourism website www.upperhuntercountry.com for updates on the region or email [email protected] for enquires. Stay safe everyone!