FUN ON THE FARM
Hunter Valley Activities · Pokolbin
Adventure, wine, horses, food, art and farm experiences, all in one place.
Wondering what to do in the Hunter Valley? Start at the Farm. Across 100 acres in Pokolbin you can go horse riding, explore by Segway, try archery and axe throwing, taste Hunter Valley wine, stomp grapes, join a cooking experience, meet the farm animals, discover local Aboriginal art through our year-round WUPA @ Wanaruah gallery, eat, drink and stay overnight, all in one place.
Whether you are visiting the Hunter Valley as a couple, bringing the kids, travelling with friends or organising a group, Hunter Valley Resort + Farm brings together adventure, wine, vineyard, food, art, culture, farm and horse experiences. Visit for one activity, spend the whole day with us, or stay onsite and turn it into a Hunter Valley getaway.
Explore the Farm
Things to do at the Farm.
From Hunter Valley adventure activities and horse riding to wine, vineyard, cooking, farm and Aboriginal art experiences, choose what you would like to do and explore more.
Hunter Adventure Centre
Looking for adventure activities in the Hunter Valley? Explore the Farm and surrounding countryside with outdoor experiences in Pokolbin.
Hunter Valley Horses
Experience the Hunter Valley countryside on horseback or enjoy a horse-drawn carriage experience from the Farm in Pokolbin.
Wine + Vineyard Experiences
Looking for Hunter Valley wine experiences? Discover our vineyard and estate-grown wines through tastings, wine education and hands-on experiences here at the Farm.
Food + Farm Experiences
Looking for family activities or hands-on food experiences in the Hunter Valley? Cook, create and meet the animals at our family-owned Farm in Pokolbin.
Art + Culture at the Farm
Discover authentic Aboriginal art by local Hunter and Upper Hunter artists through our year-round WUPA @ Wanaruah gallery here at the Farm in Pokolbin.
Hunter Valley Resort + Farm provides gallery space for WUPA @ Wanaruah, an initiative of Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation. Guests and day visitors can view a changing selection of works by local Aboriginal artists throughout the year.
One Farm · Many experiences
Spend less time driving around the Hunter Valley. Spend more time doing it.
One of the easiest ways to experience more of the Hunter Valley is to choose a place where there is more than one thing to do.
At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm you can combine adventure activities, horse riding, wine tasting, vineyard experiences, food, farm activities, dining, local Aboriginal art and accommodation across our 100-acre property in Pokolbin.
Families can combine farm and food experiences with selected outdoor activities. Couples can build a day around wine, horses, Aboriginal art and dining. Groups can combine grape stomping, barrel rolling, cooking and adventure activities. And if one day is not enough, stay in one of our 35 guestrooms and cottages and keep exploring.
Planning your Hunter Valley visit
Things to do in the Hunter Valley: frequently asked questions.
What are some things to do in the Hunter Valley besides wine tasting?
The Hunter Valley offers much more than cellar doors. At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm in Pokolbin you can go horse riding, explore by Segway, try archery, axe throwing and laser target shooting, meet farm animals, join cooking and food experiences, discover local Aboriginal art through the WUPA @ Wanaruah gallery, and combine them with traditional Hunter Valley wine experiences.
What can you do in Pokolbin?
Pokolbin is at the heart of Hunter Valley wine country. At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm visitors can combine wine tasting and vineyard experiences with horse riding, adventure activities, cooking experiences, farm animals, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation in one location.
What are some things to do in the Hunter Valley with kids?
Depending on children's ages and individual activity requirements, families visiting the Farm can meet animals, make pizza or candy, enjoy horse and carriage experiences and choose from selected outdoor and hands-on activities.
What can couples do in the Hunter Valley?
Couples can combine wine tasting, Wine School, horse riding, carriage experiences, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation at the Farm, or choose individual experiences as part of a wider Hunter Valley visit.
What adventure activities can you do in the Hunter Valley?
Activities available at the Farm include Segway experiences, archery, axe throwing, laser target shooting and horse riding, alongside wine, food and farm experiences.
What wine experiences can I do in the Hunter Valley?
At Hunter Farm Cellars and Hunter Valley Resort + Farm you can taste estate-grown Hunter Valley wines, experience Wine School and Wine Theatre, discover the vineyard, try grape stomping and wine barrel rolling, and explore the Hunter Farm Wine Club.
What food experiences can I do in the Hunter Valley?
Food experiences at the Farm include Hunter Valley Cooking School, pizza making and candy making. Visitors can also combine activities with breakfast or lunch at 4 Pines at the Farm or dinner at Barrel Bistro.
Where can I see Aboriginal art in the Hunter Valley?
Hunter Valley Resort + Farm in Pokolbin provides year-round gallery space for WUPA @ Wanaruah, an Aboriginal art initiative of Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation. Guests and day visitors can discover works by local Aboriginal artists at the Farm and learn more about the artists, their stories and the wider WUPA collection. Explore the WUPA @ Wanaruah Aboriginal Art Gallery.
Do I need to stay at Hunter Valley Resort + Farm to do the activities?
No. Many experiences are available to day visitors as well as resort guests. Individual activities have their own operating times, availability, age requirements and booking conditions, so check the relevant activity page when planning your visit.
Can I do several Hunter Valley activities in one day?
Yes. Many activities, wine experiences, the WUPA @ Wanaruah gallery and dining options are available across the same 100-acre property in Pokolbin, making it possible to combine several experiences without travelling between different Hunter Valley locations.
Are there Hunter Valley activities for groups and corporate team building?
Yes. Hunter Valley Resort + Farm hosts group and corporate experiences including grape stomping, barrel rolling, cooking experiences and outdoor activities. These can also be combined with meetings, dining and accommodation onsite.
Where is Hunter Valley Resort + Farm?
Hunter Valley Resort + Farm is in Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley, around two hours from Sydney by road. The family-owned property covers 100 acres of Hunter Valley wine country.
Stay · Eat · Drink · Play · Discover
Make a day of the Hunter Valley. Or stay a little longer.
Combine Hunter Valley activities, wine experiences, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation at our family-owned 100-acre property in Pokolbin.
FARM TOURS
Don't miss feeding time! This is a great way for kids to see how farms work and get up close and personal with the barn yard crew. Including sheep, goats, cows, ducks, chickens, donkey, mules, pigs, ponies, bulls, llamas, alpacas and more!
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GALLERY
Get active or take time to relax. Be our guest at Hunter Farm and experience so much of the Hunter Valley in one location.
