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Hunter Valley Activities · Pokolbin

Adventure, wine, horses, food, art and farm experiences, all in one place.

Looking for things 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.

100 acres Pokolbin wine country
Adventure + Horses Outdoor activities
Wine + Food Hunter Valley experiences
Stay + Play 35 rooms + cottages

Explore Hunter Valley Wine Country

What are the best things to do in the Hunter Valley?

The Hunter Valley offers much more than wine tasting. Popular things to do include visiting cellar doors, exploring vineyards, enjoying local food, horse riding, hot-air ballooning, meeting farm animals, visiting Hunter Valley Gardens, trying outdoor adventure activities, joining hands-on food and wine experiences and attending local events.

At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm in Pokolbin, many different Hunter Valley experiences can be enjoyed in one place. Visitors can combine wine tasting and vineyard experiences with horse riding, farm animals, Segways, archery, axe throwing, grape stomping, cooking experiences, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation.

If you are planning a wider visit, see our guide to 10 things to do in the Hunter Valley or check what's on in the Hunter Valley during your stay.

Wine + Vineyards

Visit Hunter Valley cellar doors, taste local wines and discover the vineyards and wine stories behind one of Australia's oldest wine regions.

Food + Local Produce

Enjoy restaurants, cafés, local produce and hands-on food experiences including cooking, pizza and candy making.

Family Activities

Meet farm animals, explore family attractions and choose from a range of outdoor and hands-on experiences suitable for different ages.

Adventure + Outdoors

Try horse riding, Segways, archery, axe throwing and other outdoor activities, or see the Hunter Valley from above on a hot-air balloon flight.

Art + Culture

Discover local art, history and culture, including Aboriginal art by Hunter and Upper Hunter artists at WUPA @ Wanaruah.

Events + What's On

Concerts, food and wine events, seasonal celebrations and special events add even more things to do throughout the year.

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 at the Farm in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley

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 at the Farm in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley Horses

Experience the Hunter Valley countryside on horseback or enjoy a horse-drawn carriage experience from the Farm in Pokolbin.

Hunter Farm Wines at the Farm in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley

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.

Hunter Valley Resort at the Farm in Pokolbin, Hunter Valley

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 the top 10 things to do in the Hunter Valley?

Popular Hunter Valley experiences include wine tasting and cellar doors, vineyard experiences, local food, horse riding, hot-air ballooning, Hunter Valley Gardens, farm animals, outdoor adventure activities, hands-on food and wine experiences, and local events. For ideas across the region, see our guide to 10 things to do in the Hunter Valley.

What are some fun things to do in the Hunter Valley this weekend?

A Hunter Valley weekend can include wine tasting, horse riding, farm animals, Segways, archery, axe throwing, cooking and food experiences, dining and local events. Activities and events vary by date, so check our Hunter Valley events and what's on guide when planning your weekend.

What are some free activities to do in the Hunter Valley?

Visitors can enjoy the Hunter Valley countryside, scenic drives and views, explore local villages and browse selected galleries and regional attractions without necessarily booking a paid experience. At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm, guests and day visitors can also visit the year-round WUPA @ Wanaruah Aboriginal Art Gallery. Most organised activities and experiences have a separate charge.

What are some fun things to do in the Hunter Valley with kids?

Families can meet farm animals, make pizza or candy, enjoy horse and carriage experiences and choose from selected outdoor and hands-on activities. Suitability depends on children's ages and the requirements of each activity. Explore Hunter Farm family experiences.

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 and discover local Aboriginal art through the WUPA @ Wanaruah gallery.

What can you do in Pokolbin?

Pokolbin is at the heart of Hunter Valley wine country. Visitors can enjoy cellar doors, vineyards, restaurants, local attractions and outdoor experiences. At Hunter Valley Resort + Farm, wine tasting and vineyard experiences can be combined with horse riding, adventure activities, cooking experiences, farm animals, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation in one location.

What can couples do in the Hunter Valley?

Couples can build a Hunter Valley visit around wine tasting, vineyard experiences, local dining, horse riding, carriage experiences, art and outdoor activities. At the Farm, couples can combine Wine School, wine tasting, horses, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation without travelling between multiple locations.

What can non-drinkers do in the Hunter Valley?

There are plenty of Hunter Valley activities that do not involve drinking wine. Options at the Farm include horse riding, horse and carriage experiences, Segways, archery, axe throwing, laser target shooting, farm animals, cooking, pizza and candy making, Aboriginal art and dining.

What adventure activities can you do in the Hunter Valley?

Adventure activities available at the Farm include Segway experiences, archery, axe throwing, laser target shooting and horse riding. These can be combined with wine, food, farm and accommodation experiences on the same Pokolbin property.

What wine experiences can I do in the Hunter Valley?

At Hunter Farm Wines 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.

What can you do in the Hunter Valley when it rains?

Wet weather does not necessarily mean losing a day in the Hunter Valley. Indoor and sheltered options at the Farm include wine tasting, Wine Theatre, Wine School, cooking and food experiences, the WUPA @ Wanaruah Aboriginal Art Gallery and dining. Individual experiences are subject to schedules and availability.

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 and their stories. Explore the WUPA @ Wanaruah Aboriginal Art Gallery.

Can I do several Hunter Valley activities in one place?

Yes. Hunter Valley Resort + Farm brings adventure activities, horses, wine experiences, farm animals, food experiences, Aboriginal art, dining and accommodation together across one 100-acre property in Pokolbin. This makes it possible to plan several experiences without spending the day driving between different locations.

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. Check individual experience times when planning your day so activities can be scheduled together.

Do I need to book Hunter Valley activities in advance?

Advance booking is recommended for activities and experiences you particularly want to do, especially during weekends, school holidays and busy periods. Individual activities have their own schedules, availability, age requirements and booking conditions, so check the relevant activity page before visiting.

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.

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.

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