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Town in Tasmania, Australia
Photo: Gary Houston, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons
Cygnet is a small town in the Huon Valley region of Southern Tasmania, of population 839. It is nestled in an apple and berry growing district, a short distance from the Huon river, amongst undulating hills and valleys.
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Huon Art Exhibitions Group
Host of the Huon Art Awards, and exhibition space for local artists.
Burtons Reserve is a recognised wetland reserve and keen birdwatchers may follow the paths to spy birds. Closer to the road enjoy the park or playground, visit the wood fired steam engine, use the barbeque pavilion, check out the skatepark or admire the two heritage listed pickers cottages. On Thursdays the local old ladies open one cottage to sell their baked goods. Public toilets also available.
Located in the historic church hall, a small local history museum with displays on the local apple industry, family histories, boat building and convict era. Staffed by volunteers.
A gem of a local market featuring an enormous range of local makers, produce, food, live music and art. Extremely busy, so get there early for a good park.
Old Cygnet Bank
The former Cygnet Bank's conservatory has been converted into a restaurant focusing on local food. Seasonal menu. Vegan and gluten free available.
A nice local cafe, with outdoor and indoor dining
Local country women's association sell baked goods and knitwear each Thursday out of a heritage listed cottage inside Burton's Reserve Park.
Fully self contained cottages with BBQ and fishing equipment.
Top Pub
Upstairs at the 1909 Old Cygnet Bank are three renovated rooms available for your stay. Rooms include breakfast in the cafe downstairs. Not suitable for young children.
Bottom Pub
Located close to the waterfront, 130-year-old heritage pub. Offers budget accommodation.
A boutique goldsmith with locally designed jewellery using traditional techniques.
Old Cygnet Bank
A local clothing boutique focusing on natural fibres, managed by two sisters. Located in the Old Cygnet Bank.
Reloved clothes and book shop with a good range.
Local fresh produce, meat, fish and other groceries, as well as cut flowers.
Southern Swan books
Local book store with new and pre-loved books. Semi-regularly hosts launches for well known Tasmanian authors.
Local art gallery with a wide range of multi-disciplinary artists from around the Huon Valley.
Local artist Richard Stanley operates his studio and exhibition space in a federation building on the outskirts of town.
Cygnet is a 56-km (50-minute) drive south-west from Hobart. The township is within an hour from the Hartz mountains national park and many other local towns. An irregular bus service to Huonville is run by Tassielink.
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