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Town in New South Wales, Australia
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Uralla is a small town (pop. 2,743, 2016) at the junction of the New England Highway (A15) and Thunderbolts Way (19) in the New England region of New South Wales in Australia.
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A life-size statue of the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward), unveiled in 1988. Nearby is the memorial to Constable Alexander B Walker, who ended the bushranger's reign of terror.
A cluster of granite boulders used by the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt to spy for approaching mail coaches to rob. He was shot and killed at nearby Kentucky Creek in 1870.
Burial site of the last of the NSW bushrangers, Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward, 1835-1870), whose reign of terror covered much of New England.
Phoenix Foundry
A former iron foundry, bought by the local community, and now demonstrating a typical blacksmiths shop and explaining how important the foundry was in the town's history.
Uralla Museum
A former grain mill and store, the museum presents exhibits about the indigenous Aniwan people, the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward), the Rocky River gold rush and Australia's first world sporting champion (rowing), Edward 'Ned' Trickett. Also see old farming equipment, old fire engines, and a steam engine.
While the water level of the lagoon may vary during the year, from mid spring to mid autumn the lagoon is home to a large number of water birds - bring your binoculars.
While the water level of the lagoon may vary during the year, from mid spring to mid autumn the lagoon is home to a large number of water birds - bring your binoculars and camera. The indigenous Aniwan people lived beside the lagoon.
An attractive park with a shaded rest area for travellers. At the northern end of the pond is a set of sculptures represeting the night sky of the Southern Hemisphere.
Outside the former Uralla Military Museum, good for a selfie!
Oxley Wild Rivers National Park
183 m high ephemeral waterfall (only flows after rain). Nearby picnic area with toilets, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, bring your own water, take your litter out with you. McDirty's Walking Track - 6km, 2-3 hours, Grade 3.
Walking trail (easy and level except for one short section, 3 km return). Aboriginal cave painting site.
All Saints Anglican Church
Gostwyck Chapel was built 1921 in memory of Major Clive Collingwood Dangar who died in World War 1. The tree-lined avenue was planted by a worker brought over from England specifically for the purpose. The church and the woolshed can only be observed from the road. Gostwyck Chapel is on private property, a working enterprise, and visitors are asked to carefully respect the privacy of Gostwyck Station, its owners and employees. No commercial photography is permitted.
A distinctive octagonal woolshed built 1872-1901 to replace one that had been burned down. It features 2 tiers of glass windows and roofing of galvanised iron. It could hold 80 shearers working at one time. Deeargee Woolshed is on private property, a working enterprise, and visitors are asked to carefully respect the privacy of Gostwyck Station, its owners and employees. No commercial photography is permitted.
Take a 1-2 hour (depending on your level of interest) self-guided walking tour of over 50 historical buildings and features of Uralla. Obtain the heritage trail map from the Uralla Visitors Information Centre, and listen to the Soundtrail here.
The walking trail starts in Alma Park, which was established in the 1880s and has bed of bright flowers in the spring, and over 100 trees planted by school children when the park was established. The park has room for caravan and campervan parking, toilets, children's playground, and 2 free gas barbecues. The walking trail starts at the Soldiers Memorial in the park, crosses Thunderbolts Way, and climbs through bushland around Mount Mutton. There is a diversion track to the top of Mount Mutton with views from Uralla Lookout over the district. The trail should take 30-45 min to complete, but wear suitable sturdy footwear as the descent is steep and winding - not wheelchair accessible. Download a map of the trail here.
Bring binoculars for birdwatching or wildlife spotting, or try your luck panning for gold and precious gems - bring your own gold pans and metal detectors (no motor-powered prospecting equipment permitted). Download more information on how to fossick (search for gold and gemstones) here. The Woolridge Reserve has parking for campervans and caravans and offers free parking, public toilets, picnic tables, wood-fire barbecues (subject to fire bans) and potable water for drinking. Pets welcome but must be on a leash at all times. Shooting is obviously prohibited.
Annual local festival.
Uralla Bowlo
Lawn bowls.
18-hole golf course.
6 tennis courts.
25 m outdoor solar-heated pool, shaded toddler pool and spash fountain, grassed and shaded areas, picnic tables, free barbecue, drinking water fountain, kiosk selling snacks and refreshments.
The Bottom Pub
Pub fare.
The Top Pub
Pub fare.
Chinese Australian cuisine.
Uralla Bowling Club
Chinese Australian cuisine.
Cafe with Indian and other cuisine. Only pick up or $5 delivery in Uralla while Covid-19 restrictions in place.
Cafe fare.
Craft pies, patisserie, coffee.
Cafe fare.
Fast food - hamburgers, sandwiches, wraps, rolls, hot chips, hot meals, hot dogs, fish and chips, breakfasts on Sa and Su.
The Top Pub
The Bottom Pub
Uralla Bowlo
The Top Pub
The Bottom Pub
Individual on-site parking, large vehicle parking available.16 rooms with electric blankets, ensuite bathroom, air conditioning (some rooms), heating, TV, WiFi, alarm clock, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, microwave oven (some rooms), toaster, cutlery. Meals available from roadhouse next door.
Has luxury ground floor rooms in the heart of the historic Uralla NSW. All of the rooms are named after local Bushrangers. The property includes the beautiful heritage listed Stokers Restaurant and Bar, built circa 1864, with its log fires and hearty meals.
B&B in historic 1885 cottage - 3 rooms with ensuite bathroom or shared bathroom, TV, breakfast included.
Two cottages containing dishwasher, microwave, oven/cooktop, full sized fridge, barbeque, utensils and crockery, air conditioning, electric blanket, linen and towels supplied, clock radio with Bluetooth connectivity, toiletries, bath and separate shower, wood fireplace, ironing facilities, hair dryer, front loading washing machine, TV, DVD player, free WiFi, basic kitchen supplies and breakfast provisions provided. No bedding for children. No pets. No smoking.
Ensuite cabins, standard cabins, ensuite powered sites, standard powered sites. WiFi, camp kitchen, coin-operated laundromat, barbecue area, pets allowed with restrictions.
Powered and unpowered sites, camping OK.Camp kitchen, toilets, showers, pets allowed with restrictions, on-site laundry facilities. A short walk to the Uralla Bowls Club and the main street.
Supermarket.
Chemist.
Butchers.
Bakery.
Specialises in super fine merino wool garments and accessories for men and women.
Showcasing ceramic, glass and wood art by local artists.
A former general store and billiard hall, the gallery showcases ceramics, textile pictures, books, paintings, and calligraphy by the Evans family. Bead jewellery and Saxon/Celtic jewellery available for purchase. Ceramic courses on Sa mornings. Coffee available. Other artists' works may also be exhibited.
Displays and sells original artworks, giftware, homeware, linens.
Sohphie Sorella's Fine Art
Fine art paintings, original works available for purchase.
A must-see for book lovers and collectors of old books, maps, prints, and other printed material.
A 12 acre working goat farm, goat cheese, goat milk soap, and goat milk skin products available for purchase.
A unique and distinctive brewery, distillery and restaurant (open Sa Su only - reservations required),.
A well-known vineyard producing Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, enjoy the wine at their restaurant - reservations essential.
This brewery has produced handcrafted, all malt, preservative-fee, unfiltered beer since 2013. Take a tour or sample tastings, beer is also available on tap. Also try local wines, cider, and ginger beer, snacks provided.
A traditional sweets shop (candy store) selling English confectionery, teddy bears, traditional lollies, chocolates, tea, honey, handmade soap, gift baskets, and assorted local products.
By train
Trains run daily between Sydney and Armidale via Werris Creek and Tamworth. Trains depart from Central Station in Sydney 9:30AM, and arrive at Werris Creek 2:57PM.
By plane
The nearest airport with regular scheduled services is at Armidale.
Edwards Coaches – the local bus operator in both Uralla and Armidale – runs bus services through the Uralla town on weekdays.
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