Be charmed by the heritage-listed buildings in Bellingen’s compact town centre, including the Hammond and Wheatley building on Hyde Street. This building dates from 1909 and is now home to the fashion and homewares store, Emporium Bellingen, and the eclectic Dervish Gallery.
Old Butter Factory, Bellingen
The place where heritage, history and great food collide, the heritage listed Butter Factory is situated on the eastern side of Bellingen, a 25 minute drive from Coffs Harbour along the Waterfall Way or approximately 30 minutes from the beautiful Dorrigo National Park escarpment. Starting out as a butter factory in 1906, you can still see remnants of its history situated around the site which is also home to a number of retail spaces and local gallery. A popular venue for parties and weddings, the Butter Factory has a lot to offer its patrons including an old truck and even a few cows.
Looking for a beautiful spot to cool off after exploring the national parks along the Waterfall Way? Well these picturesque swimming locations are sure to be worthy of an Instagram post or two? First stop Gara Gorge, or otherwise referred to by the locals as the Blue Hole. Gara Gorge...
Read story
Raleigh Winery and Vineyard – The award-winning Raleigh Winery & House is a must visit destination, located just 15 minutes South of Coffs Harbour in the beautiful Bellingen Shire. Raleigh Winery & House is your destination to relax, unwind and create long lasting memories. Sit on the deck overlooking the...
Read story
The Art Space Urunga is a community gallery located in the heart of the Urunga township. It started out as a pop-up gallery in a commercial shop that was empty. The gallery was so successful that the community approached the Council to see if the Art Space was able to...
Read story
