Markets, Makers and Merry Moments Trail

Step into the spirit of the season with a weekend of celebration, creativity, and country charm. This itinerary is all about finding unique, handcrafted gifts and making festive memories.

Saturday 6 December: Wreaths, wine and wonderful suprises

Saturday lets the day unfold in a swirl of scent, colour, and laughter, setting a festive tone.

• All day | Garlic Plaiting with Lucie & Marco

  Spend time learning the timeless art of garlic plaiting – a beautiful and practical skill to bring rustic charm into your Christmas kitchen, presented by Lucie & Marco.

• 10am to 3pm | Cinderella Arrivals Horse and Carriage Rides

  For something truly magical, take a turn with Cinderella Arrivals, offering horse drawn carriage rides at Tocal Homestead that feel straight from a storybook.

• 1 to 4pm | Christmas Wreath Workshops and Grazing Afternoon Tea

  Join Urban Connection in the afternoon, where creativity meets celebration as you weave native foliage and festive cheer into a beautiful wreath for your home, all while savouring local flavours.

• Before sunset | Santa in the Sunflowers at Hunter Valley Sunflowers

  End your afternoon with a truly unique festive memory. Have your family photo taken with Santa in the stunning sunflower fields. While you’re there, be sure to pick up a beautifully decorated hat from Hat Tatts.

Sunday 7 December: Market trails and handcrafted gifts

Sunday is dedicated to wandering the Festive Finds Market Trail and supporting the local artisans.

• The Dirty Gardener | Woodville

  Browse the nursery and discover handcrafted items, including:

  • Handcrafted wooden pieces from Araluen Studio.

  • Local honey and native-inspired products from Carinya Downs.

  • Beeswax creations and fresh flowers from Rosewood & Fig.

• The Woodville Store | Woodville

  Drop into the country’s oldest continually running business to see the craftsmanship of:

  • Locally hand-forged steel pans from Farmhouse Forge.

  • Vibrant handmade ceramics from Hope or Else Handmade Ceramics.

• Woodville School of Arts Hall | Woodville

  Just nearby, explore local artworks by Bernadette Myers and Joanna Greenwood, alongside Magic Starfish’s colourful tie dye pieces.

• In Our Hands Family Farm | Seaham

  Find stylish polymer clay earrings from EarthWear and stock up on handcrafted preserves – perfect for creating a custom Christmas Hamper pack.

• The Gump Farm | Millers Forest

  Pick up Elderflower Syrup Kits from The Nourishing Mumma – a delicious, botanical addition to your festive gift giving.

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