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.
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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.
Pay for 1kg of garlic and have Lucie teach you how to plait it.
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For something truly magical, take a turn with Cinderella Arrivals, offering horse drawn carriage rides at Tocal Homestead that feel straight from a storybook.
$22pp. 6 people per carriage
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Join Happy Ever After, for a collection of interesting make your own experiences from Glass Bottle Art Lessons, to Creating Natural Soap and Bath salts, you could give your loved ones a handmade gift for Christmas this year! There are also workshops in Timber, Resin & Woodwork and Indoor Plants.
$45 - 65pp. $5.50pp. Other timeslots available. Buy your ticket to explore them all! Pay for purhcases onsite.
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Pick up Elderberry Syrup Kits from The Nourishing Mumma – a delicious, botanical addition to your festive gift giving.
Sunday 7 December: Market trails and handcrafted gifts
Sunday is dedicated to wandering the Festive Finds Market Trail and supporting the local artisans.
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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.
No entry fee. No bookings required. Pay for purchases
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A whole host of craft businesses are gathered at this property, providing ample opportunity to purchase your Christmas Gifts:
The 3 Muscats Fibre Farm
Wine Country Lavender
Fairleigh Fleece
Mabejay’s Crafties
No entry fee. No bookings required. Pay for purchases.
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Stock up on handcrafted preserves – perfect for creating a custom Christmas Hamper pack. (Free hamper boxes available)
Also visit other vendors on property for your Christmas Shopping
Locally hand-forged steel pans from Farmhouse Forge.
Beautiful jewellery from Shelby the Collective (Sat) and Earthwear (Sun).
No entry fee. No bookings required. Pay for purchases.
