Hawkesbury Harvest
The Hawkesbury has been known as the Sydney's 'food bowl' since the early days of the colony. Farm fresh produce was transported by boat down the Hawkesbury River to the sea and then down the coast to Sydney.
To the east, at the mouth of the magnificent Hawkesbury River near Brooklyn … To the south, the Grose River, flowing from the Blue Mountains, meets the Nepean River… To the west, along Bell's Line of Road to Mt Tomah & Mt Wilson… To the north, to the fertile valleys of the Colo River,
The region includes some of the most spectacular countryside in Sydney - farms nestled along scenic drives, rolling green hills lying peacefully below mist shrouded mountains, lush bush landscapes where horses, cattle and alpacas graze amid gum-dotted paddocks.
Farms and value added products, such as sheep and alpaca fibre, flowers plants & wine, can be found along the Farm Gate Trail which encompasses the three Shires of Baulkham Hills, Hornsby & Hawkesbury.
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The Hawkesbury Region is a wonderful blend of history, agriculture, landscape and life style. Clusters of small villages and off roads lead to a maze of rich farmlands that have served the Region well since the 1800’s.
Still today we are blessed with such an array of diverse and highly productive farmlands.
It is therefore our pleasure to extend an invitation to share these wonderful products made in the Hawkesbury.
Not only can you purchase direct from the producer you will be able to enjoy a Country experience, just on the Doorstep of Sydney.
From the gorges to the rivers across the mountains to the villages you are meet with a kaleidoscope of fresh produce.
Plump vine ripened tomatoes, juice filled citrus, those traditional winter cauli’s and cabbage to the trendy boutique artichokes and asparagus …it’s all seasonally available.
Classic stone fruits, berries and figs are in abundance through our long summers. A visit to the river to for the locally trawled prawns or a tasting at one of our local wineries makes the day worthwhile.
Freshly picked roses, tasty herbs, heritage wild flowers, breads and those old fashioned European geraniums or that classic goats cheese, organic produce, rare plants, home made ice cream, oranges, duck, eggs, pecan, plums, peaches, raspberries, strawberries, walnuts, chestnuts, apples, cherries and much more. – it all makes it’s way into your basket !
Alpaca’s are found scattered throughout the properties, along with Koi fish
While you are picking up your fresh produce drop into our galleries which are a treasure chest of locally produced works – wood carving, art, sculptures, quilting and hand thrown pottery all complimented with and abundance of hand crafted jams, pickles and mouth watering condiments.
It is truly a delight and very rewarding experience to meet with passionate farmers who have listened to their hearts when it comes to producing quality local produce.
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