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Grampians Wildflower Show Thursday 29 Sep to Sunday 2 Oct, 2011

August 17, 2011 in Grampians Events and Accommodation, Grampians News, Halls Gap Attractions | No comments

Spring is a great time to visit the Grampians and every October the Grampians Wildflower Show takes place at Halls Gap showcasing the wildflowers of the area. The Halls Gap Wildflower Show is a renowned showcase of indigenous flowers of the Grampians. Displays demonstrate and explain the native flora found in the region.

Grampians Wildflower Show

Grampians Wildflower Show

A four day exhibition of the unique local wildflowers displayed to highlight the diverse plant communities of the Grampians. The show opens each morning at 9.30 and last entry is at 4.30. Cost is $7, $6 concession and 50c children and students.

The display in the Centenary Hall features plants from heathland, woodland and wetland areas. The plants are grouped according to their habitat.

Extensive reference material is available to help with information about plant identification, botanical names and details and advice as to where to see plants in the park. Ask questions of our local wildflower experts, take part in hands-on activities, and tour the wildflowers in their natural environment.

Other features of the show include:

So much for children! Daily children’s activities include quizzes, art activities, giant jigsaw, toys for the littlies, sample bags and more

On Friday and Saturday, be entertained by our roving Connie

Twice daily bus tours with expert guides to see wildflowers (at an extra cost of $4)

Gift shop with a wide variety of publications and wildflower related souvenirs

If you are in need of accommodation in Halls Gap during this time then look no further than The Grampians Accommodation.

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Grampians Wineries

March 2, 2011 in Halls Gap Attractions | 1 comment

As you can see from the map, the Grampians (you can browse Grampians accommodation) is a fantastic area for producing wine. There are a number of Grampians wineries scattered throughout the National Park and the surrounding towns including Ararat, Horsham and Halls Gap. It is a notable wine growing region with a colourful history dating back to the 1860s. Their specialty is their table wines with Rieslings and Shiraz being the most well known varietals. You can also expect to sample Chardonnays, Pinot Noirs, Merlots, and Cabernet Sauvignons meaning a vast diversity of wines and tasting notes to experience.

Many people when they visit the Grampians choose to stay in Halls Gap (you can browse our extensive range of Halls Gap accommodation). For these people The Gap Vineyard is right on their doorsteps. Established in 1969, you can find it on Ararat-Halls gap Road where you are likely to be greeted by Laura on the cellar door and can taste the majority of the varietals mentioned above. You can expect to pay between $15 and $55 for their wines. If going in a bit group we advise that you give them a call first on 03 5356 4252. They are open 10-5 from Wednesday to Sunday.

Ararat is also a hub of activity in terms of Grampians Wineries. You can either visit the Fratin Bros (36 Byron Road), Kimbarra Wines (422 Barkly Street), or Montara Wines (76 Chalambar Road) when in town. Or you could alternatively make a day of it and visit all three of them.

Lower Norton, to the South-West of Horsham is also a great place for wines with both Norton Estate Wines (758 Plush Hannans Rd) and the Barangaroo Boutique Wines (928 Plush-Hannans Rd) well worth a visit.

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