Connect and celebrate together in Broke Fordwich

Broke Fordwich, Hunter Valley is a place that brings people together and has done so for thousands of years. Whether you’re planning a birthday, milestone event, reunion, or group retreat, this charming corner of the Hunter Valley is the perfect setting to reconnect, celebrate, and create unforgettable memories.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Yellow Rock escarpment, Broke Fordwich is waiting to welcome you. 

Rich in history and culture, Broke Fordwich stands on the ancient lands of the Wonnarua/Wanaruah people, whose deep connection to the land is reflected in the intricate Aboriginal rock art adorning nearby caves.

Once a crucial stop along the old convict trail from Sydney, where weary travellers and livestock made their passage through the untamed wilderness, the region soon revealed a great treasure — fertile soil and a climate perfect for viticulture. Today, Broke Fordwich thrives as a celebrated wine destination, home to classic Hunter Valley varietals such as Semillon, Chardonnay, and Shiraz, that have been grown in the region since the 1830’s.

From spacious country homesteads perfect for group stays to boutique cottages and luxury glamping, Broke offers a range of accommodation options to suit your group’s budget and needs. Enjoy a 5-million-star view of the night-time sky or wake early to watch the sunrise over the hills as you take a balloon ride in the early morning mist.

Share stories over long lunches at scenic vineyards, toast under the stars with local wine, or rise early together for a hot air balloon ride through the morning mist, every moment in Broke Fordwich, Hunter Valley is made to be shared.

Starline Alpacas - Broke Fordwich   Broke Estate - Broke Fordwich  

 

Top 8 things for groups to see and do in Broke Fordwich

  1. Experience the Broke Fordwich Wine Trail and discover some of the Hunter Valley’s best cellar doors and restaurants. Meet the makers, go behind the scenes at a vineyard, winery, olive grove or restaurant and gain exclusive insights. While you’re on your travels, make sure to fuel up at Magoony’s Coffee House.

  2. Sip on award-winning wine and savour the arts with a visit to Winmark Wines. Check out the on-site art gallery or wander through the vines on the Sculpture Walk.

  3. Take an early morning balloon ride and enjoy awe-inspiring scenery as your rise through the mist and greet the sun rise.

  4. Visit Starline Alpacas Farmstay Resort and meet the locals, from alpacas to donkeys and more. Enjoy a gourmet picnic in beautiful surroundings.

  5. Dine in style at Broke’s hatted restaurant Margan Wines & Restaurant. Take a behind the scenes paddock to plate ultimate foodie experience followed by a degustation meal. Local produce is aplenty with the region’s restaurants, cafes and wineries each offering exclusive tasting experiences.

  6. Don’t want to go out? Call in a private chef to prepare a special menu or cater for a dinner party or celebration.

  7. Pop into the local gin distillery, Kawal Rock, to taste unique quality gin, vodka and brandy made from 60-year-old vines.

  8. Looking to splurge on your loved ones? Find olive oils, vinegars, honey, chutneys, seasonal gourmet products and locally produced organic skincare at River Flats Estate and Hunter Lavender Farm.

 

Discover more local stays, restaurants and cafes, cellar doors and experiences in Broke Fordwich and the Singleton Hunter Valley:

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