Federal MP Susan Templeman
OPENS 10am
2 WHARF STREET , ST ALBANS
Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon
VISIT ST ALBANS
Sunday Dec 11
FREE Feature Creature Reptiles
Gold Coin Donation per Adult Entry
1st 20 Coffees are always FREE !
FREE Shetland Pony Rides
Fun and Adventure for the Whole Family SATURDAY 10 & SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER
St Albans Village Market makes a great day out for all . The four minute car-ferry ride is exciting for the kids , followed by a 21km drive down the sealed and scenic St Albans Road . At the end is the huge outdoor market , an awesome kids ’ playground and the convict-era Settlers Arms Inn where you can get fully refreshed .
The market features talented producers and craftspeople living and working around the Macdonald Valley , plus carefully selected visiting stallholders . There ’ s a whole lot to see and do !
A gold coin donation per adult entry goes to local community groups .
Visit us : www . stalbansvillagemarket . com . au
Bianca Buchanan
Entertainment sponsored by the Macdonald Valley Association with funding kindly provided by Wentworth Health Care
Saturday 10 December
• Federal MP Ms Susan Templeman visiting
• Free Feature Creature Reptiles – where you can handle them !
• Entertainment with the James Brothers performing their new album
Sunday 11 December
• Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon visiting
• Free Shetland Pony rides
• The lovely Country Busker , Bianca Buchanan will keep everyone entertained Everyone ’ s welcome . Come early and wander around – there is always plenty to see and buy .
The first 20 coffees each day are always free for the early birds . Keep up to date each month on our website , Facebook or Instagram pages . www . stalbansvillagemarket . com . au .
OPEN ALL WEEKEND FRIDAY 10AM - 9PM SATURDAY 9AM - 9PM SUNDAY 9AM - 3PM
Cafe , Deli , Wine Bar and Restaurant
What a great place to find in historic St Albans after a picturesque drive .
The building has been recently renovated , however , still retains that lovely country charm .
Staff are friendly and accommodating , with a good variety of simple dishes , beautifully prepared and served .
There is inside and outside seating in a pleasant and comfortable rural setting , and free wifi if you need to stay connected to the outside world .
They have the best coffee in town ( so they have been told ), and are open for breakfast , lunch and dinner all weekend , with fresh bread and pastries . A selection of freshly sliced meats , cheese and other deli items will be available soon .
Bacon and egg rolls are on the menu in the morning as well as croissants and
29 Bulga St , St Albans Ph : 02 4568 2078 hello @ thepickledwombat . com . au
freshly made scones .
The wine list is short but carefully selected , with a great range of very reasonable options . A must to try is the grazing platter , featuring their most popular deli items !
So why not enjoy a meal by the fire or an afternoon drink on the balcony – even the kids will be happy , playing a Pac-Man in the outside games room .
Open Weekends ONLY Friday 10am – 9pm , Saturday 9am - 9pm , Sunday 9am - 3pm 29 Bulga Street St Albans Phone 0245 682 078 Email hello @ thepickledwombat . com . au
02 4566 4913 Shop 12 , 5557 Old Northern Rd , Wisemans Ferry
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FIND US ON FACEBOOK @ HeritageValleyCafe
TEA & COFFEE DESSERTS LOLLIES HOT & COLD FOOD
EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY
Catering and Evening Function Hire Available
OPEN : Monday , Wednesday to Friday 8.00am - 3.00pm Saturday and Sunday 7.30am – 4.00pm Closed Tuesday . ( It does host private bookings for all occasions on any Tuesday , but evenings only .)
The Heritage Valley Café Wisemans Ferry BEST COFFEE • GREAT BREAKFAST • RELAXING ATMOSPHERE
The Heritage Valley Café is nestled out the back of Wisemans Ferry central , overlooking the beautiful escarpment of mountains and the Hawkesbury River .
It is family run with a seasonal menu serving all day breakfast and a delicious lunch menu , with a wide selection of hot and cold drinks . It also stocks a huge range of lollies inspired by the old- fashioned style ‘ lolly shoppe ’ and has a soft play area for the kids , so
you can sit back , relax and enjoy your meal while the kids keep themselves busy .
You can finish your experience by choosing one of our delicious ice creams ; there are eight different flavours to choose from .
This establishment is well worth the drive so make a booking and experience the little hidden gem for yourself . The Heritage also caters for private functions , just have a chat with one of our friendly staff members to find out what ’ s on offer .
Upcoming Event
13 December Gingerbread House Workshop
OPEN : Monday , Wednesday to Friday 8.00am - 3.00pm . Saturday and Sunday 7.30am – 4.00pm . Closed Tuesday . ( It does host private bookings for all occasions on any Tuesday , but evenings only .) Heritage Valley Café is at shop 12 / 5557 Old Northern Rd , Wisemans Ferry 2775 . Call us on 02 4566 4913 , email forgottenvalleycatering @ outlook . com or find us on Facebook : @ HeritageValleyCafe .
UPCOMING EVENT : 5pm 13 December : Gingerbread House Workshop $ 50 per gingerbread house . Payment must be made on booking .
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