Scone

Scone in the Upper Hunter, is one of the most important towns in the horse breeding and racing industry, and is known as the horse capital of Australia, with over 65 horse studs.

A Crown reserve was created on the east bank of Kingdon Ponds in 1826. Part of this reserve became the village of Scone (gazetted 1837), and a municipality in 1888.

Scone is home to three award winning vineyards -Tyrell’s Lake Glenbawn, Birnam Wood and Winbourne Wines.

When you first arrive in Scone the first stop you should make is at the Visitor Information Centre, there they can offer suggestions with attractions, dates for special events and accommodation and meals.

What to do in Scone:

• Visit Burning Mountain Nature Reserve, located 20km north of Scone. It has a burning coal seam thought to have been alight for more than 5,000 years.
• Relax by hiring a cabin or having a picnic at Lake Glenbawn could be more desired. The lake stretches from the dam wall far back into the foothills of the Mt Royal Range.
• There are five hotels, five motels and two caravan parks and the Visitor Information Centre can organise and book your accommodation for you.

Don’t Miss:

• Visit a world-class thoroughbred stud - by appointment only.
• Take a tour of the Australian Stock Horse Museum.
• Taste some local wines at the Tourist Information Centre.
• Experience a great day of country racing at The Scone Cup.
• Explore the natural beauty of the nearby Barrington Tops National Park.

For More Information:

Scone Visitor Information Centre:

Cnr of Kelly and Susan Street, Scone NSW 2337
Tel: (02) 65451526 Fax: (02) 65453089
Email: sconevic@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au
Website: www.horsecapital.com.au