Family Fun

• • • Apple Fun Park (the non-iPhone kind)
      Let the kids jump, run and play. While Donnybrook is famous for its eating apples, the Apple Fun Park is the largest free entry community-owned playground in Australia. Features BBQ facilities, toilets, ample parking and shaded picnic tables. Open day and night. More.
      Visit: https://www.donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au/explore/things-to-do/apple-fun-park.aspx
    • Gnomesville (30-mins drive)
      This is the perfect social media moment for adults and kids alike. Hundred of tiny gnomes from around the world gathered here—each with a story. Read more.
      Visit: https://www.gnomesville.com.au/
    • Golden Valley Tree Park (25-mins drive)
      Experience the sixty hectares of landscaped parklands set in the picturesque hills of Balingup. Marvel at the variety of rare and unusual Australian trees—all with labels. Dogs permitted. No camping. More
      Visit: http://www.goldenvalleytreepark.org.au/

Fitness, Bushwalking & Mountain Bike Fun

• • • The Munda Biddi Trail ( 5-mins drive to intersection point)
      Stretching from Perth to Albany the Munda Biddi Trail is a world-class, nature-based, off-road cycling experience. The trail crosses the Preston River just north of Donnybrook. More
      Visit: https://www.mundabiddi.org.au/trip-planning/maps/online-map
    • Bibbulmun Track (15-mins drive to intersection point)
      Stretching from Perth to Albany the Bibbulmun Track is one of the world’s great long-distance walk trails.
      Visit: https://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/trip-planner/track-towns/balingup/

Wineries & Restaurants

Donnybrook, once renowned as WA’s premier apple-growing region, is rapidly establishing a reputation as the vibrant new viticultural scene. Discover why.

• • • Oakway Estate Wines, Donnybrook
      Overlooking the vineyard and Capel River, this premium award-winning boutique winery and craft brewery is a definite must. Enjoy tastings or delight in the café menu of gourmet pizzas, tasting plates, coffee, tea and more. Visit: https://www.oakwayestate.com.au/
    • Barrecas Winery, Donnybrook
      One of Western Australia’s most decorated family-owned wineries. Proud recipients of multiple awards and medals for their wines. Generous cellar door tastings.
      Visit: https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attraction_Review-g488340-d3371910-Reviews-Barrecas_Winery-Donnybrook_Western_Australia.html
    • Barton Jones Wines, Donnybrook
      Enjoy the rustic charm of Barton Jones Wines straw bale cellar door experience while overlooking picturesque views of the vineyard. More. Visit: https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attraction_Review-g488340-d2717854-Reviews-Barton_Jones_Wines-Donnybrook_Western_Australia.html
    • Thomson Brook Wines
      If sweet and dry table wines and ports excite your palette, Thompson Brook Wines is for you. This family-owned and operated winery rests in the picturesque Preston Valley. More.
      Visit: http://www.thomsonbrookwines.com.au/
    • Mazza Wines
      Treat yourself to a wine tasting adventure. Experience premium, small-batch Mazza Wines made from locally grown Spanish and Portuguese grape varieties. More.
      Visit: https://www.mazza.com.au/
    • Smallwater Estate
      Touted as ‘the most awarded boutique winery in the Geographe region’ Smallwater Estate is a cellar door you can’t miss. More.
      Visit: https://smallwaterestate.com/
    • Mandalay Road Wines
      Visit: https://mandalayroad.com.au/
    • Byramgou Park
      Visit: 183 Wade Rd, Brookhampton WA 6239

Markets

• • • Donnybrook Station Markets
      Every 3rd Saturday (9 am -1 pm). Come join the lively atmosphere and sample local farm-fresh fruit, veggies and produce. Enjoy local arts and crafts and explore a host of other market treasures while live music keeps the beat. Visit: https://www.donnybrookwa.com.au/events.php
    • Donnybrook Artisans
      86 South Western Highway, Donnybrook. Find them on Facebook.

Local Festivals

Book & save at festival times. We’d love to see you.

• • • Apple Festival (Easter Break)
      With entertainment across two massive stages, an enormous produce tent, wine tasting, sideshow alley, and free entertainment for the kids, the Donnybrook Apple Festival is a perfect excuse for an Easter Break getaway. Visit: https://donnybrookapplefestival.com.au/
    • Donnybrook Food and Wine Festival (November)
      Join in the celebrations and toast the region’s vibrant food and wine culture. Free entry. More.
      Visit: https://www.donnybrookfoodandwinefest.com.au/

Half-Day Trips

• • • Busselton (45-mins drive)
      Have a picnic on the world-class foreshore, walk under the sea, or stroll the world-famous Busselton Jetty. Visit: https://www.margaretriverwesternaustralia.com.au/locations/busselton-western-australia
    • Ferguson Valley (20-mins drive)
      Whether you’re looking for an adventure, a chance to get back to nature or want the illusion that you’ve stepped into Tuscan wine country, you’ll love a trip to the Ferguson Valley. Visit: https://fergusonvalley.net.au/
    • Balingup (20-mins drive)
      If you love exploring picturesque village-like towns with quirky personalities, Balingup is a must-see. Add to this magnificent forest scenery, rolling hills and the Blackwood River, and you’ll be experiencing one of WA’s premier tourist drives.Visit: https://balinguptourism.com.au/attractions/

More Attractions

• • • Visit the Donnybrook Visitor Centre
      Railway Heritage Precinct
      South Western Highway,
      Donnybrook, Western Australia 6239
      P: +61 8 9731 1720
      W: https://www.donnybrookwa.com.au/index.php
    • More Donnybrook attractions
      View the Visitor Centre’s official list of attractions.
      Visit: https://www.donnybrookwa.com.au/attractions.php