Bathurst is a Gardener’s Nirvana Spring 2026
Colour, flavour, visual inspiration - all and more pushing up from the rich Bathurst soils this October and November with this bonus for visiting gardeners.
Free Bathurst Garden Spectacular tickets for Littlebourne guests weekend 31 October to 1 November.
Arrive at the Littlebourne garden to experience the unfolding pleasures of Australian natives wrapping around traditional English plantings. As this 200 year old garden is being brought back to life, feast on the edible plants and float on the scent of old fashioned roses.
Explore some of the many Spring festivals and open gardens in the district - listed below in Bathurst, Rockley, Milthorpe, Orange and Hartley.
Then spend a full day exploring Mayfield Garden, the largest private garden in the Southern hemisphere – it’s just 25 minutes up the road.
Drive back to Sydney via the Bell’s Line to see Australian native wattles, and pop into the amazing Mount Wilson garden area. Spend an hour or two at the incredible Mount Tomah Botanic Garden on the way.
Our top tip – stay three nights and enjoy the fresh air and visual feasts!
Bathurst Spring Spectacular - 31 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
From tiny historic cottage gardens to rambling farm gardens, the Bathurst garden club open a terrific range of local private gardens for this exclusive weekend.
Hartley Valley Garden Festival - October date TBA
Five inspiring gardens will be open around the hamlet of Hartley – on the main highway to Bathurst.
Hartley Valley Garden Festival
Orange Open Gardens - October date TBA
Orange is another inland city with gardens of four seasons. Another option for exploring the region.
Millthorpe Garden Ramble November date TBA
Ramble in and around the historic village of Milthorpe – stopping off at some gorgeous cafes and galleries as well!
Rockley Open Gardens November date TBA
Rockley is an incredible National Trust village just 25 minutes from Bathurst. While walking their beautiful gardens, stop off at the Rockley Pub owned by Matt Moran. It’s all a wonderful colourful adventure.
Littlebourne’s garden