EXPERIENCE A LITTLE COUNTRY
This Winter
We all need a little country in our lives, so this Winter, take the road less travelled to Somerset.
Nestled in the heart of Southeast Queensland, Somerset is just a one-hour drive from the Brisbane CBD, Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast. The many towns and villages of Somerset are the heartbeat of the region. Explore quaint country towns bursting with charm and character. Stay in style at a secluded retreat or warm up by the campfire in a natural haven.
Get off the beaten track and back to nature with a stroll through native bushland or cycle your way along Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. Travel through the villages of Somerset and uncover artisan treasures, farm fresh flavours and a winter wonderland of unique events, art and entertainment.
Take the road less travelled and experience a little country this winter in Somerset.
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Around The Campfire
Whether you’re with friends or family, there’s nothing like sitting around a roaring campfire to warm your hands and hearts. Switch off from the world and get back to nature with a fireside camping adventure.
Boasting stunning views of Mount Glen Rock, the Esk Caravan Park offers a state of the art camp kitchen, complete with pizza ovens, cosy stone fire place and a range of in park events. The Esk Caravan Park is the perfect glamping, camping, caravanning and cabin location to base yourself to Experience Esk this winter.
With spacious and lakeside sites, Lake Wivenhoe Campgrounds offer stunning lakeside views and quality amenities. As the temperature drops warm yourself by the brazier and enjoy the stunning views of Lake Wivenhoe.
Experience Esk
In the heart of Somerset awaits Esk, a town full of country charm, heritage and unique experiences.
The stunning backdrop of Mount Glen Rock offers a picture-perfect background to enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon drinks.
Stroll down the main street and enjoy boutique cafes, gift and antique shops and country pub. Stay overnight at the beautifully landscaped Esk Caravan Park, enjoy your solitude at The Stonehouse Retreat or stay close to the action at the Esk Grand Hotel and explore the treasures of Esk.
Make sure to visit the annual Esk Garden Fair with a range of stalls, garden art, industry expert conversations, entertainment and of course plants galore.
Winter Walks
Walk away the winter blues with a stroll through Somerset’s most scenic countryside. With crisp, clear skies, there’s no better time than winter to explore the hidden treasures of Somerset by foot.
Take a bush walk along the banks of Lake Wivenhoe at the Wivenhoe Hill Trails. With four trails to choose from, each trail offers beautiful bush scenery, full of native flora and fauna. Get off the beaten track this winter and uncover the natural treasures of Lake Wivenhoe Hill Trails.
Must Do Events & Experiences
Warm up your winter with these must do events and experiences in Somerset. From live entertainment and garden fairs to rail trail adventures and farm to fork experiences.
Featured Flavours
When the temperature drops, there’s nothing like a hearty meal full of farm fresh flavours to warm the soul. From classic country pub meals to freshly roasted coffee or lovingly curated picnic provisions, a diversity of regional flavours awaits in Somerset.
More to do in Moore
Along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail awaits Moore, a tiny town full of authentic country charm. Moore is the perfect pit stop for rail trail users. Stay the night at the spacious Montrose on Moore B&B.
Enjoy an old fashioned Devonshire Tea at Supper Room Art Gallery and make sure to catch a glimpse of the heritage listed Stonehouse Moore at the annual open days in July.
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Getting here
Located in the heart of Southeast Queensland, we’re just an hour from Brisbane CBD and an easy drive from Toowoomba, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Somerset is the perfect location for a weekend getaway or country escape with 5,382km2 of countryside for you to explore.
Toowoomba
60 minutes
Brisbane CBD
80 minutes
Sunshine Coast
90 minutes
Gold Coast
120 minutes
Getting here
Located in the heart of Southeast Queensland, we’re just an hour from Brisbane CBD and an easy drive from Toowoomba, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Somerset is the perfect location for a weekend getaway or country escape with 5,382km2 of countryside for you to explore.
Ipswich
30 minutes
Brisbane CBD
80 minutes
Toowoomba
60 minutes
Sunshine Coast
90 minutes
Gold Coast
120 minutes
VISITOR INFORMATION
Esk Visitor Information Centre
82 Ipswich Street,
Esk
07 5424 2923
The Condensery
29 Factory Road, Toogoolawah
07 5423 1036
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Fernvale Explore Centre
1483 Brisbane Valley Highway, Fernvale
07 5424 0200
Kilcoy Explore Centre
41 Hope Street,
Kilcoy
07 5422 0440
Esk Visitor Information Centre
82 Ipswich Street,
Esk
07 5424 2923
The Condensery
29 Factory Road,
Toogoolawah
07 5423 1036
- Somerset Regional Council 2022
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