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Tenterfield is a town (population 4,066 in 2016) in the New England region of New South Wales in Australia.

Understand[edit]

Rouse Street (New England Highway), the main street of Tenterfield

The indigenous Jukembal people were the first inhabitants of the Tenterfield district. The name Tenterfield is from Tenterfield Station, a farm established in the 1840s by Sir Stuart Donaldson, who became the first Premier of New South Wales. He named his property after Tenterfield House, his family home in Scotland. Gold was discovered in the district in the 1850s. The district was planned to be a battlefield in case of a Japanese invasion during World War II, and tank traps and gun emplacements can still be seen. The New England Highway was the only all-weather road between Sydney and Brisbane until the 1950s. Tenterfield is best known for The Tenterfield Saddler, who was the grandfather of the internationally renowned entertainer Peter Allen, who was born and raised in the town.

Tenterfield is the main centre of the Tenterfield Shire Local Government Area.

Tourist information centre[edit]

Get in[edit]

Map
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Map of Tenterfield

By car[edit]

Tenterfield is at the junction of the New England Highway (A15) heading north-south, and the Bruxner Highway (B60) heading east-west.

The town is 92 km north of Glen Innes and 148 km south of Stanthorpe via Wallangarra.

Tenterfield is 158 km west of Casino via Lismore and 244 km south-east of Goondiwindi via Boggabilla and Yetman.

By coach[edit]

Armidale-Tenterfield[edit]

A NSW Trainlink coach service runs between Tenterfield and Armidale to catch the long-distance trains to Sydney. Coaches stop at the Glen Innes Visitors Information Centre.

Southbound coaches depart Tenterfield M-Su 5:40AM, depart Glen Innes 7AM, and arrive at Armidale Railway Station 8:20AM. Northbound coaches depart Armidale Railway Station M-Su 5:50PM, depart Glen Innes 7:18PM, and arrive at Tenterfield 8:28PM.

A map and timetable can be downloaded here. Bookings are essential.

  • NSW Trainlink - regular bookings, ☏ +61 13 22 32. Daily 7AM-10PM. 
  • NSW Trainlink - multi-trip and Discovery Pass, ☏ +61 13 22 32. Daily 7AM-10PM. 
  • 2 Tenterfield - coach stop, 136 Manners Street (opposite the Telegraph Hotel). 
  • 3 Tenterfield - bookings (Tenterfield Insurance Agencies), 279 Rouse Street (near the corner of Rouse Street/New England Highway and High Street/Bruxner Highway), ☏ +61 2 6736 2426. M-F 9AM-4:30PM. The coach does not stop here - it stops in Manners Street opposite the Telegraph Hotel. 
  • Armidale - coach stop and bookings (Railway Station), Brown Street, ☏ +61 13 22 32. M-F 7:30AM-11:30AM, 2PM-5:30PM. 
  • Armidale Flight Centre - bookings, Shop 3A, Corner Complex, 108 Dangar Street (near the corner of Dangar Street and Beardy Street), ☏ +61 2 6771 5474. M-F 9AM-5:30PM, Sa 9AM-noon. The coach does not stop here - it stops at the railway station. 

Brisbane-Tenterfield[edit]

Crisp's Coaches run between Brisbane and Tamworth via Tenterfield. Bookings are required - phone or use the website to secure your seat.

Note that the times given are Australian Eastern Standard Time/Queensland Time (GMT+10). From the first Su in Oct to the first Su in Apr New South Wales is on Australian Eastern Daylight Savings Time (GMT+11), so adjust arrival/departure times for stops in New South Wales by adding 1 hour.

Also note that services may be adjusted or cancelled at little or no notice due to Covid-19 lockdowns, natural disasters, or changes in operations, so please confirm with Crisp's before departure.

Outbound coaches depart Brisbane M and F 10:45AM from the long-distance bus station in Parkland Crescent (outside Platform 10 at Roma Street Railway Station) and arrive at Tenterfield at the coach stop in Manners Street at 3:45PM.

Inbound coaches depart Tenterfield M and F 10:15AM and arrive at Brisbane at the long-distance bus station in Parkland Crescent (outside Platfrom 10 at Roma Street Railway Station) at 2:30PM.

By plane[edit]

The nearest airports with regular scheduled services are at Lismore (LSY IATA), Armidale (ARM IATA), Inverell (IVR IATA), and Toowoomba (WTB IATA), all at least 1.5 to 2 hours drive away.

Get around[edit]

Private transport is best. There is a local taxi service, but no local bus service in Tenterfield.

There are no car rental agencies in Tenterfield.

See[edit]

In and near town[edit]

Tenterfield Saddler, High Street
  • 1 Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts, 205 Rouse St, ☏ +61 2 6736 6100, . Daily 10AM - 4PM. A National Trust building that contains a significant collection of Sir Henry Parkes relics. In 1889 Sir Henry Parkes delivered a famous speech which re-energised the federation movement to create the country of Australia, bringing the then separate states together in a federation, which was achieved in 1901. The S.H.P. Memorial School of Arts was built to commemorate this with a now multi-functional building including a museum, cinema, cafe and community spaces. $7 adults, $5.50 concession, $3.50 children, $17 family. Tenterfield School of Arts (Q7700835) on Wikidata Tenterfield School of Arts on Wikipedia (updated Feb 2020)
  • 2 Tenterfield Saddlery, 123 High Street (next to Vinnies/St Vincent de Paul's store), ☏ +61 2 6736 1478. Tu-Su 9AM-1PM. The Tenterfield Saddlery was classified by the National Trust of Australia in 1972. Peter Allen, singer and songwriter, has perpetuated the memory of George Woolnough in one of his best known songs "The Tenterfield Saddler". 
  • 3 Centenary Cottage Museum, 136 Logan Street, ☏ +61 2 6736 2844. F Sa 10AM-3PM, 1st 2nd 3rd Su of the month 10AM-3PM - closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. This museum complex houses the Cottage Museum, General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery, Petrie Pioneer Cottage (a typical 1860s workers cottage), and various examples of historical machinery. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 4 Tenterfield Railway Museum, 21 Railway Avenue (near the corner of Railway Avenue and Miles Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 2223, . W-Su 9AM-4PM - open every day during NSW school holidays. A preserved railway precinct - the railway line joined Sydney to Brisbane in 1886 but the line closed almost 100 years later. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 5 F-111 Memorial, just past 211 Mount Lindesay Road (1.5 km north-east of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, cross the four-way intersection with Drummon Street and continue ahead as Mount Lindesay Road, memorial is on the left hand side, off the road). This memorial commemorates 2 Royal Australian Air Force pilots who died in a training flight crash here in 1987 involving a General Dynamics F-111 Aardvark strategic bomber. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 6 Tenterfield Cork Tree, next to 103 Wood Street (take the High Street/Bruxner Highway eastbound, turn left/north onto Wood Street). A large cork tree, brought out from England as a seedling in a jam jar in 1861. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 7 Currys Gap State Conservation Area, Currys Trail (4 km south-east of Tenterfield via Douglas Street westbound, turn left/south onto Western Street then right/west onto Mount Mackenzie Road, continue around the bend to the left/south, at the fork take the left onto Currys Trail), ☏ +61 2 6736 4298. This conversation area at the base of Mount Mackenzie in order to preserve old-growth forests. It contains a water hole, a rock pool, and remains of The Common Aboriginal settlement (1930s-1980s). The reserve is closed to vehicles (gate is on Mount Mackenzie Road) but visitors are free to explore on foot - information signs on site. Good for birdwatching. Free entry. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 8 White Cottage Flower Farm, "Oakland", 193 East Street (off the Gwydir Highway eastbound, East Street is on the left), ☏ +61 448 863 533, . Sa Su 10AM-3PM. An English-style country garden, featurig camellias, perennials, wisterias, and roses. See what flowers are in the glass house, and visitors can pick their own posies. (updated Apr 2021)

Out of town[edit]

Bluff Rock, south of Tenterfield

North[edit]

  • 9 Bald Rock Campground and Picnic Area (Bald Rock National Park), Bald Rock Access Road (34 km north of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, continue through the four-way intersection with Drummond Street and continue ahead as Mount Lindesay Road, pass Thunderbolt's Hideout on the left, turn left onto Bald Rock Access Road, continue all the way to the campground and picnic area), ☏ +61 1300 072 757, . Access to the Bald Rock Summit Walking Track, the Little Bald Rock Walking Track, and the Border Walking Track. Picnic tables, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), non-flush toilets, water must be boiled or treated before consumption, or better still bring your own. Camping: unpowered sites suitable for tens, campervans and caravans, no showers. No bins so take your rubbish with you. No pets, no smoking. $8 per vehicle per day - see website for payment details. Camping - bookings required. (updated Apr 2021)

North-east[edit]

  • 10 Thunderbolt's Hideout, 1207 Mount Lindesay Road (11.5 km north-east of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, through the four-way intersection with Drummond Street and continue ahead as Mount Lindesay Road, signpost is on the left hand side). This secluded place was used by the bushranger Captain Thunderbolt (Fred Ward), it was large enough to keep his horses and the top of the rock was used as his lookout to spy for mail coaches going to and from the gold diggings in the district. 150 m walk from the road, not suitable for wheelchairs. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 11 Boonoo Boonoo Falls Picnic Area (Boonoo Boonoo National Park), West Falls Trail (41.5 km north-east of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, continue through the four-way intersection with Drummond Street as Mount Lindesay Road, pass Thunderbolt's Hideout on the left, turn right/east onto Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road then turn left and continue on Boonoo Boonoo Falls Road, pass the Wards Trail turn-off on the left, pass the Link Road on the right, continue all the way to picnic area). Starting point for the Boonoo Boonoo Falls Walking Track and the River Walk. The picnic area has pit toilets, free gas/electric barbecues, wood barbecues (bring your own firewood), drinking water (ought to be boiled or treated, or bring your own), no pets, no smoking. Ignore Google Maps driving instructions on how to get here! $8 per vehicle per day - see website for payment details. Camping - bookings required. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 12 Basket Swamp National Park, Lindrook Road, Boonoo Boonoo (16 km north-east of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, cross through the four-way intersection with Drummond Street and continue ahead on Mount Lindesay Road, pass Thunderbolt's Hideout on the left, Lindrook Road is on the right hand side), ☏ +61 2 6736 4298, . Enjoy 21 km of horse-riding trails (see https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/horse-riding-trails/basket-swamp-horse-riding-trails here). Picnic tables at Timbarra Falls and at Woollool Woolloolni Aboriginal Area, but no other facilities. Walking trail to Timbarra Lookout - download a map here. Note that Woollool Woolloolni is a place of great significance to the indigenous people, so please treat the site respectfully - more information is available here. (updated Apr 2021)

South[edit]

  • 13 Bluff Rock Viewpoint, New England Highway (southbound), Bungulla (12 km south of Tenterfield via New England Highway). A rest area with views of Bluff Rock. A monument commemorates the Aboriginal people killed in a massacre by European settlers in 1844 - more information is here. A closer viewpoint is at the turn-off to Bluff Creek Road, 1 km south on the right hand side - be mindful of the highway traffic. No access to the summit of Bluff Rock. (updated Apr 2021)

South-west[edit]

  • 14 Mount Mackenzie Lookout (Mount Mackenzie Nature Reserve), Mount Mackenzie Lookout Road (13 km south-west of Tenterfield via Douglas Street westbound, turn left/south onto Western Street then right west onto Mount Mackenzie Road, continue around the bend to the left/south, pass Currys Gap State Conservation Area on the left, turn left/south onto Gum Flat Road, turn left/east onto Mount Mackenzie Lookout Road, continue ahead to the lookout), ☏ +61 2 6736 4298. Wide views of Tenterfield and the surrounding district. Picnic and barbecue facilities, bring your own water, pit toilets, no pets permitted. Bring binoculars and cameras. (updated Apr 2021)

North-west[edit]

  • 15 Girraween National Park (Queensland) (38 km north-west of Tenterfield via New England Highway northbound, cross the state border, continue through Wallangarra, turn right onto Pyramids Road). Girraween National Park is well known for its massive granite outcrops, tors, and boulders, and wildflower displays in spring. Picnic areas and walking trails. Camping is permitted (fees apply) - see here for details. Download a National Park map here or a Discovery Guide here. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 16 Sundown National Park (Queensland), Permanents Road, Sundown (72 km north-west from Tenterfield via New England Highway northbound, turn left/west onto the Bruxner Highway, turn right/north onto Mingoola Station Road, cross the Dumaresq River bridge and the state border, turn right onto Glenlyon Dam Road, turn right/east onto Permanents Road, turn left and continue ahead to The Broadwater Campground). Sundown National Park is well known for its sharp ridges and steep gorges. There are opportunites for remote tracks and four-wheel-driving. Camping is permitted (fees apply) - see here for details. Download a National Park map here or a Discovery Guide here. (updated Apr 2021)

Do[edit]

Tenterfield Railway Museum
  • Tenterfield Soundtrail. Download the Soundtrail app for your Android or Apple device and follow a self-guided heritage trail with audio commentary. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Border Mountains Tourist Drive. A day drive through the Border Mountains, incorporating Wooodenbong, Urbenville, Tooloom National Park, Legume, Liston, and back to Tenterfield. Note that as at Apr 2021 Tooloom Falls is closed for regeneration of the surrounding habitat. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Tenterfield Cinema and Theatre, 205 Rouse Street (Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts), ☏ +61 2 6736 6100, . See the schedule here. The cinema and theatre present contemporary movies, live theatre, and musical performances. See website for ticket prices. (updated Apr 2021)

Events[edit]

  • 1 The Tenterfield Show: , Manners Street (opposite Link Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1464, . Held in Feb. Annual local festival. (date needs fixing)
  • Tenterfield Show Society Campdraft: , Manners Street (Tenterfield Showground), ☏ +61 2 6736 1464, . Held in May. An annual competition to see who has the best stockyard skills. (date needs fixing)
  • Tenterfield Autumn Festival: , ☏ +61 414 675 870, . Held at Easter. An enjoyable blend of Easter activities with celebrating Autumn. Food and entertainment for all, and competitions for those feeling fit! Activities in various places in and around the town. (date needs fixing)
  • 2 Tenterfield Farmers and Producers Market: , 139 Logan Street (corner of Logan Street and High Street at The Old Tenterfield Church), ☏ +61 407 290 971, . Held 3rd Sa of the month, 8AM-noon. The local produce, handmade food, and craft market. (date needs fixing)
  • 3 Border Railway Markets: , Wallangarra Railway Station, Rockwell Street, Wallangarra (19.5 km north-west of Tenterfield via New England Highway northbound, pass the Bruxner Highway turn-off on the left, cross the state border and in Wallangarra turn right/east onto Rockwell Street), . Held 1st Su of the month 8AM-12:30PM. Handmade art and crafts, local produce, and hot breakfasts are available. A popular market, so expect coaches and caravans to be parked at the station. (date needs fixing)
  • 4 Glenrock Gardens Open Days: , 84 Robinsons Lane (8.5 km north of Tenterfield via New England Highway northbound, turn right/north onto Rouse Street, turn left onto Old Ballandean Road, turn right onto Washpool Creek Road, turn left onto Robinsons Lane and go all the way to the end), ☏ +61 2 6736 1831, . See here for open days and times. Take a self-guided tour through this exceptional country garden. Golf cart available for those with walking difficulties. Plants and refreshments for sale. Wear a hat and closed shoes. $10 adults and children over 16. (date needs fixing)

Sports[edit]

  • 1 Tenterfield Bowling Club, corner of Molesworth Street and Scott Street, ☏ +61 2 6736 1023. Lawn bowls. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 2 Tenterfield Golf Club, Pelham Street/Washpool Creek Road (heading northbound - on the left hand side over the Ghost Gully bridge), ☏ +61 2 6736 1480. Golf club. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 3 Tenterfield Tennis, 71 Wood Street (next to The Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School), ☏ +61 438 305 759. Tennis courts. Reservations essential. See website for fees. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 4 Tenterfield Swimming Pool (Tenterfield War Memorial Baths), corner of Rouse Street (New England Highway) northbound and Petrie Street (next to Rotary Park), ☏ +61 2 6736 6080. Season: Oct-Mar. See here for hours. Solar-heated 33m 6-lane main pool, solar-headed toddler pool/wading pool with shade sail, disabled access around the main pool, disabled toilet and shower, heated showers, barbecue facilities on request, shaded seating. $4.10 adults and children aged over 3 years. (updated Apr 2021)

Buy[edit]

Tenterfield Post Office (Australia Post)

Self catering[edit]

  • 1 Coles, corner of Rouse Street (New England Highway) and Miles Street (Henry Parkes Plaza, entrance in Rouse Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 4922. M-F 7AM-9PM, Sa 7AM-8PM, Su 8AM-8PM. Supermarket. Liquor store. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 2 Foodworks Tenterfield, 115 High Street (Bruxner Highway) (at the pedestrian crossing, next to Vinnies, opposite Premier Meats), ☏ +61 2 6736 2164, . M-F 7AM-6:30PM, Sa Su 8AM-1PM. Convenience store. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 3 Amcal Pharmacy Tenterfield, 248 Rouse Street (opposite Bruxner Park, at the pedestrian crossing), ☏ +61 2 6736 1028. M-F 9AM-5:30PM, Sa 9AM-noon. Chemist. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 4 Sullivan's Newspower (Tenterfield Newsagency), 232 Rouse Street (opposite Bruxner Park and the telephone exchange building), ☏ +61 2 6736 1242. M-F 9AM-5PM, Sa 9AM-noon. Newsagent. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 5 Premier Meats, 118 High Street (Bruxner Highway) (opposite The Tenterfield Saddler and Vinnies/St Vincent de Paul's store), ☏ +61 2 6736 1178. M-F 6:30AM-5:30PM, Sa 7AM-12:30PM. Butchers. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 6 Tenterfield Bakery, 226 Rouse Street (opposite the telephone exchange, next to Tenterfield Fish Shop), ☏ +61 2 6736 3361. M-F 6:30AM-4PM, Sa Su 6:30AM-2PM. Bakery. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 7 Sue's Fruit and Veg, Corner of Scott Street and Donnelly Lane (New England Highway southbound, Donnelly Lane on the right hand side), ☏ +61 400 375 482. M-F 7AM-5PM. Greengrocer. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 8 Tenterfield Laundrette, 327 Rouse St (next to Bi Rite Home Appliances), ☏ +61 488 485 464. M-Su 5AM-10PM. Washing and drying facilities. Takes coins or cards. Free Wi-Fi. Eco-friendly. CCTV security. (updated Apr 2021)

Art and craft[edit]

  • 9 Artists Collective Studio, 199 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (next to the Peter Allen Motor Inn), ☏ +61 410 025 519, . Th F 10AM-4PM, Sa-M 9AM-3PM. This studio offers the month-long exhibitions and the sale of artworks, paintings, pottery, textiles, and jewellery. There are also workshops by various artists in a range of mediums and techniques. This studio aims to promote the works of local artists. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 10 Gallery 299, 299 Rouse Street (opposite Bridgestone Tyres), ☏ +61 2 6736 3219, . M-F 9:30AM-3PM. This gallery showcases artwork by Indigenous Australians, both local and around Australia - original paintings, hand-crafted creations, gifts and homewares. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 11 Make It Tenterfield, 210 Rouse Street (upstairs above the Mitre 10 hardware store), ☏ +61 412 576 314, . M-F 9:30AM-3PM, Sa 9AM-11:30AM. The base for a local community of artists and makers, this gallery showcases clothing, shoes, jewellery, bags, fibre art, ceramics, pottery, lamp shades, lead-lighting, up-cycled creations, dolls, mixed media paintings and drawings, indigenous artwork, and laser-cut sculptures. Enquire about workshops. (updated Apr 2021)

Fine food[edit]

Bald Rock National Park
  • 2 Wild Soults Meadery, "Fairview", 41 Gilligan's Lane, Torrington (66.5 km north-west of Tenterfield - follow the mud-map here), ☏ +61 459 224 069, . By appointment only. Enjoy their various sparkling mead made from honey from local trees and local spring water. No added flavours, no preservatives, all chemical free. Vegan friendly and gluten free. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 12 Aloomba Lavender, 5425 Mount Lindesay Road, Linton (55.5 km north of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Road, cross the four-way intersecton with Drummond Street and continue ahead as Mount Lindesay Road, pass Thunderbolt's Hideout on the left, pass Bald Rock National Park on the left, pass the Amosfield Road turn-off on the left, lavender farm is on the left hand side), ☏ +61 7 4686 1191, . Th-M 10AM-4PM. Wander through the lavender fiels and browse the various lavender goods for sale. Gift shop with lavender and non-lavender products, and coffee available. Also a B&B and campground, phone, email or see website for particulars. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 13 Cherrydale Orchard, 8816 New England Highway (southbound) (10 km south of Tenterfield via New England Highway, entrance on the left), ☏ +61 403 198 486, . Fruit available Nov-Feb, open M-Su 9AM-5PM.. Cherrydale Orchard grows and sells cherries, cherries, apricots, plums, nectarine and peaches. Plant nursery open in autumn. Free entry, but cash sales only for purchases, no cards. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 14 Deepwater Brewing, 52 Wellington Vale Road, Deepwater (52.5 km south-west of Tenterfield via New England Highway southbound, through Deepwater and turn right onto Wellington Vale Road, brewery on the right hand side), ☏ +61 432 757 750, . F 11AM-8PM (pizza from 5PM), Sa 11AM-6PM (pizza noon-3PM), Su 11AM-3PM. A family owned brewery making "beer with altitude". Many styles to taste and choose from. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 15 Mistral Hill Country Kitchen, 205 Timbarra Road (13 km east of Tenterfield via Bruxner Highway eastbound, turn right/east onto Timbarra Road, entrance on the left hand side), ☏ +61 2 6736 5453, . Phone or email for hours. Home-made mustard pickles, spicy tomato chutney, maple syrup onion marmelade, dukkah, orange almond liqueur marmelade, and chilli tomato pickle. Accommodation available, see here for details. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 16 Reedy Creek Estate, 6617 Bruxner Highway (westbound), Mingoola (66.5 km west of Tenterfield via New England Highway northbound, turn left/west onto the Bruxner Highway, cross the Mole River bridge, winery is on the left hand side), ☏ +61 2 6737 5221, . M-Su 9AM-5PM, closed Good Friday and Christmas Day. Reedy Creek Estate has been producing wines since the 1960s. Morning tea and afternoon tea provided. Holiday cottage available, phone or email for particulars. (updated Apr 2021)

Eat[edit]

Telegraph Hotel, Manners Street - the coaches stop across the street

Hotels[edit]

Restaurants[edit]

  • Henry On Rouse, 144 Rouse St (Best Western Henry Parkes Motel), ☏ +61 2 6736 1066, . M-Su 7-9AM, 6-9PM. A la carte menu. Lounge Bar with log fire in winter. Main from $14.50. 
  • The Commercial Boutique Hotel, 288 Rouse Street (corner of Rouse Street and High Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 4870. M-Su, lunch from noon, dinner from 6PM. Restaurant fare - table service. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Greenview Restaurant (Tenterfield Bowling Club) (corner of Molesworth Street and Scott Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1848. M-Su noon-2PM 6-8:30PM. Bistro fare. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 1 Uncle Tom's Chinese Cuisine, 291 Rouse Street, ☏ +61 2 6736 5111. Chinese, Cantonese, and Australian cuisine. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 2 Coco Thai, 261 Rouse Street (opposite the Regional Australia Bank), ☏ +61 2 6736 5925. M-Fr noon-2PM 4-8PM, Sa 5-8PM. Thai cuisine. (updated Apr 2021)

Cafes[edit]

Fast food[edit]

  • 11 Tenterfield Gourmet Pizza, 236 Rouse St, ☏ +61 487 108 952. Tu-Su noon-2PM, 5-8:30PM. Dine in and takeaway. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Tally Ho Tucker (Tally Ho Motor Inn), 428 Rouse Street (New England Highway northbound, over Tenterfield Creek on the left hand side), ☏ +61 2 6758 6505. Th-Su 5:30-7:30PM. Pizza, garlic bread, cold drinks. No delivery. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 12 Tenterfield Fish Shop, 224 Rouse Street (opposite the post office and the telephone exchange building), ☏ +61 2 6736 1361. Fish and chips. (updated Apr 2021)

Drink[edit]

Sleep[edit]

The Commercial Boutique Hotel

Hotels[edit]

Motels[edit]

  • 1 Best Western The Henry Parkes, 144 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (corner of Rouse Street and Miles Street)), ☏ +61 2 6736 1066, . Rooms have air conditioning, TV, mini bar, internet access, in-room movie. Deluxe rooms with spa bath, kitchenette, and laundry facilities. On-site restaurant. Disabled access rooms available. Henry's Cottage also available. Phone or email for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 2 Golfers Inn Motel, 189 Pelham Street (corner of New England Highway and Pelham Street - entrance in Pelham Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 3898, . A 3-minute drive to the Tenterfield Golf Club. Motel offers barbecue facilities, internet and WiFi access, communal kitchen, cappucino machine, pancakes machine, cots available, courtesy transfer, high chair available, laundry, pets OK (must enquire on booking), tour desk, walking tracks. See here for rates, phone or email for availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 3 Jumbuck Motor Inn, 141 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (corner of Rouse Street and Miles Street, opposite the Tenterfield Visitors Information Centre), ☏ +61 2 6736 2055, . 16 rooms with air conditioning, free WiFi, desk, electric blankets, hairdryer, microwave oven, iron and ironing board, refrigerator, ensuite with shower, tea and coffee making facilities, toaster, Foxtel cable TV, table and chairs. Room service breakfast and evening meals. Phone, email, or check website for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 4 Peter Allen Motor Inn, 177 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (opposite Coles), ☏ +61 2 6736 2499, toll-free: +61 1800 803 599, . 19 rooms with undercover parking, off-street parking for trailers, ensuite bathrooms, flat-screen TV with Foxtel, free WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge, toaster, microwave oven on request, air conditioning, ironing facilities, cot available on request, barbecue facilities. Disabled access room available. No pets. Phone, email, or check website for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 5 Settlers Motor Inn, 120 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (corner of Rouse Street and Douglas Street - entrance in Douglas Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 2333, . Check-out: Phone or email for rates and availability. 18 rooms with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, undercover parking, tea and coffee making facilities, toaster, microwave oven, direct-dial phones, meals to rooms. Swimming pool. Guests with electric vehicles must book the King Room in order to have access to the vehicle charger.. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 6 Tally Ho Motor Inn, 428 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (New England Highway northbound, over Tenterfield Creek on the left hand side), ☏ +61 2 6736 1577, . 23 rooms with free WiFi, undercover parking, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, toaster, kettle, microwave oven. Phone, email, or check website for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Tenterfield Bowling Club Motor Inn, 77 Molesworth Street, ☏ +61 2 6736 1023. Rooms with complimentary light breakfast, TV with Foxtel, free WiFi, room serviced daily, tea and coffee making facilities, toaster, microwave, electric blankets. Disabled room available. From $120 per night. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 7 Tentefield Motor Inn, 112 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (next to historic Stannum House), ☏ +61 2 6736 1177, . 19 rooms with full undercover parking, heavy vehicle parking available, toaster, kettle, microwave oven, electric blankets, air conditioning, free WiFi, room service (dinners M-Th), complimentary breakfasts, pets welcome subject to conditions. All rooms away from the highway. Phone, email, or see here for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Tenterfield Tavern and Motor Inn, 378 Rouse Street (New England Highway northbound), ☏ +61 2 6736 2888, . Rooms with air conditioning, desk, kitchenette with microwave oven, toaster, mini bar, continental breakfast, free WiFi. (updated Apr 2021)

Accommodation[edit]

Stannum House
  • 8 Amore Casa, 206 Pelham Street (corner of Pelham Street and Drummond Street), ☏ +61 439 769 998, . 2-bedroom accommodation with wood fireplace, air conditioning, fully self-contained kitchen, free WiFi and Netflix, games room, tennis court, washing machine. from $160 per night. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Fairways Lodge (Tenterfield Golf Club), Pelham Street/Washpool Creek Road, ☏ +61 2 6736 1480. Accommodation for golfers, package deals available. See website for rates, phone for availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 9 Mistral Hill Country Cottage, 205 Timbarra Road (12.5 km east of Tenterfield via Bruxner Highway eastbound, turn right/east onto Timbarra Road, entrance is on the left), ☏ +61267365453, +61437070661, . A self-contained 2-bedroom cottage with a fully-equipped kitchen and lounge/dining area, bathroom with separate toilet, laundry, verandah with barbecue, air conditioning. Dinner available, delivered to the cottage. Wines and home-made foods for sale. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 10 Old Council Chambers, 157 Manners Street (corner of Manners Street and Logan Street), ☏ +61 407 290 971, . 2 luxury self-contained suites, fireplace in each suite, free WiFi with Netflix, gourmet kitchens and cookware, bicycles, espresso machine with grinder and fresh coffee beans, courtyard with fire pit. Non smoking. No children. From $325 per night. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 11 Red and White Rose Cottages, 130 Douglas Street (near the corner of Douglas Street and Logan Street), ☏ +61 417 270 800, . 2 self-contained cottages built around 1870, White Rose has a queen-sized bedroom, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom. Red Rose has a country kitchen with European appliances, deluxe rain shower, Scandinavian wood burner, china, luxury fittings and furniture. Phone for availability, see website for payment details.. White Rose from $150 per night, Red Rose from $260 per night - minimum stay 2 nights. Discounts for weekly stay. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 12 Stannum House, 114 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (next to the Tenterfield Motor Inn), ☏ +61 2 6736 5538, . 5-star historic hotel, 6 rooms with complimentary breakfast, guest laundry, WiFi internet. Non-smoking rooms. Communal lounge. Tennis courts. Phone or email for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 13 Stonepine Ridge, 224 Wallaroo Range Road, Wilson's Downfall (52 km north-east of Tenterfield via Naas Street eastbound, turn left/north onto Logan Street, continue ahead through the four-way intersection with Drummond Street and proceed as Mount Lindesay Road, pass Thunderbolt's Hideout on the left, pass Bald Rock National Park on the left, turn right/east onto Undercliffe Road, turn right/east onto Wallaroo Range Road, proceed to accommodation), ☏ +61 402 802 793, . Stay in a self-contained wing of the homestead, breakfast included, meals available. Suite has air conditioning, indoor fireplace, central heating, washer, TV, fridge, barbecue, microwave oven, dishes and cutlery, coffee maker, hairdryer, linen, soap, shampoo. Camping is also an option, see here. Phone, email, or use website to enquire about rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 14 Tenterfield Cottage, 121 Rouse Street (opposite Stannum House), ☏ +61 408 247 965, . A 3-bedroom cottage (sleeps 7) with 2 bathrooms, wood fireplace, air conditioning, linen supplied, TV, DVD player, CD player fully equipped kitchen, continental breakfast provisions, barbecue on the deck, electric blankets, free WiFi, laundry, undercover parking, dog friendly (advise on booking, $50 cleaning fee). Non smoking. Phone, email, or enquire on website for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 15 Wangrah Wilderness Lodge, 1017 Bluff River Road, Sandy Flat (37 km south-west from Tenterfield via New England Highway southbound, turn right onto Bluff River Road (near Bluff Rock), continue ahead to the lodge), ☏ +61 2 6737 3665, . A choice of 4 cottages with a fully functional kitchen with cooking and eating utensils, wood heater, barbecue, fridge, microwave oven, stove top. 20 km of riverfront of the Mole River to explore. Go bushwalking or birdwatching, swimming, fishing (bring your own rods and gear), bike riding (bring your own bikes), play tennis ($10 per hour), take a 4-wheel-drive tour ($35 per person per hour, minimum 4 people, reservations in advance). From $155 per night - phone or email for availability. (updated Apr 2021)

Caravan parks[edit]

Tenterfield Lodge (former hotel) at the Tenterfield Lodge Caravan Park
  • 16 Tenterfield Lodge and Caravan Park, 2 Manners Street (corner of Manners Street and Railway Avenue), ☏ +61 2 6736 1477, . Powered sites, limited unpowered sites (bookings essential), cabins. The caravan park features 2 gas barbecues, free WiFi, dump point, full laundry facilities, pets welcome with restrictions, fire pit, Devonshire teas, book exchange/library, DVD library, communal lounge, dining area, and kitchen, dog washing facilities (gold coin donation). Note that there isn't a playground or swimming pool to keep children entertained, who must be accompanied by an adult at all times.. Phone, email, or enquire on the website for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • 17 Craig's Caravan Park, 102 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (corner of Rouse Street and Clive Street - office is next to the service station in Rouse Street, entrance is in Clive Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1585, . Powered and unpowered sites, vans, cabins. Pet friendly - restrictions apply. Gas bottle refills. Barbecue facilities. Ablutions block with disabled access. Phone or email for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)
  • Seven Knights Caravan Park (United Fuels), 94 Rouse Street, ☏ +61 2 6736 2005. Phone for rates and availability. (updated Apr 2021)

Camping[edit]

Connect[edit]

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Emergency[edit]

Fuel and mechanical[edit]

  • 7 BP Tenterfield, 69 Rouse Street (New England Highway southbound) (corner of New England Highway and Simpson Street, opposite the football grounds), ☏ +61 2 6736 1290. M-Sa 5AM-10PM, Su 6AM-10PM. Petrol station. 
  • 8 Liberty (Barrys Fuel Supplies), 104 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (corner of Rouse Street/New England Highway and Clive Street). Petrol station. 
  • 9 Liberty (Tindall's Fuel Supplies), 159 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (next to the Tenterfield Visitors Information Centre). Petrol station. 
  • 10 Metro Petroleum, 154-162 High Street (Bruxner Highway) (corner of High Street/Bruxner Highway and Logan Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1207. Petrol station. 
  • 11 Rovera's Auto Parts and Repairs, 146 High Street (Bruxner Highway) (near the Royal Hotel), ☏ +61 2 6736 1290. Mechanics. 
  • 12 Bridgestone Tenterfield, 310 Rouse Street (New England Highway) (near the Commonwealth Bank), ☏ +61 2 6736 2171. M-F 8AM-5PM, Sa 8AM-noon. Tyres. Brakes. Mechanics. Safety checks. Suspension. Wheel alingment. Wheels. 

Public telephones[edit]

  • Public telephone, Rouse Street (New England Highway) (outside the telephone exchange building, next to the post office). 
  • 13 Public telephone, Rouse Street (New England Highway) (near the corner of Rouse Street and Molesworth Street). 
  • 14 Public telephone, High Street (not on the Bruxner Highway) (outside the TAFE college). 

Public toilets[edit]

  • 15 Public toilet, Clarence Street (Market Square Park - opposite the Deloraine B&B). Open 24 hours. Disabled access. Disabled parking. 
  • 16 Public toilet, Rouse Street (Bruxner Park - next to the telephone exchange building). M-Su 6:30AM-9PM. Disabled access. Parking. 
  • Public toilet, Rouse Street (The Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts). M-Su 10AM-4PM. Disabled access. Parking. 
  • Public toilet, Rouse Street (Tenterfield Visitors Information Centre). M-F 9AM-4:30PM, Sa 9AM-4PM, Su 10AM-2PM. Disabled access. Sanitary disposal. Disabled parking. Parking for caravans and RVs. 

Banks[edit]

  • 17 National Australia Bank (NAB), 283 Rouse Street (corner of Rouse Street and High Street, opposite the Commercial Boutique Hotel), ☏ +61 132 265. M-F 9:30AM-12:30PM. ATM is not at the branch - see ATMs below. 
  • 18 Regional Australia Bank, 266 Rouse Street (opposite the Coco Thai restaurant), ☏ +61 132 067. M-Th 10AM-3PM, F 9AM-5PM. 
  • 19 Commonwealth Australia Bank, 324 Rouse Street (near Bridgstone Tyres), ☏ +61 2 6736 1083. M-W 9:30AM-4PM, Th 9:30AM-5PM, F 9:30AM-4PM. 
  • Bank@Post (Australia Post), 225 Rouse Street (corner of Rouse Street and Manners Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1295. M-F 8:45AM-5PM. Agent for Commonwealth Bank, Westpac Bank, National Australia Bank 

ATMs[edit]

  • National Australia Bank ATM, 164-182 Rouse Street (Tenterfield Plaza/Coles). Open 24 hours. No ATM at the bank branch 
  • RediATM, 266 Rouse Street (Regional Australia Bank). Open 24 hours. 
  • CashcardATM, 130 High Street (Royal Hotel). Hotel hours. 
  • TotalATM, 69 Rouse Street (BP Tenterfield). Petrol station hours. 

Services[edit]

  • 20 Australia Post, 225 Rouse Street (corner of Rouse Street and Manners Street), ☏ +61 2 6736 1295. M-F 8:45AM-5PM. 

Go next[edit]

  • Wallangarra (Queensland) - north-west of Tenterfield: 19.5 km via New England Highway (A15) northbound (16 min)
  • Stanthorpe (Queensland) - north of Tenterfield: 56.5 km via New England Highway (A15) northbound, through Wallangarra (51 min)
  • Warwick (Queensland) - north of Tenterfield: 118 km via New England Highway (A15) northbound, through Wallangarra, through Stanthorpe (1 hr 32 min)
  • Urbenville - north-east of Tenterfield: 140 km via Bruxner Highway (B60) eastbound, through Drake, cross the Clarence River bridge, through Tabulam, at Sandilands turn left/north onto Clarence Way, through Bonalbo, through Old Bonalbo, continue ahead to Urbenbille (1 hr 56 min)
  • Beaudesert (Queensland) - north-east of Tenterfield: 225 km via 140 km via Bruxner Highway (B60) eastbound, through Drake, cross the Clarence River bridge, through Tabulam, at Sandilands turn left/north onto Clarence Way, through Bonalbo, through Old Bonalbo, at Urbenville turn right/north to continue on Clarence Way, at Woodenbong turn right/east onto Mount Lindesay Road, turn left/north onto Summerland Way (B91), cross the state border and continue as Mount Lindesay Highway (SH13), pass the Boonah-Rathdowney Road (SR93) turn-off on the left and continue through Rathdowney, continue ahead to Beaudesert (3 hr 9 min)
  • Casino - east of Tenterfield: 127 km via Bruxner Highway (B60) eastbound, through Drake, cross the Clarence River bridge, through Tabulam, pass the Clarence Way turn-off on the left, through Mallangannee, through Mummulgum, continue into Casino (1 hr 40 min)
  • Lismore - east of Tenterfield: 157 km via Bruxner Highway (B60) eastbound, through Drake, cross the Clarence River bridge, through Tabulam, pass the Clarence Way turn-off on the left, through Mallangannee, through Mummulgum, at Casino turn left/north at the roundabout and cross the Richmond River Bridge then turn right at the second roundabout onto Johnston Street/Bruxner Highway, continue ahead to Lismore (2 hr 6 min)
  • Glen Innes - south-west of Tenterfield: 91.5 km via New England Highway (A15) southbound, through Deepwater (and pass the turn-off to Emmaville on the right), continue ahead into Glen Innes (1 hr 6 min)
  • Armidale - south of Tenterfield: 189 km via New England Highway (A15) southbound, through Deepwater, through Glen Innes, through Guyra, continue ahead to Armidale (2 hr 16 min)
  • Tamworth: south-west of Tenterfield: 299 km New England Highway (A15) southbound, through Deepwater, through Glen Innes, through Guyra, through Armidale, through Uralla, through Bendemeer, continue ahead to Tamworth (3 hr 32 min)
  • Inverell - south-west of Tenterfield: 158 km via New England Highway (A15) southbound, through Deepwater, at Glen Innes turn right/west onto Ferguson Street/Gwydir Highway (B76) westbound, continue ahead to Inverell (1 hr 51 min)
  • Moree - south-west of Tenterfield: 301 km via New England Highway (A15) southbound, through Deepwater, at Glen Innes turn right/west onto Ferguson Street/Gwydir Highway (B76) westbound, through Inverell, through Delungra, through Warialda, continue ahead to Moree (3 hr 26 min)
  • Goondiwindi (Queensland) - north-west of Tenterfield: 244 km via New England Highway (A15) northbound, turn left/west onto the Bruxner Highway, cross the Mole River Bridge at Mingoola, pass the Bonshaw Road turn-off on the left (the turn-off to Ashford), pass the Bonshaw Store at Bonshaw, pass the Texas Road turn-off on the right (the turn-off to Texas in Queensland), through Yetman, through Boggabilla, continue to Goondiwindi (3 hr 51 min)
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