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G’day and welcome to Somerset.

Located in the heart of Southeast Queensland, we’re just over an hour from Brisbane CBD and the gateway to Toowoomba and the Sunshine Coast. We’re a large region of lakes and landscapes, in fact we’ve got 5,382km2 of countryside for you to explore. We’re home to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, so there’s 161km of high-quality track just waiting for you

to cycle, hike or horse-ride. Our lakes are second to none and the perfect spot to drop a line or take a dip. Our little country towns are the heartbeat of our region. We are proud of our small local businesses, who still believe in country hospitality and value high quality produce and experiences. Here in Somerset, we also love a generous serving of home-cooked tucker. That’s why our local cafes and pubs always serve up the goods packed with fresh Somerset flavours. What’s more, with a range of accommodation styles available, there’s always plenty of room to stay when you visit.

Hop to it and Experience Somerset's natural side this summer 🦘These 🦘 were spotted on the shoreline of , cooling down i...
11/12/2024

Hop to it and Experience Somerset's natural side this summer 🦘

These 🦘 were spotted on the shoreline of , cooling down in the summer heat over the weekend.

is home to a range of wildlife, so grab your 📷 and keep a look out for our furry friends on your next adventure. You can find a few of our favourite wildlife watching spots at :https://experiencesomerset.com.au/experiences/back-to-nature/

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Light up your night with a little Christmas cheer with the Christmas Lights Trail. Here's a little sneak peak to kick ...
09/12/2024

Light up your night with a little Christmas cheer with the Christmas Lights Trail.

Here's a little sneak peak to kick off your evening 🎄

Sunday sunsets are better in 🌅Make sure to tag in your photos, so that we can see and share your Somerset adventures.
08/12/2024

Sunday sunsets are better in 🌅

Make sure to tag in your photos, so that we can see and share your Somerset adventures.

07/12/2024

Here's a little inspiration for your Sunday drive tomorrow in

Still need a little help with your Christmas shopping?Well, you'll find everything you need from one of our local ret...
06/12/2024

Still need a little help with your Christmas shopping?

Well, you'll find everything you need from one of our local retailers with hand made items, picnic supplies, sweet treats and everything in between.

Check out the Somerset Craft, Clothing and Collectables Trail for more inspiration https://experiencesomerset.com.au/experiences/retail/

📷: Little Country Lane Picnic Society Sister Bake Co - The Fudge People Rudi's Place Lifestyle Kilcoy Two Galahs Gallery Toogoolawah Hav'A'Chat Cafe The House of Kalu Babu Thee Coffee Shack

Looking for the perfect summer holiday escape? Well there is no need to stress as has it all, from wide open spaces, ...
06/12/2024

Looking for the perfect summer holiday escape?

Well there is no need to stress as has it all, from wide open spaces, lake side and bush-land camping spots, to boutique retreats and everything in between.

Get as adventurous as you like with mountain biking, hiking, watersports, llama walks, horse riding or skydiving or just sit back, relax and experience nature at its best.

If you need help planning your trip drop into one our information centres in Esk, Fernvale and Kilcoy to chat to a friendly volunteer or visit https://experiencesomerset.com.au/

Here's whats happening in this weekend:Friday, 6 December:🎤 Live Music at Brisbane Valley Roasters Saturday, 7 Decembe...
05/12/2024

Here's whats happening in this weekend:

Friday, 6 December:
🎤 Live Music at Brisbane Valley Roasters

Saturday, 7 December:
🏃‍♀️ Old Esk Railway Station parkrun Yowie parkrun Cormorant Bay parkrun
💐 Esk Country Market
🎤 Live music at The Linville Hotel
🎄 Kilcoy Christmas Carnival

Sunday, 8 December:
💐 Fernvale Country Markets

Make sure to check out upcoming events at https://experiencesomerset.com.au/whats-on/

Happy International Volunteers Day to all of our amazing Visitor Information Centre Volunteers! Thank you for your ded...
04/12/2024

Happy International Volunteers Day to all of our amazing Visitor Information Centre Volunteers!

Thank you for your dedication to the Somerset region, sharing your knowledge and encouraging visitors to .

Earlier this week we celebrated the Tourism Ambassadors from the Esk, Fernvale, Kilcoy and Toogoolawah Visitor Information Centres with a famil tour in Esk. Throughout the afternoon, the volunteers got to explore the town, walk a couple of 🦙 from Ottaba Llamas and experience some of this year's workshops held at The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery before finishing off the evening with dinner and service recognition awards at the Esk Grand Hotel.

Volunteers are the heart of our Visitor Information Centres and you'll always find a Somerset smile each time you visit.

If you are interested in volunteering at any one of the centres please drop in and have a chat with the tourism team or fill in the online application https://experiencesomerset.com.au/volunteer/

Our volunteer program offers full training and a number of familiarisation tours throughout the year to learn about and experience the tourism offerings found in and neighboring regions, so you have first hand experience to share with visitors, along with developing a lifelong friendships. No experience necessary, just a fun and friendly attitude 😀

Summer school holidays are almost here, so make sure that everyone has a Somerset smile this summer with this awesome ra...
03/12/2024

Summer school holidays are almost here, so make sure that everyone has a Somerset smile this summer with this awesome range of outdoor activities in 🌞

Walk a 🦙 with Ottaba Llamas
Enjoy a 🐴 ride with Nash Horse Trekking
Hire a 🚴 with Valley Rail Trail Cycles to explore Australia's longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and team up with Out There Cycling, The Gravel Cartel or Brisbane Valley Rail Trail Experience to get you from a to b on the trail.
Get the adrenaline pumping with a tandem skydive🪂 with Skydive Ramblers
Float your worries away with a birds eye view in a hot air balloon with Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights

To 's summer activities 👉
https://experiencesomerset.com.au/experiences/outdoor-adventure/

Located in the heart of , Esk is a great weekend getaway destination full of charm with a stunning backdrop of Mount G...
29/11/2024

Located in the heart of , Esk is a great weekend getaway destination full of charm with a stunning backdrop of Mount Glen Rock.

Stroll down the main street and enjoy boutique cafés, gift and antique shops, a country pub and country hospitality at its finest.

Wander the Saturday morning markets, or if your looking for something a little more active experience the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail by 🚶‍♂️🚴‍♀️🐴or walk a 🦙

Stay overnight at one of the quaint country motels, boutique retreats or beautifully kept caravan park and explore the treasures of Esk.

Find out a few of our favourite things to do in Esk at https://experiencesomerset.com.au/explore/destinations/esk/

Esk Caravan Park Esk Grand Hotel The Stonehouse Retreat Grove Farm b&b Brisbane Valley Roasters Ottaba Llamas Nash Gallery and Cafe Smylie's Cafe Little Country Lane Rudi's Place Esk Country Market Old Esk Railway Station parkrun

Forget doing this dishes tonight, head out for dinner and let the staff at one of 's country pubs take care of everyth...
29/11/2024

Forget doing this dishes tonight, head out for dinner and let the staff at one of 's country pubs take care of everything for you.

We can't wait to dig into some delicious meals and desserts like these from the Esk Grand Hotel

You'll find the full list of Country Pubs 👉 https://experiencesomerset.com.au/taste/country-pub-trail/

Here's whats happening in this weekend:Friday, 29 November:🎤 Live Music Fridays at Brisbane Valley Roasters After Da...
28/11/2024

Here's whats happening in this weekend:

Friday, 29 November:
🎤 Live Music Fridays at Brisbane Valley Roasters After Dark from 5.30- 9pm

Saturday, 30 November:
🏃 Cormorant Bay parkrun Old Esk Railway Station parkrun Yowie parkrun
💐 Esk Country Market and Kilcoy Yowie Country Markets
🎄 Glamorgan Vale Community Hall Christmas Carnival
🎞 Venom - The Last Dance at the Toogoolawah Pictures - Alexandra Hall

Sunday, 1 December:
💐 Fernvale Country Markets and Linville Progress Association Inc. Christmas Markets

Check out the full range of events at https://experiencesomerset.com.au/whats-on/

Summer holidays are just around the corner, so hop to it and start planning your summer adventures 🦘's natural side th...
27/11/2024

Summer holidays are just around the corner, so hop to it and start planning your summer adventures 🦘

's natural side this summer with a range of accommodation to suit everyone's needs from camping and caravanning to unique boutique stays and everything in between.

Just make sure to pack the 📷 to capture moments like these when you !

Start planning your Somerset summer holiday at: https://experiencesomerset.com.au/

Toogoolawah is the place to be this weekend in !Take a trip down memory lane as you stroll down the streets of Toogoo...
22/11/2024

Toogoolawah is the place to be this weekend in !

Take a trip down memory lane as you stroll down the streets of Toogoolawah and explore country cafes, pubs, gift stores and sweet surprises before heading to the BrisStyle Christmas Made it Markets at The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery from 3pm.

Make sure to admire the new exhibitions; Moiyum Wungumbil Muggerra Bullonga and Yohaku No Bi (The Beauty of Empty Space) on display at from today.

Why not make it a weekend getaway and stay the night in town or get your adrenaline pumping with a tandem skydive at Skydive Ramblers

If you need a little more inspo, then check out our two day itinerary to experience more of Toogoolawah at: https://experiencesomerset.com.au/explore/destinations/toogoolawah/

The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery Picnic Society Sister Bake Co - The Fudge People Skydive Ramblers Hav'A'Chat Cafe Toogoolawah Motel Peddlar’s Rest Boutique Accommodation

Got the Friday munchies?We've got you covered in tonight with a few of our favourites:🚚 Food Truck Fridays at Rudi's P...
22/11/2024

Got the Friday munchies?

We've got you covered in tonight with a few of our favourites:
🚚 Food Truck Fridays at Rudi's Place in Esk from 4pm
🍽 Chef's daily specials at the Esk Grand Hotel
🍗 Classic Chicken Parmi's from Exchange Hotel Kilcoy
🥗 Summer menu from The Linville Hotel

To find your next foodie feast 👉 https://experiencesomerset.com.au/taste/

It's all happening in this weekend:Friday, 22 November:🥡 Food Truck Friday at Rudi's Place in Esk from 4-7pm🎤 Live M...
21/11/2024

It's all happening in this weekend:

Friday, 22 November:
🥡 Food Truck Friday at Rudi's Place in Esk from 4-7pm
🎤 Live Music Fridays at Brisbane Valley Roasters After Dark from 5.30- 9pm

Saturday, 23 November:
🏃‍♀️ Yowie parkrun Cormorant Bay parkrun Old Esk Railway Station parkrun
👛 Made it Markets at The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery from 3-8pm
🎄 Coominya Christmas Carnival at Railway Park, Coominya from 5-9pm
🦙 Llamas and Larger with Ottaba Llamas at the Esk Grand Hotel (bookings essential)

Sunday, 24 November:
💐 Fernvale Country Markets
🥡 .au at Kilcoy Showgrounds from 4-9pm

For events visit https://experiencesomerset.com.au/whats-on/

Get into the festive spirit this Saturday, 23 November from 3-8pm at the BrisStyle Christmas Made it Markets at The Con...
20/11/2024

Get into the festive spirit this Saturday, 23 November from 3-8pm at the BrisStyle Christmas Made it Markets at The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery

Tempt your taste buds with delicious food from food vans and experience live music, while browsing the range of stall holders in search for that perfect hand made gift.

Make sure to check out the new exhibition at The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery open during the event.

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Have you voted for our #Somersetqld towns in the @theqtic Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards yet? Hurry because voting closes at 5pm tomorrow, Friday, 17 May. Make sure to vote for Kilcoy as Queensland's Top Small Tourism Town and Toogoolawah as Queensland's Top Tiny Tourism Town. https://www.qtic.com.au/top-tourism-award/top-town-voting/

Nestled in the heart of Somerset and rolling plains of Queensland Country awaits Toogoolawah, a tiny town full of timeless tales. Stories of a railway line of yesteryear, now the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, bursts with cycling and llama-led walking adventures. The Condensery, a factory-turned-regional art gallery, sparks creativity and joy. Legends of the cattle yards still echo across plentiful pastures and rich farmland. In Toogoolawah, families and friends can reunite, reconnect, and write their own story of adventures. There’s always a warm smile, a hearty meal and a new chapter awaiting. Toogoolawah, it’s a story like no other. Check out our two day itinerary for Toogoolawah :https://experiencesomerset.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Experience-Somerset-Toogoolawah-Itinerary-2024.pdf Vote for Toogoolawah in @theqtic's 2024 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards as best tiny town. Voting closes on Friday, 17 May: https://www.qtic.com.au/top-town-voting/ The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery Sister Bake Co - The Fudge People Two Galahs Gallery Toogoolawah Picnic Society Hav'A'Chat Cafe Skydive Ramblers Ottaba Llamas Peddlar’s Rest Boutique Accommodation Toogoolawah Exchange Toogoolawah Hotel Toogoolawah Motel Toogoolawah Pictures - Alexandra Hall

Take the trip you’ve always dreamed of, to Kilcoy. Nestled in the heart of Queensland Country awaits Kilcoy, a small town full of family fun. Explore Yowie Park and discover the playground, art gallery, hall of history, Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre and if you’re lucky, a Yowie! Experience country racing at its finest, classic country pubs and the tastiest tucker around. Swim, fish, paddle and play to your hearts content at Lake Somerset and savour sweet family moments before they pass you by. You can’t stop time, but in Kilcoy you’re guaranteed to have the time of your lives. Check out our three day itinerary for Kilcoy:https://experiencesomerset.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Experience-Somerset-Kilcoy-Itinerary-2024.pdf Vote for Kilcoy in @theqtic's 2024 Queensland Top Tourism Town Awards as best small town. Voting closes on Friday, 17 May: https://www.qtic.com.au/top-town-voting/ Exchange Hotel Kilcoy The Central Milkbar Kilcoy Motel NRMA Lake Somerset Holiday Park Neurum Creek Bush Retreat Walkersdolff Cottage, Kilcoy Yowie Coffee @brewistasistas_kitchenandyard Kilcoy Yowie Country Markets Kilcoy Craft Market, Hope St. Kilcoy. Yowie Park Kilcoy Courthouse Art Gallery @Plush Lifestyle Wilde' n Pretty Boutique @brewistasistas_kitchenandyard

Hit the road and breathe in the fresh country air as you leave the city and your worries behind in #Somersetqld. Whether you’re on two wheels, or four, the rural panoramas and water-side stops are a day tripper’s delight, while the curves, dips and slopes make for an epic ride.

Wildlife Wednesday! It looks like the wildlife are making the most of the 🌧 This 🐢 was spotted out and about in Yowie Park behind the Kilcoy Visitor Information Centre enjoying the rain.

Love is in the air in #Somersetqld this week ❤️ Get out and #ExperienceSomerset with your loved ones.

They say home is where your van is, so hitch up and get on down the road to #ExperienceSomerset for the ultimate in #vanlife. With a range of free overnight rest areas, RV friendly towns and caravan parks with all the bells and whistles, you’ll discover just how van-tastic #Somersetqld really is!

Happy New Year! Adventure Awaits Find yourself in #Somersetqld in 2024.

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