Toowoomba Trails

28/08/2024

Thanks to ABC Southern Queensland for a great conversation about the special place that is Toowoomba. Wind forward to 16.25 to hear for yourself just why reporters Tess and Annie described tour guide Paul as “a wonderful man to have a wander with.”

A lively mix of local news, current affairs, sport, finance, traffic and weather and lifestyle

20/08/2024

We love Toowoomba’s street art! A few favourites from my our laneways walk feature in this post. Thank you for sharing Toowoomba Region🎨🎨🎨

21/07/2024

A reminder for those who have tickets to today’s sold out Dark Side tour to meet at the corner of Lindsay and Margaret Streets, near the Queens Park sign around 1.15pm for a 1.30pm start. The walk will conclude in Russell street be the corner of Victoria street around 3.30

20/07/2024

MISSED OUT ON THE DARK SIDE TOUR TODAY?
Never fear you can catch it again on September 14 and 22!
Or try one of our other trails to uncover more great stories of rail, war, art and architecture in Toowoomba. You can find them all via our linktr.ee page.

Toowoomba walking tours featuring history, houses, art, culture & architecture

20/07/2024

ART + ARCHITECTURE WALKING TOUR
STARTS AT THE CUBE HOTEL 10.30AM
SUNDAY JULY 21
TICKETS AVAILABLE ON TRYBOOKING
https://www.trybooking.com/COTQR

Starting at the Cube Hotel, formerly the Courthouse Hotel, this walk features an electrifying mix of architecture and street art found in the surrounding streets, village green and laneways. Explore with local architect Stephanie and uncover a range of fine historic buildings and award-winning modern architectural places. Hidden among these buildings, and the spaces between, is a surprising amount of street art, by local and international artists. Ticket price includes a warm drink along the way!

Don’t forget to wear your comfortable walking shoes and dress for outdoors!

13/07/2024

Exploring Newstead House Brisbane for Brisbane Open House and who should I come across…….. Toowoomba’s very own James Taylor! Our Mort Estate tour starts at his home in Toowoomba, Clifford House (now the home of Gips Restaurant).

13/07/2024

Brisbane Open House 2024 begins. So excited to be volunteering for the Love & Kindness Project at the New Farm Library. I am here until 1pm and then off to Newstead House this afternoon and BRISBANE POWERHOUSE all day tomorrow with Paul!

12/07/2024

For a weekend the whole family will enjoy, join us for Brisbane Open House! You know we love uncovering the secrets of Toowoomba and we can’t wait to discover the hidden stories of Brisbane too. Check out the link on the open house page for all the info you need! 🗝️🧡

Discover a range of activities, suitable for the whole family at Brisbane Open House this year!

🧡 Take a civic tour of Brisbane City Hall, Government House and Parliament House.

🧡 Plunge in for a mid-winter swim at Centenary Pool and Spring Hill Baths

🧡Play lego and visit the kids activity zone at the Brisbane Powerhouse. On Sunday, this will also be the place to create a collage as part of It Takes a Village!

🧡 Enjoy a hit of croquet at Merthyr Croquet Club.

🧡 Awe at the fire trucks and state of the art facilities at Roma St Fire Station

🧡 Help us create a Village Love Map at the New Farm Library.

🧡 Bring along an instrument and play some music with the Queensland Youth Orchestras at the Old Museum!

Discover more details about these - and other activities - via the link in our bio. We look forward to welcoming everyone, young and old, big and small, this weekend at Brisbane Open House!

09/07/2024

The Toowoomba Trails team will be enjoying our own this weekend as we explore the city’s own art architecture & history with Brisbane Open House. Adina Hotels are offering an amazing deal, so now is the perfect time to join us and plan your own trip!

17/05/2024

Part of the Australian Heritage Festival 2024

📅 19 May - Toowoomba Trails: Tracks of Time, Queensland's Railway Heritage Unveiled -
10:00am - 12:00pm

On this Guided Walk you'll step back in time and explore the state heritage-listed railway precinct in Toowoomba! Whether you're a railway buff or just curious about local history, this is a must-visit destination. Embark on a journey through the commercial, social, and engineering marvels of this historical treasure. Uncover the secrets of air-raid shelters, hear tales of lively young ladies working in refreshment rooms, and maybe even spot a ghost! Join Paul on a tour followed by a drink at the station. Don't miss out on this extraordinary experience into Queensland's transport legacy!

$40 Adult $35 Concession
Book your ticket 👉https://ow.ly/RtfF50QSWy6

15/05/2024

The National Trust of Australia Queensland Heritage Festival is almost over for 2024!

Join us this Sunday on our tour TRACKS OF TIME: QUEENSLAND'S RAILWAY HERITAGE UNVEILED to celebrate the country's largest community-driven celebration of heritage.

See more on the Heritage Festival below:
https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/ahf/

Part of the Australian Heritage Festival 2024

📅 19 May - Toowoomba Trails: Tracks of Time, Queensland's Railway Heritage Unveiled -
10:00am - 12:00pm

On this Guided Walk you'll step back in time and explore the state heritage-listed railway precinct in Toowoomba! Whether you're a railway buff or just curious about local history, this is a must-visit destination. Embark on a journey through the commercial, social, and engineering marvels of this historical treasure. Uncover the secrets of air-raid shelters, hear tales of lively young ladies working in refreshment rooms, and maybe even spot a ghost! Join Paul on a tour followed by a drink at the station. Don't miss out on this extraordinary experience into Queensland's transport legacy!

$40 Adult $35 Concession
Book your ticket 👉https://ow.ly/RtfF50QSWy6

13/05/2024

time is running out to snap up your tickets for this Sunday’s railway tour with Paul! ⏳

We will be exploring the entire railway precinct, starting at the Goods Shed and crossing the rail line to the station! Plus our tours always conclude with a complementary drink 🍻 link below for all the info.

https://www.facebook.com/share/bX8UqRcxPDSYCvSs/?mibextid=9l3rBW

25/04/2024

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If you are commemorating ANZAC Day with Toowoomba Trails this year, a reminder the walk will commence near the SW corner of Laurel Bank Park (cnr West and Herries streets). Your guide Paul will be wearing a peach coloured shirt. 🌸

In light of the significance of today the walk will end at the Railway Station around 3:20, where we may have the opportunity to visit the WW1 honour boards at the station - a nationally recognised memorial. Laurel Bank Park is an 800m walk from the station. 🚂

We’re looking forward to exploring Toowoomba’s history with you!

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24/04/2024

Still not too late to grab your tickets for tomorrow’s ANZAC Day walk with Paul!

Part of the Australian Heritage Festival 2024

📅 25 April - Toowoomba Trails: Secret Stories + Places of WWII

Dive into Toowoomba's wartime past this ANZAC Day on a guided walking tour with local guide Paul Herbert! From training to air-raid shelters, submarines to strategic planning, uncover the captivating tales that make our city a pivotal hub in WW2 history. Book now for a unique experience and a well-deserved drink at a local spot included!

$40 Adult $35 Concession
To book 👉https://ow.ly/xXFT50QSWup

22/04/2024

Looking for a special way to commemorate ANZAC Day this Thursday?

Why not join Toowoomba Trails on our WW2 Tour, where we delve deep into Toowoomba’s war history, and the impact of the war on the city. If you know where to look, the signs are everywhere. 👀

Link below for all info!

https://www.facebook.com/share/sMKCnmztuoxydTA4/?mibextid=9l3rBW

20/03/2024

Did you know that today is World Storytelling Day? 📚

Here at Toowoomba Trails we have highly trained storytellers who delight in bringing history to life. The art of a good story is the weaving of a linking narrative that reinforces a consistent theme or message. Good storytelling is not simply recounting an event or the history of something. Good storytelling is memorable. That is why each and every one of Toowoomba Trails innovative Tours has an overarching theme:

“The most important piece of transport infrastructure ever constructed in the state” – our Railway tour.
“Out of bad comes good” – our Darkside tour.
“Finding the language of architecture in Toowoomba’s city buildings” – our Architecture tour.
“Laneways bring a city to life by giving it a heart” – our Laneways tour.
“Toowoomba life from Kings to Butchers to Midwives” - our Mort Estate tour.

We’d love to share these stories with you while hearing some of your own! Find out more about our upcoming tours, and become part of the Toowoomba Trails story with us.

https://linktr.ee/toowoombatrails

16/03/2024

For all those getting ready for our Dark Side Walking Tour tomorrow, here is all the information you need to know before coming along! 🕵️

• Time: 3-5pm - please arrive 5 minutes early so we can start on time
• Meet: Queen’s Park, corner Margaret & Lindsay Streets
• Ends: Russell Street, near the Railway Station with a drink

It’s forecasted to be a perfect day to spend outdoors, but remember to wear comfortable walking shoes! We’re so excited to kick off the years program with you. 🎉

If you missed out on tickets to this walk, don’t worry! We’re running the same tour again on Sunday July 21, and there is still spots available. 🌟 Link here to secure yours: https://www.facebook.com/share/RBMamL6jVYuKae4p/?mibextid=9l3rBW

08/03/2024

HAPPY IWD!

Did you know that the first female mayor in Queensland was from Toowoomba? Nellie Robinson served in office for 14 from 1961, becoming an officer of the Order of the British Empire for “distinguished service to local government” during her time. Today, like any, is a great day to remind ourselves of all the amazing contributions of women like Nellie Robinson to our region!

01/03/2024

Missed out on tickets to our next Dark Side tour on March 17? Never fear, we’re taking you to the dark side again on July 21! Starting in Queen’s Park, the tour will run from 1:30-3:30pm, with a drink included at the end.

We’re also offering an all-day package including two tours and lunch on the same date, so check out the links below to find out more!

Dark Side Walking Tour: https://fb.me/e/4e7zCZgAb

Event Package: https://fb.me/e/36Gj4Lb7m

12/02/2024

Explore Toowoomba Railway Station with us! 👀🚂

Here’s a sneak peek of what you’ll see on our tour - Tracks of Time: Queensland’s Heritage Unveiled on May 19.

There are so many stories behind the scenes of this video and we can’t wait to share them & more with you. 🎥

Event linked here: https://www.facebook.com/share/n16cmRHu4ZQLPf1m/?mibextid=9l3rBW

09/02/2024

Unable to make it to our all-day event package on July 21? Never fear, we have opened the two tours included in the day individually, so you can still book one, or both, if you are keen to get your Toowoomba Trails fix! 🕺

Walk 1: Art + Architecture Walking Tour 🏙️
10:30am - 12pm
https://fb.me/e/1boSRiqiU

Walk 2: The Dark Side Walking Tour 🤫
1:30pm-3:30pm
https://fb.me/e/4e7zCZgAb

Check out the links for more info or shoot us a message!

04/02/2024

Yesterday we visited the lovely at their first opening of their new vintage studio! The studio is located in their award-winning garden at Lorea House, which has seen them take home Grand Champion Garden in the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers twice. It’s the perfect backdrop for all their vintage treasures and we’re so excited to head back for a stitching class and another studio opening soon. 💐🏡

29/01/2024

2017 marked the 150th anniversary the opening of the Ipswich to Toowoomba railway. 🚂 A special moment in our town’s history, this anniversary sparked the creation of Paul’s latest addition to his walk roster, where he explores the railway precinct from the goods shed to the railway station and honour board. This year, the tour will carry on under the new name Tracks of Time: Queensland’s Railway Heritage Unveiled. This title is an ode to the significance of the railway to Toowoomba, arguably the most important piece of transport infrastructure ever built in the state of Queensland. We believe this deserves to be celebrated and in joining Paul on this walking tour, we hope you too will marvel in its architectural beauty, rich history and all the stories in between.

Walk details:
• Date: Sunday May 19
• Time: 10am-12pm
• Location: Meet at the Goods Shed, ends at the Railway Station
• Ticket pricing begins at $35, and includes a drink with your guide at the end of the tour! 🎉

The link below will take you to the event page, or shoot us a message with any questions! https://www.trybooking.com/COUIW

26/01/2024

To the naked eye, this may just look like an ordinary brick wall. But on our Dark Side Walking Tour, it becomes so much more.

The first walks of our 2024 program have been added to the link below, and we’ll be kicking it off with Paul’s Dark Side Walking Tour. See Toowoomba like never before, as we open the jar of its secrets. 🤫 Walk details below:

• Date: March 17
• Time: 3-5pm
• Location: Meet Queen’s Park, ends in Russel Street near the Railway Station

https://linktr.ee/toowoombatrails

Don’t forget all our tours include a drink with your guide in ticket cost!