Welcome to Murrurundi
A small town with a big heart at the foot of the Liverpool Range — news, events, and everything that makes this community tick.
Plan Your Visit
However long you’ve got, here’s a simple way to make the most of it.
Add an end date if you’re staying a few days — this checks what’s on in town over those dates, but for accommodation and bookings, please contact the business directly.
What's On Now
All events →Half Day (2–3 hrs)
Walk the Eye of the Needle Walk lookout trail, browse the shops along Mayne Street, and stop for a coffee or lunch in town.
Full Day
Add the Heritage Walk trail past the town’s historic sites, visit the Historical Society Museum, and take in Paradise Park or the Swinging Bridge.
A Weekend Away
Everything above, plus an overnight stay at a local B&B or the pub, dinner at a local eatery, and time to enjoy what’s on if something’s happening while you’re here.
Explore by Area
Accommodation Options
B&Bs, cottages and places to stay the night in and around town.
Where to Eat
Cafés, the pub and local eateries along Mayne Street and beyond.
Take a Walk & Attractions
Walking trails, lookouts, parks and historic landmarks to explore on foot.
- Murrurundi Historical Society Museum
- Murrurundi Visitor Information Centre
- Bobadil House
- Bridge House
- Dooleys Store
- Eye of the Needle Walk
- Former CBC Bank
- Hall Family Memorial Site
- Haydonton Inn
- Masonic Hall
- Murrurundi General Cemetery
- Murrurundi House
- Murrurundi Lawn Cemetery
- Old Courthouse Complex
- Paradise Park
- Railway Station
- Rosedale Cottage
- RSL Memorial Hall
- Skin and Wool Store
- St Joseph's Catholic Church
- St Paul's Anglican Church
- Swinging Bridge
- Telegraph Office
Galleries & Artists
Local galleries, artists and the town’s creative community.
- Michael Reid Murrurundi
- Peter Norvill
- Jo Shand
- John Turton
- Renate du Plessis
- Alison Hodges
- Anita Faulkner
- Barry Bryan
- David Darcy
- Debra Dawes
- Eduardo Santos Studio
- Fran Wachtel
- Hanna Kay
- Jelle van den Berg
- Jenny Vaughan
- John Bradley
- Mandy Archibald
- Murrurundi Arts & Crafts Council
- Pearl Red Moon
- Raymond Hines
- Rodney Swansborough
Take A Break Cafe
Local cafe on Mayne St.
Royal Hotel
Heritage pub and accommodation on Mayne St, dating to 1863.
Gelato on Mayne
Fresh locally made gelato, sorbets, sweets and cold drinks, plus a small range of giftware and framed artwork.
Life Of Pie
Well-reviewed local bakery/cafe - exact address unconfirmed.
Mayne St Cafe, Pantry & Homewares
Cafe, pantry goods and homewares on Mayne St.
Railway Hotel (Bottlemart Express)
Pub, Bistro, bottle shop and accommodation near the old railway.
Thanh's Bowlo
Asian food kitchen at the Murrurundi Bowling Club.
White Hart Hotel
Historic pub, established 1842 and reopened in 2010.
Royal Hotel
Heritage pub and accommodation on Mayne St, dating to 1863.
Chatsworth Place
Stylish, spacious family home near Paradise Park and the town centre, sleeping up to 6.
Heritage on the Line
Renovated 100-year-old railway masters cottage sleeping up to 6, a five-minute walk from the town centre.
Hillview Cottage
Character cottage on half an acre with hill views, an easy walk to the Royal Hotel and town centre.
Murrurundi Caravan Park
Caravan park and camping on the edge of town.
Murrurundi Motel
Motel accommodation on Mayne St.
Railway Hotel (Bottlemart Express)
Pub, Bistro, bottle shop and accommodation near the old railway.
Rosebank B&B
Heritage 1889 bank building turned cosy B&B, a two-minute walk from Mayne Street shops and galleries.
The Stables
Self-contained one-bedroom guesthouse in the historic Telegraph House stable, walking distance to Murrurundis pubs, cafes and galleries.
Be Chic Hair Salon
Hair salon in Murrurundi.
Haydonton Hair
Hair salon in Murrurundi, rated 4.8 stars.
Murrurundi Hair & Beauty Salon
Hair styles, manicures, pedicures, waxing, tinting, facials and massage by appointment.
Thrive Lending Co.
Personalised finance and lending solutions for property buyers, refinancing and small business.
Vintage on Mayne
A local vintage and collectables shop with a changing selection of past treasures.
Peter Norvill
Grazier, artist, storyteller and philanthropist at Rock Dhu, and founding patron of the biennial Norvill Art Prize.
Renate du Plessis
Charcoal and pencil gallery specialising in native Australian flora, fauna and farm life, with original works, prints and commissions.
Michael Reid Murrurundi
Contemporary art gallery on the corner of Boyd and Mayne St.
John Turton
Photographer capturing events, portraits, sports and landscapes, with a focus on Kustom Kulture - cars, bikes and vintage style - through the Lube Bay Gallery.
Jo Shand
Contemporary regional painter and ceramicist based between Murrurundi and Newcastle, exploring working-class life, regional customs and the Australian landscape.
Alison Hodges
Regional artist featured in local and district group exhibitions.
Anita Faulkner
Portrait and mural artist behind Murrurundi Hospital's water-tank artwork.
Barry Bryan
Well-known local artist working in painting and pastels.
David Darcy
Multi-award-winning portrait painter and photographer.
Debra Dawes
Leading Australian abstract painter known for geometric, gridlike compositions, based in Murrurundi.
Eduardo Santos Studio
Brazilian artist Eduardo Santos's new studio, open weekends.
Fran Wachtel
Local sculptor behind the town's corten steel gateway sign.
Welcome to Murrurundi
Murrurundi is a small town with a big heart at the foot of the Liverpool Range, where the Hunter Valley meets the New England Tablelands on the New England Highway. Heritage buildings along Mayne Street trace the town's coaching-era history, while the surrounding hills and the Pages River shape its character as a rural service town with a strong sense of community.
This site is the place to find out what's on, explore local attractions and the arts scene, connect with sports clubs and community services, and browse the Murrurundi Directory for local businesses — from cafes and accommodation to trades and professional services. Whether you're a local or just passing through on the highway, there's more to Murrurundi than a quick stop.
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