Morpeth Convent Guest House is situated in Morpeth, an historic inland river port on the Hunter River. Morpeth has been classified by the National Trust and has many historic sites and buildings of interest as well as restaurants and yearly events- the following outlines just a few to explore and experience while here.

Restaurants

While staying at Morpeth Convent Guest House you can explore all the options in town - only five minutes walk away!

Discover Morpeth's infamous Swan St, which is home to a variety of cafes and bakeries to satisfy your culinary needs. Some include:

River Royal Inn
97 Swan Street
02 4933 6202

Arnotts Bakehouse Restaurant
148 Swan Street
02 4934 4148

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Festivals

Throughout each year Morpeth hosts vibrant festivals celebrating food, craft and music from the area.  Plan your next trip to the Morpeth Convent Guest House to coincide with the delights of the festivities.  Here’s a calendar of events:

April
Fiery Food Festival
Morpeth Honey Festival
Cranky Handle Vintage Farm Machinery Rally
Steamfest
Heritage Month Celebrations

August
Weird and Wonderful Novelty Teapot Exhibition

December
Christmas Nativity Exhibition

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Tours

Uncover Morpeth’s stories, history and facts on the Morpeth Heritage Walk.  This tour is conducted daily at 2pm from Illulaung Park (if numbers are sufficient).  For more information call the Maitland Visitor Centre on 02 4931 2800.

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Landmarks

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Morpeth.  Morpeth Gallery features a selection of fine traditional landscape and wildlife art specialising in investment art.  At the Morpeth Museum you’ll find historical displays, family histories and research material. The Museum is located in the 1862 Court House.

Morpeth Museum
123 Swan St
T 02 4934 4301

Morpeth Gallery
5 Green St
T 02 4933 1407

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Shopping

Shop to your heart’s content on Swan St in Morpeth.  Walk the cobbled stone street and discover the variety.  Some great places to visit are:

Morpeth Wine Cellar
2/160 Swan St
T 02 4933 2612

Princess Bazaar
163 Swan St
T 02 4933 0455

Grandma’s Featherbed & Teddy Bears Downstairs
162-164 Swan St
T 02 4933 9794

Australian Alpaca Barn
135 A/B Swan St
T 02 4933 5787

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Beyond Morpeth are Maitland and the Hunter Valley Wine Country.  To learn more about these attractions go to www.maitlandhuntervalley.com.au. Morpeth is 10 minutes drive to Maitland and 35 minutes drive to the Hunter Valley Wine Country.