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LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George Town
Ulverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
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Welcome to your local shed door
Tasmanias bountiful supplies of fruit are renowned for their delicious
flavour and are recognised by food connoisseurs across the world.
Our mild temperate maritime climate provides the ideal environment
for slow maturation and flavour development.
The states topography and geography allows for niche micro-climates
throughout the state and provides a diversity of produce to be harvested
from early summer through to late autumn.
The fruit industry in Tasmania is one of the oldest and has shaped the
future of many regions including the Huon Valley and Tamar Valley.
Today the Tasmanian fruit industry continues to expand and is focused
on providing premium quality fruit to national and overseas markets.
The Farm Gate Guide has been designed for locals and visitors alike to
source some of the freshest fruit produce direct from the grower.
Grab a bag of fresh apples or cherries, a punnet of delicious berries, or
box of seasonal stone fruit and snack on them as you travel around and
enjoy the wonderful Tasmanian scenery.
Relax and enjoy your tour around the state and revel in the abundance
of delicious fresh fruits grown in one the most ideal environments in
the world.
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...................16 Tasmania provides the perfect environment to grow premium fruit with clean air, select natural environments and abundant water supplies. Locals and visitors can source a wide variety of apples, pears, cherries, berries and stonefruit from a vast array of fruit growing districts across the state.
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Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May JuneApplesApricotsBlackberries BlueberriesCherriesNectarinesPeachesPearsPlumsRaspberriesStrawberries
4The Far South is a world far removed from Tasmanias capital just 40 mins
away. The Huon Valley offers a combination of beautiful waterways, rich
rural heritage and world heritage wilderness.
Nestled amongst the stunning beauty you will find, riverside settlements,
fruitful orchards, delicious food and wine and friendly creative people.
Savour the fresh produce from the land and sea, including salmon, shellfish,
wines, berries, apples and cherries.
1. GriGGs GrOWer Direct appLes & cherries2873 Huon Highwway, 2km south of Huonville, over the bridge on river side of road. Shed Door Sales. Arguably the longest standing and most popular road side stall in the Huon. Incorporated with a modern apple packing facility and featuring refrigerated displays this ensures the freshest stock direct from the grower. Open daily except Christmas and Boxing Day. Contact 03 6264 1474
2. LucastOn park OrcharDs - huOn 26 Lucaston Rd, Lucaston & 7109 Chanel Highway, CygnetShed Door Sales. Growing Raspberries, Cherries & Apples. Lucaston Park Real Apple Juice. Open all year, not Christmas Day.Contact 03 6266 4412 or 0429 664 489 [email protected] www.lucastonparkorchards.com
3. scOtt BrOthers - huOn 322 Scotts Rd, Cairns Bay, Geeveston Road Side Sales. Growers of fine fruit since 1870 in the heart of Tasmanias premium fruit growing region - the Huon Valley. Available 7 days Contact 03 6297 1230 | [email protected]
LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
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Growing Raspberries, Cherries & Apples. Lucaston Park Real Apple Juice26 Lucaston Rd, Lucaston & 7109 Chanel Highway, Cygnet Shed Door Sales. Open All year, not Christmas Day.
Contact 03 6266 4412 or 0429 664 489 [email protected] www.lucastonparkorchards.com
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54. WOODstOck OrcharDs pty LtD - huOn8624 Channel Highway, Woodstock, 7109 Shed Door Sales. Top quality sweet cherries picked daily and sold from our Cherry Tent . Mail Order service available.Open daily from Dec 27th til Jan 31st subject to cherry maturity. 8.00am - 5.00pm. Contact 0408 951 773 | [email protected]
5. WiLLie smith OrGanic ciDer & the appLe stanD - huOnR & R Smith 22 Lollara Rd, Grove (Turn off Huon Hwy ). The Apple Stand 2176 Huon Highway, Grove Pick Your Own Cherries, Shed Door Sales. Home of Willie Smith Organic Cider. Cider sales and tastings.The Apple Stand has a selection of certified organic apples 12 months a year. Open Willie Smiths Organic Cider (22 Lollara Road) is open daily. The Apple Stand (2176 Huon Hughway) is open daily. Fresh Cherries available seasonally.Contact 0417 321 805 | [email protected]
6. the Green cherry sheD cherry OrcharD 2300 Huon Highway, Grove. Corner of Longleys Road and Huon Highway. Opposite Huon Tourist Information Centre. Shed Door Sales. Sweet light and dark cherries (picked daily), fresh local nectarines, plums, strawberries, raspberries, apricots, apples and fresh seasonal vegetables (when available). Jams and chutneys. Open Season varies, early Dec until late Feb. Please phone. Open 8am-6pmContact 0429 947 806 | [email protected]
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Selection tip - appleSSkin should be firm and smooth to touch. Major varieties in Tasmania include Royal Gala, Golden Delicious, Red Jonagold, Pink Lady , Sundowner , Red Delicious, Red Fuji and Striped Fuji.
LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
Hayes
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10.The Channel district of Tasmania starts at the southern suburbs of Hobart and
stretches down the picture-perfect Derwent River to the DEntrecasteaux Channel.
No trip to the Channel is complete without a visit to the world renowned Bruny
Island with its diversity of wildlife and national parks, and an island steeped with
history dating back to 1642. The Channel is well recognised for its local produce
ranging from cheeses, fruits and meats which can be sampled at some of the states
most iconic restaurants and cafes.
9. Bruny isLanD Berry Farm - Bruny isLanDAdventure Bay Road (Approx. 6 km from the Alonnah/Adventure Bay Intersection) Bruny Island.Much more than just a berry farm! Pick your own fruit plus cafe, BBQ, and picnic facilities, giftware, local history and stunning beach front location. Light lunches also available. Shed Door Sales and Pick Your Own. Open Late October - Late April, 10am-5pm 7 days. Closed Christmas Day.Contact 03 6293 1055 | [email protected] www.BrunyIslandBerryFarm.com.au
10. Dentrecasteaux cherries - Birchs BayKile Orchards, 3644 Channel Highway, Birchs Bay. 1.5km past Woodbridge/Peppermint Bay Shed Door Sales. Family owned and operated cherry & apple orchards since 1926. Open seasonally from late December. Daily 9am - 6pm (Closed Christmas Day). Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DentrecasteauxcherriesContact 03 6267 4390 | 0427 082 044 | [email protected]
11. pLatinum riDGe cherries - GLaziers Bay621 Silver Hill Road, Glaziers Bay Shed Door Sales. Cherry orchard and packing facility for local and export markets. Also home to Rent your Own Cherry Tree. See website for more details.Open Seasonally Jan-Feb. Tues-Sun 10am-3pm by appointment.Contact 03 6295 0366 | [email protected] | www.platinumridgetas.com.au
7. D.m. JenninGs & sOns122 Slab Road, CygnetFamily owned Strawberry Farm selling freshly picked delicious strawberries. Shed Door Sales.Open 8.00am to 5.00pm Daily (Closed Xmas Day)Contact 0418 394 757 | [email protected]
8. tru BLu Berries78 Cygnet Coast Road, LymingtonWe are a family owned blueberry farm which is situated on the Huon Trail. We sell our farm fresh berries from Decemeber to March and frozen berries are available most of the year. Shed Door Sales.Open Seasonally from late DecemberContact (03)6295 0082 | [email protected]
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Call into our cherry shop for sales of sweet juicy cherries picked daily. Fresh raspberries, wine and jam. Kile Orchards, 3644 Channel Highway, Birchs Bay. 1.5km past Woodbridge/Peppermint Bay Open seasonally from late December. Daily 9am - 6pm (Closed Christmas Day)Contact 03 6267 4390 or 0427 082 044
Dentrecasteaux cherries, Birchs Bay Visit our family owned and operated cherry & apple orchards, a vital part of the Channel region since 1926.
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Selection tip - blueberrieSBlueberries have a powdery bloom on the outside of the fruit which is natural and desirable. Refrigerate blueberries after you buy and do not wash until they are ready for use. Blueberries have a good shelf life if refrigerated but are also exceptionally good when frozen.
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nierinna blueberrieS
371 nierinna rD, marGate (20 mins south of Hobart)Shed Door Sales.Open: please check opening hours with us, call ahead.Contact (03) 6267 2581
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8464 channeL hiGhWay, craDOc Shed Door Sales.Open: Daily Feb to Nov.Contact 0417 148 779 or [email protected]
Apples & Pears & fresh juice. Family business, growing apples for 60 years on the banks of the Huon River.
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appleS, pearS, juiceblueberrieS
We grow and sell blueberries (Jan through to Apr). Frozen fruit is available most of the year.
Like us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/Dentrecasteauxcherries
814. hatchers richmOnD manOr - richmOnD 73 Prosser Road, RichmondShed Door Sales & Pick-your-own. 100 acres of orchard selling apricots and pick-your-own. Cafe selling great coffee and light lunches. Open every day, late December to March. Closed Xmas Day.Contact 03 6260 2622 | [email protected] www.hatchersmanor.com.au
15. cOaL VaLLey OrcharD - campania 1029 Colebrook Road, Campania. First orchard on the LHS after you leave Campania, heading north toward Colebrook. Shed Door Sales. Come and visit our family run business and enjoy an excellent selection of cherries, Moorpark apricots and apples. Situated in the heart of the Coal River Valley. Turning access for vans etc. Open daily, 8.00am- 4.00pm. 1st week January through to the last week of March. Contact Phone: 03 6260 4139, Fax 03 6260 4083 [email protected]
16. LOWDina OrcharD - cOaL riVer VaLLey 1321 Colebrook Road, Campania Shed Door Sales. Cherries. Moorpark apricots and apples. Delicious real fruit ice cream made daily.Open 7am-8pm 7 days a week from December until close of season. Contact 03 6260 4372 or 0419 308 754 | [email protected]
17. Orani VineyarD & Fruit Farm - sOreLL 394 Arthur Highway (4kms from Sorell - on the way to Port Arthur)
Shed Door Sales, Pick-your-own. Producing fresh Tasmanian produce: cherries, strawberries apricots and raspberries. Wine in various varieties and vintages. Oysters freshly harvested from our Bay. Cherries ordered 2kg & 5kg boxes available. Mail order available. Guest House accommodation.Open daily from December to end of season. Open 9.00am-6.00pm. No employment enquiries thankyou. Contact Orders Only - 0400 593 457, Office - 6265 1849 [email protected]
18. QeW OrcharDs - richmOnD331 Fingerpost Rd (C350), Richmond. Shed Door Sales. Early and late season apricots including the Moorpark variety. Open 26th Dec early Feb. Closed Christmas Day. Contact 03 6260 4509 | [email protected]
19. richmOnD cherries - richmOnD Ogilvie Lane, 2.5km along Prossers Road at the corner of Ogilvie Lane. Exactly where the bitumen ends and gravel begins. 3 mins from Richmond.Shed Door Sales. Early and late season cherries, raspberries and loganberries; also strawberries, fresh and dried. Regularly attends Farmgate Market, Hobart. Open from week before Christmas through to the first week of Feb. Contact 03 6260 2484 | [email protected] www.richmondcherries.com
20. J.W.kirkWOOD - campania 133-137 Brown Mountain Rd. 3 kms North of Campania, 34km south from Midlands HighwayShed Door Sales. Our brand is Red Night and we have cherries, apricots (including everybodys favourite Moorpark), peaches, nectarines, plums (including greengages) and also delicious jams and fresh fruit ice cream. Like us on facebook: facebook.com/JWKirkwoodOpen Seasonally from late December through to the end of February.Closed New Years and Australia Day. Contact 03 6260 4463
j. w. kirkwood
133 tO 137 BrOWn mOuntain rD 3 kms North of Campania 34 km south from Midlands HighwayShed Door Sales.Open: Seasonally from late December through to the end of February. Closed New Years Day and Australia Day.Contact (03) 6260 4463
Our Brand is Red Night and we have cherries, apricots (including everybodys favourite Moorpark), peaches, nectarines, plums (including greengages) and also delicious jams and fresh fruit ice cream. Please obey the signs is our only ask.
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South eaSt
LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
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A veritable feast awaits those who explore the South East of Tasmania. Explore a wine trail, enjoy the stunning rugged coastline or the wonderful beaches of the south east coast but before heading home, fill the car with a bounty of fresh apricots, cherries, berries, pears and apples.
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sOreLL Fruit Farm, sOreLLShed Door Sales, Pick-your-own174 Pawleena Rd, Sorell, 7172 Open every day 10am - 4pm Oct, Mar - May (excluding Christmas Day & Boxing Day, Good Friday). 8.30am-5pm Nov - Feb.Contact 03 6265 3100 (caf & gift shop)| [email protected] www.sorellfruitfarm.com
A complete fruit experience; pick-your-own berries, cherries and much more. Restaurant and farm shop selling jams, wines & liqueurs - all can be tasted free.
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downham orchardS
4286 tasman hiGhWay, runnymeDe 16kms from Sorell. 14 kms from BucklandShed Door Sales.Open: December until February. 8am-6pm. Closed Christmas Day. Contact 03 6265 0662 or email [email protected]
Family owned and operated business selling fresh Tasmanian cherries since 2003.
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coal valley orchard
cOaL VaLLey OrcharD, campaniaShed Door Sales.1029 Colebrook Road, Campania. First orchard on the LHS after you leave Campania, heading north toward Colebrook. Open daily, 8.00am - 4.00pm. 1st week January through to the last week of March. Contact P: 6260 4139; F: 6260 4083
Come and visit our family run business and enjoy an excellent selection of cherries, Moorpark apricots and apples. Situated in the heart of the Coal River Valley. Turning access for vans etc.
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100 acres of orchard selling Apricots and pick-your-own. Cafe selling great coffee, Devonshire Tea, Ice-cream and light lunches. Accommodation available in the Manor House. Dinner 7 nights a week and functions all-year-round for 20-200 people.
73 Prosser Road, Richmond, Coal River Valley. Shed Door Sales. Open every day.
Contact 03 6260 2622 | [email protected] www.hatchersmanor.com.au
Producing fresh Tasmanian produce: cherries, strawberries apricots and raspberries. Wine in various varieties and vintages. Oysters freshly harvested from our Bay. Cherries ordered 2kg & 5kg boxes available. Mail order available. Guest House accommodation.
394 Arthur Highway, Sorell, 7172 (4kms from Sorell - on the way to Port Arthur). Shed Door Sales. Pick your own.
Contact Orders Only - 0400 593 457, Office - 6265 1849 [email protected]
hatcherS richmond manor
orani vineyard & fruit farm - Sorell
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Take a journey up the picturesque Derwent Valley and appreciate the diversity of this wonderful valley. From hops to sheep, vineyards to forests, to beautiful gardens and bountiful orchards. Browse through the antique shops in New Norfolk or enjoy the wilderness experience at Mt Field National Park. Whatever you do, dont forget to grab some fresh seasonal cherries and berries
LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
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24. OrcharD pLace - DerWent2261 Lyell Hwy, Hayes, (120m along from The Apple Pip on Lyell Hwy). Shed Door Sales. Hand picked and graded fruits in-season including cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, apples, pears & quinces.Open daily 12th Dec-May 25th. 10am - 6pm (Closed Christmas Day) Contact 03 6261 3706 | [email protected]
25. WesterWay raspBerry FarmWesterway Town Centre, Westerway Shed Door Sales. Australias largest raspberry farm supplying berries fresh to the public. Fresh raspberries, jam raspberries, jam and local seasonal fruit. Open 9am - 6pm daily during season (Closed Christmas Day) Contact 0447 010 701 or email [email protected]
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cherrieS
Small family run business producing large quality cherries fresh, direct from the tree. Pre & post Christmas cherries available.
FaLLOWFieLD OrcharD, DerWent Shed Door Sales1042 Lyell Highway. Between Granton and New Norfolk on the Western side of the Derwent River. Open Dec 15th - Jan 25th from 9am - 5pm. (Closed Christmas Day).Contact 0438 613 650 or email [email protected]
Selection tip - raSpberrieSThe freshest and sweetest raspberries are plump and ripe with a rich glossy colour. Raspberries will last 3-5 days refrigerated and freeze exceptionally well. Varieties to look out for Willamette and Tullameen for pick of summer varieties and Heritage in Autumn.
Australias largest raspberry farm supplying berries fresh to the public Fresh raspberries, jam raspberries, jam and local seasonal fruit.
Westerway Town Centre, Westerway. Shed Door Sales. Open 9am-6pm daily during season (Closed Christmas Day)
Contact 0447 010 701 or email [email protected]
weSterway raSpberry farm25.
chriStmaS hillS raSpberry farm
christmas hiLLs, eLizaBeth tOWn Raspberry Sales, Cafe9 Christmas Hills Rd, Elizabeth TownOpen for breakfast from 7am.Contact (03) 6362 2186 or www.raspberryfarmcafe.com
Fresh raspberries available in season, frozen raspberries available year round. Enjoy breakfast from 7am daily in our Raspberry Farm Cafe, overlooking the property. Jams, gifts and wines are available from our store, or mail order.
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north weStPostcard scenery awaits you around every corner as you tour
the coastline of the beautiful North West. Lush green pastures,
free flowing fields of tulips, wild romantic Bass strait and iconic
natural landmarks are constant views. The region is synonymous
with primary production, beautiful rich red soil producing
export crops such as poppies, peas, potatoes, pyrethrum,
carrots, onions, apples and cherries.
The North West is also the hub of the nations
dairy production, producing gold medal cheeses,
creams, butters and ice-creams. Visit the North
West to fulfill an outdoor adventure, sample the
local delicacies, or simply admire the stunning scenery.
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26. christmas hiLLs raspBerry Farm caF 9 Christmas Hills Road, ElizabethTown (GPS S 41 28 57.8, E 146 35 49.8) Shed Door Sales. Our caf menu caters for all raspberry cravings as well as offering an extensive menu utilising the very best fresh local produce.Open 7am - 5pm, 7 days a week except Christmas Day and Good Friday.Contact 03 6362 2186 | [email protected] www.raspberryfarmcafe.com
27. spreytOn Fresh - spreytOn 289 Tarleton Road, Spreyton TAS 7310.Shed Door Sales. Fresh Tasmanian cherries and apples direct from the orchard. Premium juice manufacturer.Open all year Monday - Friday and open weekends during December. Closed Chirstmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years DayContact 03 6427 2125 | [email protected] | www.spreytonfresh.com.au
danker cherrieS
Danker cherries, uLVerstOne Shed Door Sales.190 Castra Rd, Ulverstone. Follow signs on Bass Highway. We are on the road to Leven Canyon.Open daily 9am-5pm (closed Christmas Day)Contact 03 6425 5619 or email [email protected]
Family owned orchard selling fresh Tasmanian cherries with friendly, old-fashioned service. Crafts and nic-nacs also available. Wheel chair access.
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turn up here
Danker Farm1.9km from outlet
Our honey varieties include Leatherwood, Blackberry, Meadow, Organics and Manuka.
Blue Hills Honey have been exporting their award winning honey around the world since 1955. Shed Door Sales.
1858 Mawbanna Rd, Mawbanna. Open 9am-5pm daily excluding public holidays
Contact 03 6458 8142 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bluehillshoney.com
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LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
Hayes
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We cradle to coast tasting trail!facebook.com/cradletocoasttastingtrail
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turners Beach Berry patch, turners Beach Shed Door Sales, Pick-your-own.4 Blackburn Drive, Turners Beach, 7315. Just off the Bass Highway. 10 minutes from Devonport & Spirit of Tasmania Open 10am to 5pm October to May, 7 Days a week. Closed Christmas Day. Contact 03 6428 3967 [email protected] Like us on facebook - www.facebook. com/theberrypatch.com.auWeb www.theberrypatch.com.au
spreytOn Fresh, spreytOn Shed Door Sales.
289 Tarleton Road & 6 Melrose Road
Open all year Monday - Friday and open weekends during December. Closed Chirstmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day
Contact 03 6427 2125, email [email protected] or visit our website: www.spreytonfresh.com.au
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Tasmanias largest strawberry and raspberry PYO area. Also try our tayberries, thornless blackberries, marionberries and boysenberries. Enjoy the licensed pakcake parlour cafe and farm shop selling berry ice creams, jams and other treats. New this season is our elevated strawberries and kids playground.
Fresh Tasmanian cherries and apples direct from the orchard. Premium juice and cider manufacturer. Tasting available.
central coast Business of the year 2011
turnerS beach berry patch30.
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tamar region
aviemore farm
aViemOre, tamar VaLLey Shed Door Sales.403 Gravelly Beach Road, Gravelly Beach. Open Mon Fri, 9am - 5pm, Mid Dec to Late FebContact 03 6394 4631
30 minutes from Launceston, 45 from Devonport. Aviemore offers large, sweet blueberries & cherries to tempt your taste buds. Head towards Exeter and turn at Black Wall to follow the wine route, 1km from the Gravelly Beach waterfront picnic grounds and Greek restaurant youll find us.
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Launceston is the major city centre in the north of
Tasmania and is an ideal base to to tour around the
picturesque Tamar Valley rich in cool climate vineyards
as well as cherries, stone fruit, berries and apples.
Along the way, call into the historical town of
Beaconsfield and journey across the Batman Bridge
to the Hillwood district where you will find extensive
cherry and apple orchards. Savour lunch in one of the
many winery restaurants and enjoy the afternoon
picking a bucket of delicious fresh berries.
31. cherry tOp accOmmODatiOn - cherry tOp & eaGLe park
81 Lalla Road, Lilydale. 1 km from the Post Office. On the wine route. Shed Door Sales. Fresh organic blueberries December - April. Other berries, fruit, honey and vegetables seasonally. Phone ahead for farmstay accommodation - everything you need to prepare delicious food grown with love.Open seasonally from late December. Daily 8.30am - dusk. Contact 6395 1167 | www.cherrytopfarmstay.moonfruit.com
32. eVersLey cherries - LeGana
12 Atkinsons Rd, Legana (Rd to Grindelwald, north of Legana)Shed door sales. Quality fresh cherries available daily. Family Business - No casual workers required.Open daily 27th Dec through to 3rd week of January. 9.00am - 5.30pm. Contact 03 6330 1896 [email protected]
33. G c miLLer & sOns - tamar
291 Main Road, Hillwood.Shed Door Sales. Millers Orchard and Vineyard is situated in the tourist waterfront hamlet of Hillwood, within the Tamar Valley. Our produce includes delicious wines and ciders, cherries, apricots, nectarines, peaches, plums, apples, pears and a large selection of local gourmet products. Open 7 days a week 8am 5.30pm. Closed Xmas Day, Boxing Day, Good FridayContact 03 6394 8181 | mailto:[email protected]
hillwood farmgateField picked & packed strawberries and raspberries available fresh everyday. Also available is the full range of Meander Valley dairy products including
double cream, creme fraiche and butters. An assortment of fresh cheeses and our berry flavoured ice creams are also available to sample and buy.
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StrawberrieS, raSpberrieS
hiLLWOOD, tamar VaLLey Shed Door Sales.139 Hillwood Road, Hillwood. A leisurely 20 minute drive from Launceston. Open November - June, Open everyday (except Christmas Day). Open weekdays out of season. Contact 03 6394 8092, email [email protected] www.meandervalleydairy.com.au
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34. hiLLWOOD FarmGate 139 Hillwood Road, Hillwood. A leisurely 20 minute drive from LauncestonShed Door Sales. Field picked & packed strawberries and raspberries available fresh everyday. Also available is the full range of Meander Valley dairy products including double cream, creme fraiche and butters. An assortment of fresh cheeses and our berry flavoured ice creams are also available to sample and buy.Open November - June, Open everyday (except Christmas Day). Open weekdays out of season. Contact 03 6394 8092, email [email protected] or web www.meandervalleydairy.com.au
36. hazeLhurst prODuce - nOrth 421 Longplains Road, Bridgenorth. Pick Your Own. Bridgenorth Berries growers of boysenberries, blackberries and raspberries. Open late Dec to late Apr. Contact 03 6330 2210 | [email protected]
37. tOp-QuaL caLthOrpe OrcharD Corner of Batman Highway and Valley Road, Sidmouth.Road Side Stall. Roadside stall selling fresh apples, pears, cherries and other fresh produce.Open daily. Contact 03 6394 7273 | [email protected]
38. WinDara OrcharD - tamar 15 Spring Hill Road, Sidmouth. Corner West Tamar Highway and Spring Hill Road, on the Wine Route.Road Side Stall. Top Quality apples and pear. 23 varieties of apples and stonefruit available in season. Easy Parking. Regularly attends Harvest Market in Launceston. Open 7 days a week from 8.00am - 6.00pm. (Closed Xmas Day)Contact 03 6394 7790 | [email protected]
39. Fermer cherries - meanDer 545 Meander Road, Meander. Travel 14km south of Deloraine. Follow signs for Meander from Deloraine Bridge. Shed Door Sales. Sweet Cherries fresh from the Orchard.Open Wed - Sun. 22nd December-30th January. Subject to availability. Closed Christmas Day. Please call to confirm we are open. Contact 0400 043 986 or 6369 5520 for opening times.
40. hiLLWOOD Berry Farm 105 Hillwood Road. 15 minute drive from LauncestonShed Door Sales and Pick your own. Enjoy succulent Strawberries, Raspberries and Currants. Taste and buy fruit vinegars, jams, wines and liqueurs. Cafe, Cellar door, gift shop & friendly farm animals. Open October- May 7 days 9am-5pm. Private bookings, tours and appointments available in Winter Season also. Contact 03 6394 8180 or www.hillwoodberryfarm.com.au
LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Hayes
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hazelhurSt produceThe home of Hazelhurst Berries. Growing and supplying boysenberries, raspberries, blackberries & loganberries to mainland markets, ice cream, gelato, yoghurt and award winning jam makers. Post season frozen berries also available for jams and smoothies and those delicious hot winter cordials.
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boySenberrieS, raSpberrieS, blackberrieS
BriDGenOrth, near LeGana Pick your own. Best to phone ahead.421 Longplains Road, BridgenorthOpen late December to Mid April 10.00am - 5.00pmContact 03 6330 2210 or email [email protected]
Cafe and Farm Gat
PYO - Tamar Valleys ONLY SPRAY FREE Strawberries, Raspberries and Currents. Home-made gourmet berry produce and a new beauty and therapy range.
Feed the aminals or relax at the berry farm caf. Contact 03 6394 8180 | [email protected]
hillwood pick your own berry farm
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LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
Hayes
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sOmercOtes, rOss Shed Door Sales.Open seasonally Dec until Feb. Open every day except Christmas Day.Contact 03 6381 5231 [email protected] www.somercotes.com
Enjoy fresh cherries picked daily from our orchard. Jam, relish, chutneys and other gifts available. Taste our homemade cherry muffins with an espresso coffee, all situated in our historic 1823 buildings. Look for the Big Cherries on the highway!
eureka farm
eureka Farm, scamanDer Shed Door Sales.89 Upper Scamander Road, Scamander. Take the Upper Scamander Rd turn, which is 3km south of Scamander, and proceed 1km. -41.474270 latitude and 148.243976 longitude. Open daily 8.30am-5pm (Closed Xmas Day). Contact 03 6372 5500 [email protected]
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Stonefruit, berrieS, appleS, jamS, cafe
Stonefruit, berries, apples, currants. Manufacturer of award-winning fruity icecreams, jams, chutneys, sauces. Farmhouse cafe serving fresh food, great desserts. WIFI Available.
cherrieS, jamS, cafe
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42. sOmercOtes - rOss Off Mona Vale Rd, Midland Hwy, 4km South of RossShed Door Sales. Fresh cherry sales, jams, chutneys, relish & coffees in historic building. Open seasonally Dec until Feb. Open every day except Christmas Day. Contact 03 6381 5231 [email protected] | www.somercotes.com
Travel across to the East Coast and enjoy massive expanses of beautiful beaches and picturesque lookouts along the stunning coastline. No trip is complete without a visit to the delightful fishing village of St Helens or to the world class Freycinet National Park.
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o e hanSen & Son
nuBeena Self Serve Stall.45 Parsons Bay Rd, NubeenaOpen Fruit and vegetable stall open 7 days a week 9.00am-6.00pm 365 days a year. Contact Scott Hansen on 0418 598 817 or email [email protected]
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Stonefruit, pearS, appleS, berrieS
We grow pears and apples and a source of a wide variety of fruit and vegetables as locally as possible. Only stocking Australian produce. Product lines include a wide variety of pears and apples, stone fruits, berry fruits and an extensive range of vegetables. All products are displayed in a refrigerated display cabinet to maintain freshness and quality to our customers.
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LAUNCESTON
Cradle Valley
Huonville
Strahan
Stanley
Burnie
Sheffield
Ross
Campbell Town
St Marys
Scamander
St Helens
Scottsdale
Swansea
Triabunna
Coles Bay
DEVONPORT
HOBART
Port Arthur
Cambridge
Evandale
Cleveland
BRUNY ISLAND
MARIA ISLAND
FLINDERS ISLAND
KING ISLAND
Longford
Whitemark
Smithton
Wynyard
Deloraine
Bridport
George TownUlverstone
Latrobe
Beaconsfield
Exeter
Lilydale
Zeehan
Queenstown
Derwent Bridge
Cranbrook
Oatlands
Kempton
New Norfolk
Bagdad
Sorell
Dunalley
GeevestonFranklin
Dover Alonnah
Orford
Cygnet
CAPE BARREN ISLAND
Judbury
GroveLucaston
Richmond
Birchs Bay
Woodstock
Margate
Nubeena
WestburyElizabeth Town
Tamar Region
Hamilton
Westerway
Hayes
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No trip to Tasmania is complete without a visit to the World Heritage Port Arthur Site. On the journey to the Peninsula enjoy the stunning scenery and stop off at some of the great shops and cafes along the way. The Peninsula is home to one of the oldest and largest pear orchards in Tasmania.
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35. Aviemore Farm paGe 14
28. Blue Hills Honey paGe 12
9. Bruny Island Berry Farm paGe 6
31. Cherry Top Accommodation paGe 14
26. Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm paGe 11
15. Coal Valley Orchard paGe 9
29. Danker Cherries paGe 12
10. DEntrecasteaux Cherries paGe 7
7. D M Jennings paGe 6
21. Downham Orchards paGe 9
13. Duggan paGe 7
41. Eureka Farm paGe 16
32. Eversley Cherries paGe 14
23. Fallowfield Orchard paGe 10
39. Fermer Cherries paGe 15
33. G C Miller & Sons paGe 14
1. Griggs Grower Direct paGe 4
14. Hatchers Richmond Manor paGe 9
36. Hazelhurst Produce paGe 15
40. Hillwood Berry Farm paGe 15
34. Hillwood Farm Gate paGe 14
20. J W Kirkwood paGe 8
16. Lowdina Orchard paGe 8
2. Lucaston Park Orchards paGe 4
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Please note that the availability of fresh fruit is dependent on the weather and seasonal fluctuations. All participants have nominated their opening times based on historical information but please be aware that fruit availability may vary particularly at the commencement and finish of the season. If in doubt please contact the grower prior to visiting.
12. Nierinna Blueberries paGe 7
43. O E Hansen & Son paGe 17
17. Orani Vineyard paGe 9
24. Orchard Place paGe 10
18. Qew Orchards paGe 8
11. Platinum Ridge Cherries paGe 6
19. Richmond Cherries paGe 8
3. Scott Bros paGe 4
42. Somercotes paGe 16
22. Sorell Fruit Farm paGe 9
27. Spreyton Fresh paGe 12
5. The Apple Stand/Willie Smith paGe 5
6. The Green Cherry Shed paGe 5
37. Top-Qual Calthorpe Orchard paGe 15
8. Tru Blu Berries paGe 6
30. Turners Beach Berry Patch paGe 13
25. Westerway Raspberry Farm paGe 11
38. Windara Orchard paGe 15
4. Woodstock Orchards paGe 5
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