Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre
Armadale comes alive in autumn
Crisp mornings, mild days, seasonal produce and the golden colours of the changing seasons create the perfect backdrop for a weekend escape. Right here… in our backyard. Rise early to wake up with the wildlife, discover Mother Nature’s beauty in our local parks, be inspired by seasonal produce in the kitchen, or simply sit back and relax at a local restaurant while someone else does the hard work for you. Find all this and more, during Armadale’s autumn.
Persimmon Season at Raeburn Orchards
Fill up your fruit bowl with seasonal produce at Raeburn Orchards. It’s no secret that local tastes better, and supporting local families is the icing on the cake. But it’s not only the produce on offer. As the seasons begin to change in April the leaves on the Persimmon trees change colour, creating stunning walls of warm rich orange, gold and crimson. It’s the perfect opportunity for some unforgettable family photos.
Orchard Walks $5 for adults, under 12’s free.
Insider tip: Visit during the week to avoid weekend crowds
Armadale Hills Scenic Drive
Breathe in the fresh hills air on a scenic drive through rolling hills and valleys surrounded by sweeping views and striking landscapes. Done on its own the drive will take you just under an hour, but throw in a few attractions plus a stop or two for nourishment and you’ll easily be entertained for a day. Collect a map from the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre or download one at perthhillsarmadale.com.au.
Wildlife Walks in Wungong
Within Wungong Regional Park you’ll find Bungendore Park, a 498 hectare reserve home to several walking trails varying in length. The crisp, cool mornings and mild days of autumn create the ideal setting for bush-walks. Listen to the crunching of leaves underfoot and experience the fresh scent of eucalyptus after rainfall. Look up to the trees and listen out for the call of Black Cockatoos, who breed and nest within the Park.
Wine and Dine
Seven Sins Perth Hills is the newest restaurant on our local dining scene, serving up fine food and local wine overlooking the beautiful Roleystone valley. The menu combines Chef Seb Sindermann’s German heritage with contemporary Australian cuisine, with ever-changing specials to showcase seasonal produce. We’re not the only ones who think it’s pretty fab with this upstart winning best WA Contemporary Restaurant of 2021 and Seb Sinderman winning AHA Head Chef of the Year.
Autumn Nature Play
It’s a fantastic time of year to get the kids outside and into nature. Make leaf boats and race them down the creek in Rushton Park, put on your gum-boots and jump in puddles or go on a family bushwalk and see what you can smell, hear and see. For more inspiration pick up a copy of the City of Armadale Nature Passport from the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre.
Perth Hills Cider and Brews Trail
A mulled cider by a cosy wood fire might be just what you’re looking for after a busy day exploring. Discover the handcrafted flavours of the region on the Perth Hills Cider and Brews Trail, a self-guided journey featuring cideries and brew-houses, including local favourites Naked Apple Cider and the Last Drop Elizabethan. Enjoy a hearty meal as you reminisce over your adventures, or plan your next one!
For more autumn inspiration, maps and brochures, visit the friendly team at the Perth Hills Armadale Visitor Centre or follow us on Facebook @Perth Hills Armadale for what’s on. On Instagram? Share your adventures with us using #PerthHillsArmadale for your chance to be featured.
Morning Rituals
We all find it a bit harder to leave the blankets as the mornings get crisper, but a great hot drink makes it that much more bearable. A warm drink, like our morning coffee, always seems more decadent in cool weather and we love our adventures to Bean Thru for our morning brew before work. For those working from home a bag of their signature roasted beans are the ideal way to continue to enjoy the small pleasures in life.
