Red Hill Lavender Farm Experiences

Experiences
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Red Hill Lavender Farm is opening its gates in new ways. Join a Scented Farm Experience and explore the plants, distillation and craft behind fragrance before creating your own candle and diffuser to take home. Or wander the property on a guided Garden Tour through the lavender farm, lake walk, Mary Loucas’s flower and kitchen gardens. With tours extending beyond spring into summer and autumn, there are now even more reasons to experience this beautiful Main Ridge property through the seasons.

Grand Tour One

Amazing Drives
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Our Grand Tour One is a meandering journey through the Mornington Peninsula that takes you through the hinterland to the rugged south west with a main break at the Peninsula Hot Springs where you will leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to soak up some iconic roads and fresh experiences as you journey homeward.

Paringa Estate

Food & Drink, Winemakers
dinner, Events, Garden Dining, Lovethepen, Mornington Peninsula, Mornington Peninsula Wine, Paringa Estate, Red Hill, Red Hill South, Restaurant, Victoria, Vineyard, Vineyard Views, Weekend, Wine
Paringa Estate has grown into one of Australia’s most awarded wineries. Particularly celebrated for its Pinot Noir and Shiraz. Established in 1985 on a derelict 10-acre orchard, in the lush, rolling hills of Red Hill South, Paringa Estate stands as a testament to the passion and dedication of its founder, Lindsay McCall. Nestled among green hills ripe with fruit, the estate is a beacon of winemaking excellence.

Live Jazz at Paringa Estate King’s Birthday Weekend

Events
Love the Pen, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill, Restaurant, Victoria, Vineyard, Weekend, Wine
Celebrate King’s Birthday Weekend with live jazz, fine wine and slow-cooked meals served with sweeping views over our beautiful vineyard. Jazz, Food & Wine Ticket includes entry into the winery, live jazz entertainment for the day, slow cooked winter meals (vegetarian option also available) plus an etched Paringa Estate ‘Plumm’ wine glass to keep, with a glass of your favourite Paringa Estate ‘Peninsula’ wine.

6 Must-Do Autumn Experiences on the Mornington Peninsula

Latest Scoops
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Autumn on the Mornington Peninsula is a magical time of year when the vibrant colors of the changing leaves are just as captivating as the crisp air. Whether you’re a local looking for something new to explore or a visitor hoping to discover the hidden gems of this beautiful region, here are six fantastic autumn experiences you won’t want to miss.

Rocky Creek Strawberry Farm

Farmgates, Food & Drink
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Nestled into the verdant hills of Main Ridge amid volcanic soil and with perfect climatic conditions, lies 300 acres of strawberry fields – Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm. First settled by Pietro Gallace, father of current owner, Mick – Pietro planted apples, but soon discovered that the conditions in the area were perfectly suited for strawberries. 

The 98th Red Hill Show at Red Hill Showgrounds

Events
Animals, Annual Red Hill Show, Australia, Children, enjoy, Farm, Love the Pen, Market, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill, Victoria, Weekend
Held each year on the Saturday of the March long weekend, this lively celebration of agriculture, produce competitions, rural life and community spirit offers a fun-filled day out for all ages. From traditional livestock competitions and vintage machinery to farm animals, food trucks, live music, carnival rides, cooking demos, and hundreds of creative exhibits, the Show is a colourful patchwork of everything that makes the region special.

Secret Stash Beer Festival & Whisky Tasting at Red Hill Brewery

Events
Beer, Brewery, Food, Love the Pen, Mornington Peninsula, Red Hill, Victoria, Weekend
The Head Brewer David Golding will host sessions of guided vertical tastings over the weekend. Delving into his cellars to share rarities from the past decade, a special feature on Stouts, with a very special release of a whisky barrel aged Imperial Stout, a collaboration with Chiefs Son Distillery, who are joining us for a special tasting event.