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About Gulgong
Gulgong is a historic goldmining town in the Mudgee region of Country NSW, Gulgong is a national treasure. The childhood home of bush poet Henry Lawson and beautifully preserved, take a stroll through history down narrow, winding streets lined with heritage-listed buildings and uncover fascinating goldrush history.
Gulgong is a four-hour drive from Sydney and 20 minute drive from Mudgee. To travel via public transport take the train to Mudgee and then a bus/coach to Gulgong.
Unfortunately you can no longer fly into Mudgee Airport via Pelican Air.
Centre of town is a 7 minute walk from Red Hill
Gulgong Showground to Red Hill is 20 min walk (3 min drive)
Gulgong Tourist Park to Red Hill is 17 min walk (3 min drive) 1.7 km
Getting There
The cleanest way to travel to Clay Gulgong is by public transport, and in recent years we have seen a growth in festivalgoers travelling by coach, train, or other modes of transport – last time one person rode a bike! We’d encourage you to join them and reduce your carbon footprint.
If arriving by public transport is not an option, please fill all seats in your car and make the most of your mileage. This will go a long way toward protecting our environment, reducing carbon emissions, and lowering travel costs. Using our social media platforms to seek or advertise car sharing is hugely welcome.
If you are driving to the festival, you’ll need to make sure you find parking that does not obstruct any access points for residents. If you are unsure about the legality of your parking space, we encourage you to place a note on your vehicle with your phone number so residents can contact you if necessary.
If you’re planning on travelling to the festival in an electric vehicle, make sure you have sufficient charge for your return trip; however, if you do need to juice up, check out Gulgong Herbert Street Council Carpark | Gulgong, NSW | EV Station
Accomodation
Accommodation options in Gulgong to suit various budgets, we have dorm beds at Red Hill (purchase in our shop) or caravan or camping options in Gulgong. There are also several motels, restored colonial cottages and a heritage motel.
If you can’t find accommodation in Gulgong from the list below the closest town is Mudgee.
Red Hill Environmental and Education Centre
Dormitory accommodation (single) = $270 for the Full Week. Includes access to showers, toilets and use of a communal kitchen, which is fully equipped with gas/stove oven, commercial size fridge, dishwasher, all crockery, cutlery, saucepans, bowls etc.
You must supply your own linen.
Dormitory accommodation can be purchased from our shop.
SHOP
To see the venue go to website: www.redhill-e.schools.nsw.edu.au
Camping and Caravaning
Gulgong Showground
Guntawang Street, Gulgong
Campsite accommodation
50 powered sites = $25 per night
Unpowered sites = $20 per night
Access to 8 showers, toilets and a kitchen with BBQ
No star pickets or steel posts
Phone: +61 484 531 520
Email: showgroundmanager@gmail.com
Gulgong Tourist Park
8 Goolma Road, Gulgong
Phone: + 61 2 6374 1294
Email: info@gulgongtouristpark.com.auu
Hotel/Motel/Self Contained Accommodation
Centennial Hotel
Mayne Street, Gulgong
Phone: + 61 2 6374 1241
Email: centennialgulgong@bigpond.com
Commercial Hotel
Mayne Street, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 2070
Email: gulgongcommercialhotel@hotmail.com
Goldfields Motor Inn
Goolma Road, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 1111
Email: gulgonggoldfield@bigpond.com
Gulgong Bed and Breakfast
The Old Wesleyan Chapel, Medley Street, Gulgong
Phone: +61 458 487 706
Email: bookings@gulgongbandb.com
Gulgong Motel
Medley Street, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 2259
Email: info@gulgongmotel.com.au
Gulgong Telegraph Station
Robinson Street, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 1292
Phone: +61 439 928 524
Email: gulgongaccommodation@gmail.com
Matildas on Mayne
Mayne Street, Gulgong
Self-contained accommodation
Telephone: +61 429 997 596
Email: matildasonmayne@bigpond.com
Owl Head Lodge
Bergalin Road, Gulgong
Luxury self-contained accommodation
Phone: +61 2 6374 2744
Phone: +61 407 459 327
Email: stay@owlheadlodge.com.au
Prince of Wales Hotel
Mayne Street, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 1166
Email: info@princeofwalesgulgong.com.au
Ten Dollar Town Motel
Cnr Mayne and Medley Streets, Gulgong
Phone: +61 2 6374 1204
Email: info@tendollartownmotel.com.au
Around Town
There are several cafes, one bakery and an IGA Supermarket in or near the main street of the town and of course several pubs & restaurants including The Prince of Wales Hotel, Post Office Hotel, The Centennial Hotel, The Commercial Travellers Bar and the Ten Dollar Town Motel, Thai to You, The Vault, The RSL and the Gulgong Bowlo Club.
Volunteers
Clay Gulgong is looking for Masters Assistants, Clay Gulgong Team members, and other positions and opportunities that will be announced leading up to the start of the festival.
Please check the NEWS section for details.
Refund Policy
If you notify us in writing more than 14 days before the event that you are unable to attend, you may choose to have a refund issued (minus a 15% cancellation fee) or nominate a replacement delegate to attend in your stead.
If you notify us in writing 14 days or less before the event that you are unable to attend, you may nominate a replacement delegate to attend in your stead. No refund will be issued.
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