Hunter Valley Gardens are 60 km inland from Newcastle. They were established by businessman, Bill Roche, in 2003. More than 40 landscape designers, gardeners, architects and engineered took four years to complete the project.

There are ten thematic sections, modeled on gardens around the world. Six thousand trees, 600000 shrubs and over a million ground covers were used. Indigenous and exotic plants are complemented by statues, waterfalls, murals and other structures. A sculpture of Bill's wife, Imelda, and her grandchildren form the centerpiece in the rose garden. It is a popular venue for weddings. The Garden Terrace restaurant can seat 120 people.

Address: Hunter Valley Gardens, 2090 Broke Road Pokolbin, NSW 2320, Phone: 02-49-98-40-00

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