Within the limits of the current NSW Health regulations, we have a few COVID safe ideas for the school holidays that you can do at home and locally to save your sanity and make your holidays fun and memorable. Click on the links below to access all of the content. With so many holidays cancelled,…
We have compiled a long list of ideas, links and fun activities for kids to help inspire you and your family during these long days at home. We hope that you find new and exciting things to do so that you might find ways to enjoy this extended time at home. Something Physical Online exercise…
Your children will love this super simple, fun sensory activity! It is the quickest, easiest, most natural slime that you could make. What You Need To Make Your Natural Slime 1 tablespoon psyllium husk, 1 cup water, Optional: food colouring (just a tiny drop), Optional: scent it if you wish (peppermint essence is particularly nice),…
Chocolate, Shoes, State of the Art Playgrounds – There Are So Many Reasons To Visit Marsden Park! If you take a trip to Marsden Park there is something for everyone! Yes, there is IKEA (where we go in for one thing and come out with 20!). There is so much more to discover. Visit the…
We had a wonderful time exploring the upper Blue Mountains with Blue Mountains Explorer Bus! Information including prices and timetable in this post was relevant for the SUMMER of 2020/2021 Boomerang Passes. For current pass information and timetable please visit the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus website. WHAT WE LOVED ABOUT BLUE MOUNTAINS EXPLORER BUS Affordable…
We have sought out a collection of the best parks and playgrounds with bike paths in the Blue Mountains. These spots allow children to ride and scoot safely without traffic. The Blue Mountains is a beautiful place to raise a family. Children have an incredible natural playground to venture out on foot and bikes! Where…
Fill your home with the fresh smell of a real Christmas tree this year and at the same time support your local Blue Mountains Rural Fire Station, fruit shop or Lions Club! We have a bunch of local places to purchase your real Christmas tree in the Blue Mountains and some spots that are not…
Are you looking for ways to keep your family cool this Summer? Where can you find water play fun in and around the Blue Mountains that is free or low cost? We have scoped out the best places in and around the Blue Mountains to take your family this Summer for water fun – and…
Many families are starting to think about new and creative alternatives to Halloween. They are starting to turn Halloween on its head and make it a day to celebrate things they’re thankful for, connect with their friends and neighbours and contribute to the community in a meaningful way. We have developed 10 fun family alternatives…
Pick Your Own Fruit Blue Mountains & Beyond Guide Currently, all farms and orchards are closed. They open as soon as they are able to based on advice by NSW Health. Please note that all information is correct at the time of writing and we aim to update this guide regularly. Please check with the…
All markets are postponed until NSW Health Covid-19 restrictions are eased, so watch this space! Especially as Christmas markets are added! Exciting times to come. We are famous for our wonderful community Blue Mountains markets. They bring great fun and atmosphere to our weekends, whilst supporting local businesses and communities. This Summer, many markets are…
How’s the Serenity? Spring is the perfect time of year to visit The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath! This is when the Rhododendrons are in their most vivid and spectacular beauty. On sunny days – and even when the weather is cold – the (COVID safe) Rhododendron Gardens Blackheath are a wonderful place to stroll with…
Sofala Gold Prospecting manufactures River Sluices and Rocker Boxes. These items are of the highest quality for you to enjoy whilst fossicking for the shine. They also now run classes to teach you the art of panning. Unfortunately, the following Gold Panning Tour is no longer available. Our Fabulous Gold Panning Experience We seem to…
Your kids will love Horseshoe Falls Hazelbrook! It is a short and pictureque walk that presents you and your family with gorgeous waterfalls amidst a Blue Mountains wonderland. There are four main waterfalls to explore along this track but you can choose to turn around after any of them, depending on the age and stamina…
Join our Blue Mountains Mums Local Facebook Group to connect with other local Blue Mountains Mums. Follow us on Facebook to stay in the loop with what’s on for families in the Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains of NSW are a sensational place for bushwalking with kids. Immersing ourselves in this exquisite backyard of tracks and natural beauty is…