The heritage jewel of New England. A historic Edwardian mansion surrounded by formal gardens and a collection of farm buildings dating back to the 1830s. The intact furnished two-storey mansion is a time capsule of family living, largely untouched since the Edwardian era. Saumarez Homestead features a wonderful collection that illustrates the story of pastoral life from the 1870s to the 1970s. Indulge your senses in the nine picturesque gardens surrounding the Homestead, designed for New England’s distinct four seasons. Mary White’s Garden comes alive in early spring, with swathes of colourful bulbs, cottage flowers and spreading wisteria. The renowned Heritage Rose Garden flowers on mass in late spring/early summer, with sweet scents. Or see the stunning contrasts of tall blue skies and rich autumn colour in heritage trees and spreads of windflowers.

New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) is home to a number of nationally significant collections of Australian art including the Howard Hinton Collection (1880s-1930s); the Chandler Coventry Collection(1960s-80s) and the NERAM Collection (1980s- present day). These collections include paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture. The exhibitions program includes the permanent exhibition 'HINTON: Treasures of Australian art' featuring over 130 works from the Howard Hinton Collection as well as visiting exhibitions by visiting and local artists with something for everyone to enjoy. Gifts, souvenirs, cards and books are available from The Museum Shop. The Museum of Printing is also open on Tuesday and Sunday afternoons to explore the history of communications and printing in Australia. Entry to NERAM is by donation.

We are open 7 days per week from 9.00 - 5.00. Wonderful local knowledge and information to help you plan you holiday in Armidale and New England High Country. We have some beautiful locally made gifts as well as quality Australian gifts so pop on and say hi!