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Maitland

Maitland is located on the Hunter River approximately 163km north of Sydney, New South Wales and is easily accessible from the New England Highway. Maitland is set on the banks of the Hunter River and is the gateway to the Hunter Valley. The city has many attractive historical buildings and an annual Steam Engine Festival.

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Maitland Local Knowledge

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Some of Maitland's older suburbs have fine historical and federation buildings and others are contemporary housing estates. One charming building houses the Maitland Regional Art Gallery and was once the original technical college campus. The artistic riverbank walkway belies the power of the meandering Hunter River. Years of improvements along the river system help to prevent flooding of a disastrous nature - the worst on record occurred in 1955. There is a multi-cinema theatre, and Maitland CBD is a pedestrian mall, while East Maitland boasts the modern Stockland Green Hills shopping complex. Summers are hot, but Maitland has two excellent aquatic centres and it's a short drive to coastal beaches. With a relaxed and rural feel, market gardens flourish. Some people breed horses and run hobby farms. Large country-style markets are held monthly at the showground premises, showcasing local produce - vegetables, plants, gourmet food, art and craft. The annual Steam Engine Festival attracts many people and celebrates a bygone era when trains were pulled by steam locomotives. There is excitement as families and enthusiasts hop aboard for steam-powered excursions and day trips, and crowds gather to observe the outcome of a race between a steam engine and a Tiger Moth aeroplane.

Maitland is two hours drive north of Sydney, 30 minutes drive from Newcastle and Newcastle Airport (Williamtown), and is on the CityRail Newcastle - Scone/Dungog line.

- Ellis Ash

Maitland Activities and Attractions

The Adrenaline Shot 15 mins (ACTN100 book online with GoDo)
Maitland, Hunter Valley, New South Wales
An easy to afford, short boost of excitement! This 15 minute Pitts Special Biplane flight cuts straight to the action! Feel the exhilaration of flying like the Redbull Air Racers!! more details and bookings...
Maitland Heritage Walk (PDF) - Free brochure-guided tour of Maitland's historical buildings.
Maitland Markets - is a country market held on the 1st Sunday of the Month at the Maitland Showground.
Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Reading Cinemas on Ken Tubman Drive, Maitland.
SteamFest is dedicated to steam engines. Be sure not to miss the hiss, toot and chug of Australia's premier festival of steam.

Maitland Accommodation

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Maitland Restaurants, Delivery, Takeaway

You'll find hundreds of Australian restaurants, bars, cafes and pubs listed on the BCL / Menulog restaurant directory. You can book online and get some great specials. Local Restaurants include:

The Old George & Dragon Restaurant, 48 Melbourne Street East Maitland, NSW Australia, 2323
CUISINE: Modern Australian,French,
AMBIENCE: Relaxed,Romantic,Sophisticated,Suitable for business,Traditional
The Old George and Dragon has three lovely dining rooms each with its own distinctive ambiance. The large formal dining room with its green felt walls, marble fire surround and gilt mirror makes for a wonderful venue to enjoy that special evening out. Soft candle light and fresh flowers abound creating a romantic atmosphere in this historic building. The dining rooms can be booked for private parties from twelve to thirty people. Again awarded a 'CHEFS HAT' in the SMH Good Food Guide - making it the 10th time this restaurant has been honoured.

Maitland Real Estate

Maitland School & Community Links

Postcode: 2320
Local Council: Maitland City Council
Local Schools: Maitland Public School

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The Adrenaline Shot 15 mins
Maitland, Hunter Valley, New South Wales
(ACTN100 book online with GoDo)

The Old George & Dragon Restaurant
48 Melbourne Street East Maitland, NSW Australia, 2323