Cessnock, including the nearby villages of Ellalong, Bellbird, Nulkaba, Paxton and Millfield, is a mining and rural centre and tourist hub in the Hunter Valley Region of New Souith Wales. Cessnock is a wonderful base to stay and explore all the delights of the Pokolbin District and the host of wineries and vineyards in the Hunter Valley Wine Region. Cessnock is situated about 140 km north of Sydney and is close to Newcastle that has a diverse array of entertainment and amusement options. Most vineyards have cellar door outlet for wine tastings, but there are many advantages for joining an organised wine tour. Cessnock offers many other attractions and activities including skydiving, golf, bushwalking along the Great North Walk, hot air balloon rides over the vineyards, glass blowing demonstrations,
clay pigeon shooting, gourmet cheese and dairy outlets, horse riding and winetours via vintage cars or in a horse and buggy ride. You can visit Pokolbin and dine in the award winning restaurants and boutique arts and craft galleries. Cessnock has outstanding heritage displays and Aboriginal heritage exhibits. Enjoy a romantic getaway at a secluded bed and breakfast or guest house, or stay at the range of other accommodation options including resorts, motels, villas, apartments, self-contained unit or a charming pub. Visit the Historic Marthaville Arts and Crafts Centre, the Richmond Main Mining Museum and follow the Convict Trail, and visit the historic hamlet of Wollombi and old slab hut at Millfield.