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Discovery Holiday Parks
Hadspen, Tamar Valley, TAS
AAA Rating:
Three stars
Overview
Within strolling distance to the banks of the beautiful South Esk River, Discovery Holiday Parks – Hadspen in Tasmania’s famous wine producing Tamar Valley, is conveniently located between Discovery Holiday Parks – Hobart (3 hours) and Discovery Holiday Parks - Devonport (1.5 hours), making it an ideal base for a family touring holiday.
The city of Launceston offers a wide range of historic and natural attractions with the centre-piece being the stunning Cataract Gorge, featuring the world’s longest single-span chairlift, beautiful gardens and resident peacocks. The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery houses a world-class display of Tasmanian colonial art, while the Roman Baths Health Spa offers a range of day spa packages.
Just 15 minutes from Launceston is Tasmania’s newest tourism venture, Hollybank Treetops Adventure. Offering a birds-eye view of the forest and the Pipers River, this 3 hour tour sees visitors gliding through the treetops along almost 1 kilometre of cable in specially designed harnesses, while the nearby Tamar Island Wetlands Reserve is home to a wide variety of birds and wildlife, with the main walk taking just 1 hour along easy-access boardwalks.
For a full day out, visit the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre on your way to Beauty Point; home to both Platypus House and Seahorse World.
Discovery Holiday Parks – Hadspen offers a range of accommodation including powered camp and caravan sites, cabins and cottages. Our self-contained cottages offer sleeping from 5 to 6 people and feature gas log-heated fires, en-suite bathroom, TV and full kitchens with gas stove, while the Superior Spa Cottage features a luxurious corner spa bath. Our Standard Cabins are ideal for larger families or groups, and feature electric heating and complimentary tea & coffee.
Offering a playground, games room and kiosk, Discovery Holiday Parks – Hadspen is the perfect base to explore this rich region on your next family holiday.
Accommodation
- Superior Cottages
- Standard Cabins
- Powered and en-suite Camp and Caravan sites
Features & Facilities
- BBQ’s
- Internet Access
- Kiosk
- Playground
- Waterfront
Local Attractions
- Cataract Gorge
- Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery
- Hollybank Treetops Adventure
- Tamar Island Wetlands
- Platypus House
- Seahorse World
- Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre
- Tasmania Zoo
View a copy of the Park Brochure
Hadspen Park Brochure PDF
HAPPY HOUR
EVERY WEDNESDAY afternoon from 5.00pm (gold coin donation towards the Starlight Children's Foundation).
Just bring your drinks to the camp kitchen and join us for a sausage sizzle OR some nibblies and a get together with other travellers.
GUEST HERB GARDEN
Come and enjoy the fresh herbs from our garden. Give your meals a bit more flavour and eat healthier.
UP & COMING EVENTS AROUND LAUNCESTON
HEARTKIDS CAR & BIKE SHOW (Relbia) - 5th February 2012
FESTIVALE (Launceston) - 10th to 12th February 2012
AAMI LAUNCESTON CUP - 29th February 2012
BREATH OF LIFE MUSIC FESTIVAL - 10th & 11th March 2012
LONGFORD REVIVAL FESTIVAL - 24th March to 25th March 2012
V8 SUPERCARS - 30th March to 1st April 2012 (Symonns Plains)
TARGA TASMANIA - 17th to 22nd April 2012
AGFEST - 2nd to 6th May 2012
BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT
RESTAURANTS
Indulge in amazing food at our nearby restuarants including the Carrick Inn or Country Club Tasmania (both only 5 minutes drive). Relax with a range of dining options from fine dining to a quick cafe snack to unwind after a day of sightseeing.
TAMAR RIVER CRUISES
Cruise into the magical Cataract Gorge and through Launceston's riverfront precinct. Head north past Tamar Island, historical buildings, Churches, pubs and historical homesteads.
Experience the variety of life as we cruise past charming riverfront communities, vineyards and farms. This fascinating collection of history, fauna, and people at work, rest and play makes an absorbing narrative which will touch, intrigue and inspire.
Ph: 03 6334 9900
www.tamarrivercruises.com.au
KOOKABURRA QUAD BIKE TOURS
A true Tasmanian bush adventure. Scenic countryside with an adrenalin rush guaranteed! Ride a quad bike along numerous bush track, hidden gullies & open pasture. There are plenty of twists, turns & hills... you name it they have it!!
Allow 1.5 hrs for your ATV adventure. Session Times: 10.00am, 1.00pm, 3.30pm
No drivers licence is required. (Min. age is 16 to operate ATV's and as a passenger min. age is 8 - Parent/guardian needs to sign for person under 18). Experienced riders can have a decent hook.
www.kookaburraridgequadbiketours.com
EVANDALE MARKETS
The Evandale market is a popular country market in historic Evandale in Tasmania's north.
Come and be a part of one of Tasmania's favourite markets with over 100 stalls, including a wide range of wares from high quality crafts to bric-a-brac for every budget. There are also plenty of food stalls and children's amusements.
ESK MARKET, LAUNCESTON
The Eskmarket at the Launceston Show Ground
Free Entry and Parking
150 undercover stalls plus outside stalls - antiques, arts and crafts, fresh fruit and vegetables, books and videos, clothing, pre-loved goods, tools, jewelery, furniture, food and refreshments, toys and much more
TAMAR VALLEY WINE ROUTE
Follow the yellow and blue signs to discover more than thirty cellar doors spread over 170km around the Tamar Valley.
The Tamar Valley is a cool climate wine region and is focused on producing wines of exceptional quality that are elegant and pristine, reflecting the pure soil and air.
You can expect to taste excellent examples of Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir.
www.tamarvalleywineroute.com.au
JAMES BOAG BREWERY
Enjoy one of three James Boag's tours including being guided through the individual taste, appearance, aroma and character of each of James Boag's beers.
Open Monday to Saturday. Closed Sundays & Public Holidays.
Bookings are essential. Ph: 03 6332 6300
www.boags.com.au
Make a Booking NOW!
Lat: -41.5028730 Long: 147.0712710
Pets: Not allowed
Hadspen
Cnr Main St & Meander Valley Hwy ( B54 )
Hadspen
Tasmania 7290
Free Call: 1800 281 885
T: (03) 6393 6391
F: (03) 6393 6221
