Historic Blackwood Hotel shines with modern menu

Sitting on the edge of the forest in the historic gold-rush town of Blackwood, The Blackwood Hotel is the kind of country pub that's worth making the drive for – whether you're stopping in for lunch while exploring the area or settling in for a long afternoon with good food and a glass of local wine.

Established in 1868, the beautifully refurbished weatherboard hotel combines plenty of old-fashioned country-pub character with a more contemporary approach to food and drink. The menu makes good use of fresh, seasonal ingredients and local producers, mixing pub favourites with more adventurous dishes, while the bar pours local beers alongside regional wines, spirits and cocktails. 

The setting is a big part of the appeal. In the cooler months, open fireplaces make it an especially cosy place to escape to, while in warmer weather the forest-view deck is a lovely spot for a meal or a drink surrounded by the greenery of Blackwood. Families are welcome, there's a dedicated kids' menu, and the hotel also has a private dining room for celebrations and special occasions.

The Blackwood Hotel has also become a regular home for special dinners, wine events, live music and seasonal celebrations, giving you another reason to keep an eye on what's happening when planning a visit to town.

And it's well placed for making a day of Blackwood: combine lunch at the pub with a wander around the historic township, a visit to the Blackwood Mineral Springs or Garden of St Erth, or head out to explore the surrounding forest and walking trails.