The traditional landowners of the land around what is now Singleton are the Wonnarua / Wanaruah people. The Wonnarua / Wanaruah people have occupied the land in the Upper Hunter Valley for over 30,000 years
Singleton was established in the 1820s. In its early years, it was also called Patrick’s Plains. The Main Northern railway line reached Singleton in 1863 and was the end of the line until 1869. The town retains many historic buildings, including the original courthouse built in 1841, various large churches and many traditional Australian pubs.
The countryside surrounding Singleton contains an unusual number of fine old mansions, reflecting the aristocratic nature of land grants when the area was settled. They include ‘Neots field’ (1828), the elaborate ‘Baroona’ (1829), ‘Abbey Green’ (1865) and stunning ‘Minimbah’ (1877).
The traditional landowners of the land around what is now Singleton are the Wonnarua / Wanaruah people. The Wonnarua / Wanaruah people have occupied the land in the Upper Hunter Valley for over 30,000 years
Singleton was established in the 1820s. In its early years, it was also called Patrick’s Plains. The Main Northern railway line reached Singleton in 1863 and was the end of the line until 1869. The town retains many historic buildings, including the original courthouse built in 1841, various large churches and many traditional Australian pubs.
The countryside surrounding Singleton contains an unusual number of fine old mansions, reflecting the aristocratic nature of land grants when the area was settled. They include ‘Neots field’ (1828), the elaborate ‘Baroona’ (1829), ‘Abbey Green’ (1865) and stunning ‘Minimbah’ (1877).
Planning to Visit Singleton? We have everything from gorgeous wineries, historical sites, fine dining experiences and natural wonders, never run out of things to visit in Singleton Hunter Valley.
The Hunter Valley is home to some of the most exquisite Wines – find yourself indulging in the local wine and food tours, visits any number of the confectionary attractions such as the Chocolate or or cheese factories in the area.
If you are a music and festival lover then come stay in singleton and book your next concert or festival ticket for the numerous events out in Pokolbin and surround areas. Pokolbin is 30kms from Singleton and the center of the pastoral Lower Hunter Valley wine producing district. Pokolbin offers country hospitality and great food and wine, quaint shops and a traditional-style tearoom.