Michelle’s guidebook
Food scene
Great Coffee & Breakfasts
Another strong contender in the Bridgetown cafe game is The Mulberry Tree. This quaint cafe opened in 2016 and since then, has been serving up a cracking eggs benny and home made hash browns. Perch up on the outside seating to soak up the wintery vibes, or get cosy inside the cafe. (Did we mention the hash browns? Seriously, get the hash browns.)
The Mulberry Tree
122 Hampton StGreat Coffee & Breakfasts
Another strong contender in the Bridgetown cafe game is The Mulberry Tree. This quaint cafe opened in 2016 and since then, has been serving up a cracking eggs benny and home made hash browns. Perch up on the outside seating to soak up the wintery vibes, or get cosy inside the cafe. (Did we mention the hash browns? Seriously, get the hash browns.)
While we’re at it… a refreshing cider sounds pretty good right about now, too. Bridgetown and the region at large has a rich tradition of apple growing, so it only makes sense that there would be some amazing cider. Enter, The Cidery. Utilising the region’s iconic Pink Lady apples, the Cidery’s range is made without added sugar, water, concentrates or flavour enhancers – and ranges from the sweet, fruity and fresh to the “kick you into next week” scrumpy.
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The Cidery and Blackwood Valley Brewing Company
43 Gifford RdWhile we’re at it… a refreshing cider sounds pretty good right about now, too. Bridgetown and the region at large has a rich tradition of apple growing, so it only makes sense that there would be some amazing cider. Enter, The Cidery. Utilising the region’s iconic Pink Lady apples, the Cidery’s range is made without added sugar, water, concentrates or flavour enhancers – and ranges from the sweet, fruity and fresh to the “kick you into next week” scrumpy.
Locals will tell you, if there’s one place you’ve got to get to in Bridgetown, it’s the Bridgetown Pottery Restaurant. The experience of dining here is less like a restaurant, and more like you’ve popped into someone’s home (which, I suppose, you have). After decades as a pottery and tearoom, the restaurant has shifted towards full meal service, but thankfully has retained all of its quirky character. Go with an open mind, and enjoy the warm welcome and delicious food.
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Bridgetown Pottery-Restaurant
81 Hampton StLocals will tell you, if there’s one place you’ve got to get to in Bridgetown, it’s the Bridgetown Pottery Restaurant. The experience of dining here is less like a restaurant, and more like you’ve popped into someone’s home (which, I suppose, you have). After decades as a pottery and tearoom, the restaurant has shifted towards full meal service, but thankfully has retained all of its quirky character. Go with an open mind, and enjoy the warm welcome and delicious food.
Just down the road from the Pottery Restaurant you’ll find Barking Cow: home to Bridgetown’s best coffee, and some pretty ace breakfasts, too. Wholesome food made with local produce, plus home made bread and cakes – most importantly of all, it’s all tasty. Coffees are made with local Yallingup beans and will fuel you up for the drive back to the big smoke.
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Barking Cow Cafe
88 Hampton StJust down the road from the Pottery Restaurant you’ll find Barking Cow: home to Bridgetown’s best coffee, and some pretty ace breakfasts, too. Wholesome food made with local produce, plus home made bread and cakes – most importantly of all, it’s all tasty. Coffees are made with local Yallingup beans and will fuel you up for the drive back to the big smoke.
Family Owned & Operated Business located in the Beautiful town of Bridgetown serving great coffee & food.
Bridgetown Mini Mart
39 Hampton StFamily Owned & Operated Business located in the Beautiful town of Bridgetown serving great coffee & food.
Winery
Any visit to any winery is a pretty primo way to spent a Sunday, but when the surrounds are as pretty as at Sunnyhurst, it’s truly hard to resist. The 120-year-old building at the heart of Sunnyhurst overlooks the rolling valleys of Bridgetown and the Bordeaux-style vineyard below. Pop by the cellar door for a free tasting of their award-winning wines, explore the gardens and their 600 rare and heritage rose varieties, or even play a game of tennis on the turn of the century grass court.
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Sunnyhurst Winery
16 Doust StAny visit to any winery is a pretty primo way to spent a Sunday, but when the surrounds are as pretty as at Sunnyhurst, it’s truly hard to resist. The 120-year-old building at the heart of Sunnyhurst overlooks the rolling valleys of Bridgetown and the Bordeaux-style vineyard below. Pop by the cellar door for a free tasting of their award-winning wines, explore the gardens and their 600 rare and heritage rose varieties, or even play a game of tennis on the turn of the century grass court.
Bridgetown Winery
10891 Brockman Highway10891 Brockman Highway
Maranup, 6256, WA
Art
FATS has got to be one of our favourite, bear with us, bagel shop slash cafe slash art studio slash Christmas stores. Look, we know the combo sounds… interesting. But somehow, it works. Grab a bagel for lunch – they’ve got some epic flavours, from classic filled reuben style to black garlic cream cheese with chopped dates and black pepper – before checking out the attached gallery, featuring art by owner Nic Fabiszak. And of course, you won’t be able to resist getting into the Christmas spirit with their year-round toy and decoration shop. If you’re lucky, you might also be able to pick up a bunch of locally grown flowers from micro-grower Myrtle Vale Flower Farm while you’re there.
FATS - Food, Art, Toys, Santa (Fat Betty, Fat Arts, Fat & Happy Toy Store, Fat Santa's Christmas Shop)
179 Hampton StFATS has got to be one of our favourite, bear with us, bagel shop slash cafe slash art studio slash Christmas stores. Look, we know the combo sounds… interesting. But somehow, it works. Grab a bagel for lunch – they’ve got some epic flavours, from classic filled reuben style to black garlic cream cheese with chopped dates and black pepper – before checking out the attached gallery, featuring art by owner Nic Fabiszak. And of course, you won’t be able to resist getting into the Christmas spirit with their year-round toy and decoration shop. If you’re lucky, you might also be able to pick up a bunch of locally grown flowers from micro-grower Myrtle Vale Flower Farm while you’re there.
Open times: Mon to Fri 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday, Sunday and
Public holidays 10 am to 1 pm. Closed Good Friday and
Christmas Day.
About:
Brierley Jigsaw Gallery is the only public jigsaw gallery in the
Southern Hemisphere.
Jessie Brierley started the collection over 40 years ago and
continues to expand. If you love puzzles, you will love Brieley
Jigsaw Gallery.
Brierley Jigsaw Gallery
154 Hampton StOpen times: Mon to Fri 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday, Sunday and
Public holidays 10 am to 1 pm. Closed Good Friday and
Christmas Day.
About:
Brierley Jigsaw Gallery is the only public jigsaw gallery in the
Southern Hemisphere.
Jessie Brierley started the collection over 40 years ago and
continues to expand. If you love puzzles, you will love Brieley
Jigsaw Gallery.
Shop
After all this good eating in Bridgetown, you must be feeling inspired to get in the kitchen yourself? Thankfully Blackwood Kitchen stocks heaps of handy kitchenware to get you started, whether it’s Chasseur cast iron cookware, a Mason Cash mixing bowl, or some beautiful new table linen. Plus, they’ve got a selection of local and imported gourmet goods if you’re looking for some more immediate gratification.
Blackwood Kitchen
141 Hampton StreetAfter all this good eating in Bridgetown, you must be feeling inspired to get in the kitchen yourself? Thankfully Blackwood Kitchen stocks heaps of handy kitchenware to get you started, whether it’s Chasseur cast iron cookware, a Mason Cash mixing bowl, or some beautiful new table linen. Plus, they’ve got a selection of local and imported gourmet goods if you’re looking for some more immediate gratification.
Bridgetown has more than its fair share of creatives and artisans, and nowhere is it more apparent than LOFT. Stocking only WA handmade goods, you’ll find homewares, gifts, fashion and plenty more. Standouts include delicate earthenware ceramic flowers handcrafted by Bron’s Ceramics, natural vegan skincare from Elia Balms and Blends, or sweet, vintage-inspired clothing from Ernest and Bumble.
LOFT Bridgetown Handmade Boutique
117 Hampton StBridgetown has more than its fair share of creatives and artisans, and nowhere is it more apparent than LOFT. Stocking only WA handmade goods, you’ll find homewares, gifts, fashion and plenty more. Standouts include delicate earthenware ceramic flowers handcrafted by Bron’s Ceramics, natural vegan skincare from Elia Balms and Blends, or sweet, vintage-inspired clothing from Ernest and Bumble.
Started by two local mums, Wilde Folk Collective is keeping the folks of Bridgetown stocked in whimsical, boho wares. With everything from bedding, eco cleaning products, skincare, or gifts and homewares, you’re sure to find something cute. They also host a plethora of workshops, so if you time it right, you can also learn some fun skills while you’re there – past workshops have included basket weaving with herbs or how to make a macramé wall hanging.
The Wilde Folk Collective
110 Hampton StreetStarted by two local mums, Wilde Folk Collective is keeping the folks of Bridgetown stocked in whimsical, boho wares. With everything from bedding, eco cleaning products, skincare, or gifts and homewares, you’re sure to find something cute. They also host a plethora of workshops, so if you time it right, you can also learn some fun skills while you’re there – past workshops have included basket weaving with herbs or how to make a macramé wall hanging.
It’s hard to miss Paper Planes Co.‘s bubblegum pink exterior, but as with many things – it’s what’s inside that counts. A treasure trove of toys, learning tools, clothing and books, all with a fun, inclusive vibe. It would be easy to say that Paper Planes Co. is just a kid’s store, but there’s plenty for big kids to enjoy, too. Like Beautiful Weirdo eco glitter, Feel Good Inc. sunscreen, or homewares that’ll look great in your bedroom whether you’re 5 or 50. We haven’t even mentioned the roller skates.
Paper Planes Co
101b Hampton StreetIt’s hard to miss Paper Planes Co.‘s bubblegum pink exterior, but as with many things – it’s what’s inside that counts. A treasure trove of toys, learning tools, clothing and books, all with a fun, inclusive vibe. It would be easy to say that Paper Planes Co. is just a kid’s store, but there’s plenty for big kids to enjoy, too. Like Beautiful Weirdo eco glitter, Feel Good Inc. sunscreen, or homewares that’ll look great in your bedroom whether you’re 5 or 50. We haven’t even mentioned the roller skates.
Just because you’re out of the city doesn’t mean you can’t look stylish. Barney and Fleur is home to an enviable collection of Australian fashion, footwear and accessories – as well as skincare, homewares and gifts, of course. Pick up a chic new outfit by Elk or Arnhem clothing, or maybe a nail polish or two made in WA from plants, or finally replace those chipped bowls with some Bloomingville ceramics.
Barney and Fleur
135 Hampton StJust because you’re out of the city doesn’t mean you can’t look stylish. Barney and Fleur is home to an enviable collection of Australian fashion, footwear and accessories – as well as skincare, homewares and gifts, of course. Pick up a chic new outfit by Elk or Arnhem clothing, or maybe a nail polish or two made in WA from plants, or finally replace those chipped bowls with some Bloomingville ceramics.
Wag Walters Emporium provides a relaxing and
unique shopping experience with a wide range of
homeares and giftware.
The range of quality items thoughtfully selected
from suppliers around the world.
Wag Walters Emporium
1 Eedle TerraceWag Walters Emporium provides a relaxing and
unique shopping experience with a wide range of
homeares and giftware.
The range of quality items thoughtfully selected
from suppliers around the world.
Sightseeing
You can’t visit Bridgetown without taking in a bit of the outdoors, no matter the time of year. During the cooler months, with the river flowing and the lush vegetation, it’s particularly worthwhile embarking on the Blackwood River Walk. Following the banks of the Blackwood River, you can enjoy spotting some Blue Fairy Wrens amongst the hovea. The walk takes one to three hours and is six kilometres return. If you want to get even more immersed, you can also check out the Bridgetown Jarrah Park. About twenty minutes out of town, you can marvel at the giant, majestic karri trees on the six kilometre, two to three hour loop.
Blackwood River Walk
Blackwood River WalkYou can’t visit Bridgetown without taking in a bit of the outdoors, no matter the time of year. During the cooler months, with the river flowing and the lush vegetation, it’s particularly worthwhile embarking on the Blackwood River Walk. Following the banks of the Blackwood River, you can enjoy spotting some Blue Fairy Wrens amongst the hovea. The walk takes one to three hours and is six kilometres return. If you want to get even more immersed, you can also check out the Bridgetown Jarrah Park. About twenty minutes out of town, you can marvel at the giant, majestic karri trees on the six kilometre, two to three hour loop.
Location: 20 kms West of Bridgetown
Phone: 1800 777 140
About:
The park has three walk trails from 20 minutes to 2 hours
duration.
During your walk, you will see local flora and fauna,
Jarrah, Marri and Blackbutt trees.
Picnic and toilet facilities available.
Bridgetown Jarrah Park
Location: 20 kms West of Bridgetown
Phone: 1800 777 140
About:
The park has three walk trails from 20 minutes to 2 hours
duration.
During your walk, you will see local flora and fauna,
Jarrah, Marri and Blackbutt trees.
Picnic and toilet facilities available.
Things To Do
Bridgetown Golf Club
Hester RoadLocation: Hester Road, Hester Brook
Phone: 9761 1387
Ooh La Lollishop is the best lolly shop you will find in the
South West. The shop specialises in confectionary and
unique giftware from around the world.
Ooh La Lollipop
84 Hampton StOoh La Lollishop is the best lolly shop you will find in the
South West. The shop specialises in confectionary and
unique giftware from around the world.