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Gloucester: A Perfect Stopover on the Scenic Route from Newcastle to Armidale Gloucester is a fantastic country town that makes for an ideal stop when travelling from Newcastle to Armidale via Bucketts Way and Thunderbolts Way. With its friendly locals, great food, and stunning scenery, it’s more than just a place to refuel—it’s a destination worth enjoying. Great Coffee & Food For a coffee break, The Common Coffee Shop is a must-visit. They serve excellent coffee and are open long hours, making it a reliable stop whether you're passing through early in the morning or later in the day. If you’re after a hearty meal, Gloucester Roundabout Inn serves great pub meals with generous portions, and their wine list isn’t bad either. Accommodation Options The Bucketts Way Motel is conveniently located near the centre of town, offering clean and comfortable rooms. Gloucester Holiday Park is a budget-friendly option—while it’s a little rough around the edges, it’s cheap, and the cabins are dog-friendly. Debbie, the manager, is fantastic and always welcoming, adding to the park’s charm. Scenic Beauty & Relaxation Gloucester is surrounded by stunning landscapes, including the striking Bucketts Mountains and the nearby Barrington Tops. Whether you're stopping for a short break or staying overnight, it’s a great place to stretch your legs, grab a quality coffee, and enjoy a bit of country hospitality before continuing your journey.

We loved our accommodation. It was perfect for either relaxing or exploring the wonderful area and do some hiking. The close proximity to Gloucester was very good - convenient to replenish any supplies or have a lovely pub dinner.

Travelled in September 2024. Pretty town, lovely local parks, stunning rural scenery for nearby country drives, close to Barrington Tops. If planning to visit Barrington Tops National Park, suggest check with National Parks and Wildlife Service if any management activities going on. We could not get to the camping spots right at the top since the Park was closed in parts for all of September 2024 for feral animal management. There were no signs anywhere on the drive from Gloucester to Barrington Tops.

Close to Barrington Tops, Gloucester is an unspoiled, charming country town. The museum is excellent, and the staff are friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. The tourist information centre is great too. There’s an art gallery as well, and op shops filled with interesting things. The Roundabout Inn serves fabulous food, and the bar staff were very friendly. There’s a railway station too, so if you don’t want to drive from Sydney, catch the train!

Excellent country town with everything you need to unwind a nd truly relax. Good people and good cafes. Nature, wildlife, fishing, hunting, farming, bushwalks, camping, birdwatching, treks and much more all within 1 hour ...good infrastructure and roads in the area.

Very picturesque town, located at a 3 hour drive from Sydney. There were limited options for lunch/dinner, but again it is a small town so I wouldn't expect anything different. The coffee we tried was perfect, though. I would suggest coming here in late Autumn to get the best views.