Leaves & Fishes in Lovedale, Hunter Valley is proud to offer a variety of new and exciting events and dining experiences.

Whether it be a day out for the family, a romantic outing, finding refuge from the hot Hunter Valley sun or the cold autumn winds, or perhaps you’d like to take on a new creative pursuit via one of our workshops we’d love for you to join us!

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School Holiday Pottery Workshop

Enjoy a fun pottery experience for the whole family these school holidays in the beautiful Store with Hunter Valley Ceramics.

Suitable for all ages

Each person will make a variety of Christmas tree decorations, ornaments or tea lights.

4-5 October 2024

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Holiday Flower Crown Workshops

Join us for a fun and creative flower crown workshop experience for the whole family!

Suitable for all ages, each participant will make their own unique flower crown, choosing from a beautiful selection of either fresh or dried flowers. This hands-on 2-hour workshop provides all the tools and materials you’ll need, including a carefully curated selection of blooms

11 October 2024

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Kids Pot Painting Class

Join us with Mowgli Studios for a pot painting class at 55 Parrots.

All materials and assistance will be provided to paint their very own pot & after class they will receive a plant for their new pot.

Thursday 10th October, 10am & 1pm

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55 Parrots Open 7 days a week these Holidays

The Hunter Valley’s newest and most unique homeware and gift store is here!

Inspired by nature, art, travel & culture 55 Parrots design, curate and source exclusive hand crafter pieces locally and globally. Maxine is opening the store these school holidays 7 days a week so be sure to pop in and explore her beautiful treasures. Learn more here.

Christmas Mini Sessions

Christmas Mini Sessions with Lisa Webber Photography will be held inside ‘The Store’. There will be a slight vintage feel and kids can enjoy decorating their very own gingerbread man to take home.

Sessions are limited – Book a session

More exciting events coming soon

Have an event you desperately want to see in the Hunter?

Our Store space is now available for your next workshop or event.

Get in touch.

Watch this space

What's Been at Leaves & Fishes

The Hosting Masterclass Catch Up

In July we had the privilege of hosting Sarah Andrews wonderful Hosting Masterclass Community at the property for a reunion.

25 friends new and old gathered in our store for a jam packed day with a site tour, wine tasting from local producer Boydell’s and a delicious long lunch with Lucky Duck Restaurant. While we gathered we enjoyed some wonderful tunes from Will Morrison. The perfect end to the day was a preview of our new homewares and gift store 55 Parrots and we all got to take a wonderful goodie bag filled with gifts and discounts.

The Store was buzzing with old tales, hot tips and so much laughter. I wish we could do it all again, and again!

 

Rest & Reset: Women’s Wellness Retreat

At the end of May Psychologist Rachael Fowler from Your Nurtured Mind, together with Emma Johnson from Tula Yoga and Wellness hosted a beautiful 2 day retreat for 10 lucky woman in our Stunning Villa. Rachael taught these woman how to pause and reconnect with themselves. It was an honour to host such a beautiful event here and we can’t wait for the girls to come back for their next retreat early 2025.

I wanted to share this beautiful testimonial from Rachael – The Villa became the sanctuary beyond what I’d ever dreamed. Ten woman gathered here each day, in pure tranquility surrounded by the lily pond, to reconnect to their highest selves and seek rest and recalibration. I have no doubt the retreat would not have been the same in any other location. The resounding feedback from every attendee is universal: “Amazing. Amazing. Amazing”, and I couldn’t agree more. Thank you for having us!

Accommodation

Make the most of attending one of our events and book your private boathouse accommodation. The Boathouses at Leaves & Fishes offer a unique escape in the Hunter Valley.

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