“JULY Annual Winter Reds Weekend. Shrug off your jacket and shake your scarf free; the Adelaide Hills play host to the annual Winter Reds Weekend. Be tempted by more than 30 beautiful Adelaide Hills wineries offering sumptuous events, tastings and entertainment both day and night.”

“Nice little off-the-beaten-track winery tucked away in Lobethal. Good value for wines at around $25/bottle at the Cellar door. Great taste, nice atmosphere, stunning views and for the most part friendly waitstaff.”

“A quiant gift shop in a quaint town, Pony stocks the rare, exquisite and must have items that are perfect for any home. Better than what you would even find in Hahndorf spend time browsing through quality must haves at Pony in Charleston.”

“Famous Lutheran Bakery, an Adelaide Hills institution! Open daily from 7am, except Sundays.”

“Explore the Historic Lobethal Woollen Mills. This is where some of the best produce in the Adelaide Hills is created. A treasure trove all in one beautiful old building have a wonder through the Woollen Mills and meet the makers of the Hills”

“This park is a hidden hills gem – virtually unknown but with well signposted walking trails, views and the native bush setting its perfect for some easy exercise and even a picnic, sitting and overlooking the lake!”

“The trail is 15km long, and starts just north of Oakbank, passing through Woodside and on to Mt Torrens on part of the alignment of the former Mount Pleasant railway line. Great for bikers, joggers or those just wanting to take in the scenery.”

“Offers an authentic and rustic experience where you can meet the eccentric English winemaker in his pop up shipping container cellar door……mulled wine by the campfire. Mmmmhmmm ”

“Housed in a fabulous Art Deco hall - old style cinema with modern digital projection. An experience to be savoured. ”

“The Amy Gillett Bikeway is a shared path in the Adelaide Hills on part of the former Mount Pleasant railway line. It is a 17 kilometres (11 mi) sealed path suitable for recreational cycling, walking and horse riding. It currently stretches from Oakbank to Mt Torrens. ”

“ Lobethal - Christmas Lights Our Christmas festival has been lighting up the Lobethal Valley in the Adelaide Hills (South Australia) for over sixty years... created by the community of Lobethal. In the true spirit of Christmas, a tradition that has continued for over 60 years began, and has now evolved into the largest Community Christmas Light Display in the Southern Hemisphere. Lobethal lights up in December, and the Festival continues until December 30. See website for exact dates. www.lightsoflobethal.com.au/”