About Brocklesby
Brocklesby lies on the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people, who are acknowledged as the region’s First Nations custodians. It is a small farming community in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, located 55km northwest of Albury. With just over two hundred residents, the town is known for its quiet rural character and strong local spirit. Brocklesby developed in the late 1800s as a stop along a railway line that once played a key role in moving grain from the district, though today it stands mainly as a reminder of the area’s past.
What’s to see?
Brocklesby is known best for the “Miracle of Brocklesby” – the successful landing of two Avro Anson aircrafts that collided midair in 1940 during training exercises. This is preserved in the Blacksmith Park with a replica engine of an Avro Anson and at the Brocklesby Recreation Reserve, featuring an interactive play sculpture of the two aircrafts.
Discover Brocklesby’s picturesque farming landscapes and bring along a picnic to enjoy in the family friendly parks.
Where to stay?
Brocklesby Recreation Reserve provides free camping facilities with amenities. If you prefer not to camp or don’t have the required equipment, accommodation options are available 20km away in Howlong at the Howlong Golf Resort, Kismet Riverside Lodge, and the Howlong Old Post Office Luxury Suite.
If you’re looking to venture further afield, Corowa is only a 30 minute drive away and Albury a 40 minute drive. Rutherglen, the popular wine region in Victoria’s north east is only a 30 minute drive away and offers ample accommodation options.
What’s nearby?
Looking to experience the rural lifestyle and enjoy some country pubs along the way? The Balldale Hotel, just a 15-minute drive from Brocklesby, features a contemporary menu in a classic country pub setting, open for lunch and dinner on Friday to Sunday. Alternatively, the Farmers Inn Hotel at Burrumbuttock is only 10 minutes away and serves traditional country pub meals, dinner on Thursday to Saturday and lunch on Sunday.
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