The Great Lakes Food Trail is now in its eighth year and follows The Lakes Way from Forster to Bungwahl. Our producers and partners look forward to seeing you at one of our next events.

2024 Calendar

Bungwahl Hall Mega Mezza Longtable Dinner Saturday 6 April 2024 6pm to 10pm

Forster Coastal Brewing Company Brewery Experience Day Friday 12 July 2024

Wootton Great Lakes Paddocks Long Lunch Sunday 20 October 2024

Pacific Palms REAL FOOD Market Saturday 7 December 2024 from 9am to 12 noon

2025 Calendar

Pacific Palms REAL FOOD Market Saturday 4 January 2025 from 8am to 11 am

Bungwahl Topi Open Range Farm on Sunday 20 April 2025

The Coastal Brewing Company

In Forster at The Coastal Brewing Company, visitors can visit the taproom at the brewery Thurs, Fri and Sat 11.00am – 6pm. Enjoy delicious food alongside your beer and seltzers from Thurs, Fri and Sat 11am to 3pm. Over the holidays the taproom is open every day. Bookings are strongly recommended.

Topi Open Range Farm

In BUNGWAHL at Topi Open Range Farm you can meet the alpacas, chickens and farm dogs as well as sample lots of local produce. Topi Open Range Farm is run on the belief that exceptional produce is the result of their regenerative farming practices and dedication to the welfare of their animals and environment. Bookings essential.

Topi Hill Organics

In Topi Topi is mixed fruit orchard and vegetable gardens which are grown on the principles of permaculture, using only organic inputs with an off-grid sustainable farm house.

FAQ

Is there disabled access?

Most of the locations are wheelchair friendly. Farms have uneven ground, please contact location for specific information.

Where are the toilets?

There are toilets at each location.

Yeo Farm does not have a disabled access toilet.

Is seating provided?

Cafes, Wineries and Brewery have seating. For the Farms you are welcome to BYO camp chair or picnic rug.

Do I have to book?

Great Lakes Food Trail is a self drive tour. Some experiences require bookings.

Will there be shade? There is shade at most locations but remember to slip, slop, slap and wear a hat! Own shade structure and umbrellas are not allowed – umbrellas and ponchos please if raining.

What if it’s Hot?

We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and stay sun safe during the event if weather is hot.

Please bring own water bottle.

What if it’s raining?

Bring your umbrellas and gumboots!!!

Most venues are wet weather friendly.

Bring a poncho/umbrella for wet weather if you are doing farm tour.