A reminder that our last monthly Devonshire Tea Day is this Sunday 17 December. Why not take a break from holiday preparations and enjoy relaxing under the shade of our 19th century elms? Better still, grab some last minute gifts from the National Trust gift shop at 10 per cent off.

Our special exhibition will be from March 5 to May 27 in 2018 due to popular demand. The exhibition features items from the diverse past of our 1830s’ property, including archaeological finds from the garden, house and grounds, historical photographs, maps, reports, ephemera and much more; a unique opportunity to see artefacts from the pioneering days of Goulburn. We will also take group bookings for outside of advertised hours.

Our annual Rare Plants and Gardeners Fair held each November has become so popular that we are making it a two-day, whole-of-weekend event in 2018. Stall holders should contact us as soon as possible to book their spot as well as to be a part of our statewide promotion in 2018. It promises to be another fantastic event, with specialist talks, tours and practical demonstrations, our usual hospitality of a food court and barbecue, plenty of stalls and plants for sale as well as our official National Trust Gift Shop.

Like you, we all need a break. Please note ‘Riversdale’ will be closed to the public from December 21 to reopen on Monday, January 8. Make sure you check out our Facebook page @RiversdaleHomesteadNSW for the full list of activities and dates in 2018 for your diaries.

Finally, we would like to thank you, the people and community of Goulburn, for your ongoing support. Without you, whether it be with a shop visit, volunteering, a Devonshire Tea or a day out at one of our special events, Riversdale wouldn’t be the shining heritage star we are all so proud of. The team wishes each and every one of you a happy and safe festive season and looks forward to seeing you in 2018!