Scone is situated in the Upper Hunter Valley, bounded by picturesque hills sloping down to rich alluvial river flats. Scone is approximately three hours drive north of Sydney via the F3 Expressway and New England Highway.
The Shire of Scone covers an area of 4027 sq. km in the Upper Hunter Region of New South Wales. The Shire is agriculturally rich and relies heavily on beef production, fat lambs, dairy products, grain and other primary products. Scone Shire is renowned as a major breeding centre for cattle and horses. It is widely recognised as the Horse Capital of Australia, and is the second largest horse breeding district in the world.
Scone has a great deal to offer, with its diverse and unusual attractions catering to all interests. Attractions include: Vine yards, horse studs, Lake Glenbawn Recreation park, Burning Mountain, Scone Equine complex, Timor Caves and Barrington Tops National park to name just a few.
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