Darkes Glenbernie Orchard

Just an hour south of Sydney, Darkes Glenbernie is a sixth-generation family orchard set in the stunning Northern Illawarra mountain top, surrounded by Dharawal National Park. Experience authentic farm life with interactive tours that reveal the challenges and triumphs of growing fruit. Join cider-tasting sessions with the maker, where you’ll explore the flavours and aromas of the award-winning Darkes Cider and Darkes honey mead wines. Be taken on a journey of exploration of cider and emerge with skills to impress your friends! Enjoy the fun of picking your seasonal fruit from mid-November to late April/May, and taste the freshness of ‘just-picked’. Darkes Glenbernie offers year-round events, private group experiences, and opportunities for photography in a family-friendly setting. Whether for education, fun, or simply savouring seasonal honey, a visit to the orchard is an experience to remember.