Continue on your journey to the small town of Howard to visit a stately home built for a pioneer of the area's coal mining history at Brooklyn House (you may need to book a tour ahead of time). The old Queenslander style home is lovingly cared for and includes furniture and collectibles reflecting the rich history of the era. Lunch in a local pub such as Howards Grand Hotel or the Miners Arms in nearby Torbanlea where friendly locals will spin you a yarn or two.