Branell Homestead is located just 3 km from the historic town of Laidley.
A stroll along the main street reveals some historic buildings.
Pop into one of the pubs to enjoy a cold drink with the locals.
Or get lost among the old wares.
Laidley has a weekly Country Market in the main street.
There is also a larger Monthly Market.
The markets offer a wide range of local produce, craft, baked fare, jams etc.
Check with Branell Homestead to find out when the markets are on.
There is something for everyone in Laidley.
Further afield you will find many kilometers of country roads to explore.
Other towns you can explore include Gatton, Forest Hill, Grantham, Helidon, Withcott, Plainland, Mulgowie and Thornton.
There is a thriving arts community in the Lockyer Valley. Browsing the galleries may result in finding that perfect addition to your home.
There is also some magnificent scenery to take in.
The Cobb & Co Tourist Drive follows the railway line and the original road from Ipswich to Gatton, the largest town in the Lockyer Valley.
Only two kilometers from Branell Homestead is Cunningham's Crest Lookout which offers fabulous views in many directions.
More adventurous activities on offer include Hot Air Ballooning and Skydiving.
Little wonder the Lockyer Valley is becoming an increasingly popular destination.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The Lockyer Valley Regional Council's Calendar of Events can be viewed or downloaded here.
WHAT'S ON AT OR NEAR BRANELL HOMESTEAD
For more information about what’s on at or near Branell Homestead Bed and Breakfast, go to the Specials page of this website.
NAME A TREE AT BRANELL HOMESTEAD TO HELP PEOPLE WITH CANCER
Branell Homestead gives out free gift vouchers to people living with a serious illness such as cancer. Branell Homestead pays for all of the accommodation and breakfast costs involved. We would also like to be able to provide the guests with other free services such as complimentary massages, manicures, pedicures, facials or a free evening meal at a one of our local restaurants or cafes. If you would like to help, you could name one of the trees on our property for just $25 and your money will go towards paying for a massage, a beauty treatment or a free evening meal. A plaque will be made up with the name of your tree and a short message and then it will be attached to one of the many trees on our 80 acre property. We also give some of the money to a worthy charity with a similar goal, such as Camp Quality.
If you would like to name a tree, simply send us a message via the 'Contact' page of this website requesting a Name a Tree form to be e-mailed to you. Alternatively, you can call us on (07) 5465 1788 and we can send a form out to you in the post.
LINKS
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