Preston Valley Artisan Trail

2nd & 3rd November 2024

Discover the charm of Western Australia's Preston Valley at the Preston Valley Artisan Trail, happening on the 2nd and 3rd of November 2024.

Over two delightful days, immerse yourself in a celebration of art, crafts, entertainment, and more. Whether you're an art aficionado, a craft enthusiast, or simply in search of a unique weekend getaway, the Preston Valley offers an array of activities and showcases that promise to enchant and inspire. Join us for a memorable experience where creativity meets community—right in the heart of the scenic Preston Valley.

Don’t miss this spectacular blend of culture, craftsmanship, and culinary delights!

Supported By

The Preston Valley Artisan Trail is made possible thanks to the generous support of:

Shire of Donnybrook Balingup

the Yabberup Community Association

Community Bank Donnybrook – Bendigo Bank

Elders Donnybrook

CLP Advertising & Photography Services

Preston Valley Artisan Trail
2nd & 3rd November 2024

~ Art ~ Craft ~ Curiosities ~

Hosts

Thomson Brook Estate

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 131 Thompson Road, Donnybrook
Terry & Pam Foster welcome you to sample their wines at their small family owned and managed winery. Guest artisans include renowned printmaker Denise Gillies with prints, scarves, bags and jewellery. Craft Partners, Erle & Judith Dutton and beautiful bags by Clare Johnson. Legendary local garden guru Jan Atherton of Fernbank fame will have plants for sale. Fab food available from Kiss the Cook. Live music from soloist Mellow Dea.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
The Fine Timber Company

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 104 Charlie Creek Road, Charlie Creek
Marnie & Derek Doak welcome you to their modern timber mill. The guys from Donnybrook Men's Shed will be there with their work and blacksmithing demonstrations. Yabadoo Fine Furniture and Homewares and Clives Creations will display their fine timber work. Photographers Rachel Williams and Mark Mawer, will show their individual work along with Hazel Boardman's beautiful paintings and Kerry Burns prints and cards. Art and music from Bevan Jones and Caroline Gaffney. Scenic heli flights available (weather permitting).

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Karrabilli Retreat

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 310 Morrissey Road, Yabberup
Karen & Bill invite you to their tranquil rural retreat to delight in the view and savour their delectable herbal teas and raw treats. Tara from Sage & Sol Co will have lovely dried flower arrangements, soy wax candles with florals, botanicals and crystals. Artist Pam Whitburn will have her stunning fine metal mesh art, oil paintings & mosaics. Steven from Australian Earth Wear will tempt you with his beautiful natural stone and silver jewellery.
Live music with Michaela Williamson

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Jackson's Track

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 887 Donnybrook Boyup Brook Road, Queenwood
Jonine and Kim Jackson welcome you to their farm property where local artisan Jill Lynch will display her mosaics and sun catchers. Carolyn Hayes will have dried flower arrangements, art, cards, olive oil and honey, hand-made soaps and body products. Robyn and Caz from Willowstump Creations will have their metal art creations and quirky little troll creatures.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Yabberup Hall

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: Yabberup Hall, Cnr Donnybrook-Boyup Brook Road & Yabberup Road, Yabberup.
Yabberup Craft Group ladies will display their art and craft with guest artisans - Lazy Daisy Stitching - Sue Migliori with handcrafted planters - Janelle Barnes Yabberup Studio, hand printednatural fibre fashion & tableware & preserves made withlocal produce Superb silver work from Fran Baker Jewellery - ROPES' Retired Old Primary Educators Shed with wonderful wood work for sale. Art market, Christmas light decorations and produce stalls. Don't miss the PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION. Tea, coffee & cake, sausage sizzle and hamburgers available.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Mandalay Road Wines

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 254 Mandalay Road, Glen Mervyn
Tony and Bernice O'Connell welcome you to their small family run winery with wine tastings, wine by the glass, bottle sales. & olive oil for sale. Guest artists include renowned painter Christine Blowfield, nature watercolourist Sue Kalab, Mad Mosaics by Crafty Chrisy, with artist/craftswoman Helen Reading. Grazing platters, gourmet sausage sizzle, doughnut and coffee van. With live music from Alan Coxall.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Sally Young Designs

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: Look for the flags 2km east of the Mumby Pub on Donnybrook-Boyup Brook Road, Mumballup
Look for the flags just 2ks east of the Mumballup Pub to find Sally's funky straw bale studio, home to ethical bamboo fashion, hand crafted wearable and original art, hand poured resin jewellery and homewares. Sally will be joined by - artists Cynthia Dix with her art, prints, scarves, totes and homewares - glass artist Heather Elliottsmith with her cool and quirky original pieces. Enjoy a complimentary Margaret River Wine Company wine, tea or coffee on the verandah. Ample parking and bus turnaround.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host
Val's Tin Shed

Free Entry 10am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday
Address: 1483 Donnybrook-Boyup Brook Road, Lowden
Val's collection of thousands of biscuit, cake, coffee, tea, ice- cream, ANZAC, Mac's and many other tins is amazing! Feel free to wander the garden, bring your lunch and picnic in the garden under shady trees.

View Art Market Stall and Demonstrations at this host

2024 Preston Valley Artisan Trail Map

2nd & 3rd November 2024

The trail visits various hosts such as artist studios, wineries and farms, each location will be hosting various artists, craftspeople and some demonstrations.

Located in the Shire of Donnybrook - Bailingup and stretches along Donnybrook - Boyup Brook Road from Sandhills Road to Mumballup.

With a huge variety to see and do, this is a must-see event in 2024. Click on each host above to see a detailed list of what you can see at their location.