<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Old Vic Inn Canowindra ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The perfect venue for family getaways, conferences, weekends away and special occasions - Call us direct to book!]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:51:06 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theoldvic.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[10 Activities to Do Around Canowindra]]></title><description><![CDATA[Canowindra is one of those rare places that packs an extraordinary amount into a small package. This heritage town in NSW's Central West has become a destination in its own right, drawing visitors for everything from hot air ballooning to world-class dining. Whether you're here for a weekend or just passing through, here are 10 activities that make Canowindra worth a stop — and a stay. 1. Hot Air Ballooning Canowindra is one of Australia's premier hot air ballooning destinations. The calm...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/10-activities-to-do-around-canowindra</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a408d81d3770ea960ef3225</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:59:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_46753b709e9d45b588bef361551c1e45~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ride to Canowindra — A Motorcycle Club Road Trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some rides are about the destination. Some are about the road. The best ones are about both. Canowindra, in the heart of NSW's Central West, delivers on every count — winding country roads, stunning scenery, and a heritage pub that's been welcoming travellers since 1865. The Roads The Central West of NSW is a motorcyclist's playground. The region offers a variety of road types that cater to every riding style: Sydney to Canowindra (approx. 3.5 hours) Take the Great Western Highway through the...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/ride-to-canowindra-a-motorcycle-club-road-trip</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a401138f69fbd60c76cc024</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:15:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_e1112a7afc6d4398aff9844f5b116120~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_853,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road Trip to Canowindra — The Perfect Car Club Getaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a reason car clubs keep coming back to country NSW — the roads are open, the scenery is spectacular, and the towns welcome you with the kind of hospitality that cities forgot. Canowindra, perched in the heart of the Central West, is one of those rare destinations that ticks every box for a car club weekend. Why Canowindra for a Car Club Trip? The drive. Getting to Canowindra is part of the experience. Whether you're coming from Sydney (about 3.5 hours), Canberra (about 2.5 hours), or...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/road-trip-to-canowindra-the-perfect-car-club-getaway</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a400ebfad71d3b6876b5f93</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:05:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_80586b0c34474e7bb37a0a6dbb7adcc9~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Play and Stay — The Ultimate Golf Weekend in Canowindra]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's nothing quite like a weekend of golf in the country. No city traffic, no crowded tee times, no concrete in sight — just rolling greens, wide-open skies, and the kind of quiet that lets you actually hear the club connect with the ball. Canowindra and the surrounding Central West region offer some of the most enjoyable country golf in New South Wales, and The Old Vic Inn is the perfect base for a play and stay golf weekend. Golf Courses Near Canowindra The Central West is dotted with...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/play-and-stay-the-ultimate-golf-weekend-in-canowindra</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a400ba6ed54ddfd7e1a4c29</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:48:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_93a866e14bf9494f829353feb96b8d94~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_960,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Vogue Dancing in Canowindra — Where Social Dancing Thrives]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an age of screens and streaming, there's something beautifully old-fashioned about a community that still gathers to dance. In Canowindra, that tradition is alive and well, thanks to the Canowindra New Vogue and Social Dance Group. What Is New Vogue Dancing? New Vogue is a uniquely Australian style of ballroom dancing that emerged in the mid-20th century. Unlike traditional ballroom dances with strict international rules, New Vogue dances were created for social dancing — they're designed...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/new-vogue-dancing-in-canowindra-where-social-dancing-thrives</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3fb7a7f69fbd60c76bf75a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:47:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_ad134c3a2ad344afa5b857d150e68238~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experience the Baroque Music Festival in Canowindra]]></title><description><![CDATA[When most people think of Canowindra, they picture hot air balloons drifting over golden paddocks. But this charming Central West town has another string to its bow — quite literally. The Baroque Music Festival brings world-class classical performances to an intimate country setting, creating one of the most unique music experiences in regional Australia. What Is the Baroque Music Festival? The Baroque Music Festival celebrates the rich tradition of Baroque-era composition, from the intricate...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/experience-the-baroque-music-festival-in-canowindra</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3fb3f9f69fbd60c76bee22</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:35:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_b1cf2ebccf7246a48d4f8ac6f8a90984~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_853,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to Stay in Canowindra During the Hot Air Balloon Festival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every year, thousands of visitors flock to Canowindra for one of Australia's most magical experiences — watching dozens of vibrant hot air balloons rise over the rolling hills of the Central West at dawn. The Canowindra International Balloon Challenge and surrounding balloon events have put this small town on the global map, and finding the right place to stay can make or break your experience. Why Canowindra Is a Hot Air Balloon Destination Nestled in the Belubula Valley, Canowindra's...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/where-to-stay-canowindra-balloon-festival</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3fb279ad71d3b6876a8fbf</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:27:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d829f_591b91a0b1fb49fc93d11c5bb6831b85~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Valentines Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where will you be this Valentines day? Valentine's Day is the worlds biggest celebration of romance and romantic love. Embrace the...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2020/01/31/valentines-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd23c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2020 02:27:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0312728505fb4e589a4019d2cd6a99a7.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pasta Nights - That's a wrapped up!]]></title><description><![CDATA[WOW! What an epic 5 weeks it has been!  We have served a few hundred pasta dishes over the last 5 Thursday evenings during our, ...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2020/01/31/pasta-nights-thats-a-wrapped-up</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd242</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2020 23:51:36 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Balloon Festival 2020]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dates for the 2020 balloon festival have been confirmed. The festival is running from Saturday 15th of April until Sunday 20th April...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2020/01/21/balloon-festival-2020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd24a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 02:02:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_fd8ba12d4401489dae2deec5f31d17e4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thursday Night is Pasta Night!]]></title><description><![CDATA[OUR JANUARY SPECIAL If you haven't already, you need to come over to Gaskill Street , Canowindra and get involved in our Pasta night...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2020/01/21/thursday-night-is-pasta-night</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd248</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 01:28:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_1358cb8db94c4822ba3acd2000b9871c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experience a Superb Canowindra Spring Stay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spring is undoubtedly the perfect time of year to visit Canowindra. The countryside comes alive in a riot of colour with golden canola...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/09/13/experience-a-superb-canowindra-spring-stay</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd249</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Sep 2019 05:19:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_ceb49038542c4eeaa7eafdb8dcef543d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_727,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate Christmas in July Canowindra style!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forget navigating snowy roads and slippery pavements, Canowindra is the place to do a Wintery Christmas! Don’t miss out on the Old Vic...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/07/05/celebrate-christmas-in-july-canowindra-style</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd23d</guid><pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2017 07:02:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_092849216fea48efb19decdbb8da2150~mv2_d_2339_3308_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dreaming of a Winter Country Escape?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out our Winter Preview! As the last of our mild Autumn days conclude, the magnificent Canowindra countryside has finished off what...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/06/01/pasta-night-at-the-old-vic-inn</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd246</guid><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2017 23:37:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_35d0d002390e466a97c910719e60d48d~mv2_d_2481_3508_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Mum Happy This Mother’s Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mother’s Day - the only day dedicated to the hard working, caring, loving, nurturing people in our lives that do so much for us each and...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/05/11/make-mum-happy-this-mother-s-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd244</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2017 23:24:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_620099d4e8044c23ab2ee1eb71f7ff61~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_842,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Take in the Balloon Week Ambience with Dinner on the Balcony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Autumn is the perfect weather for Canowindra’s favourite pastime of ballooning and it also happens to be ideal for outdoor entertaining....]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/04/13/take-in-the-balloon-week-ambience-with-dinner-on-the-balcony</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd243</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2017 23:22:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_5932798c353a4ee88aa8bbb04ec8a5ad~mv2_d_1753_2480_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Good Friday – A Great Excuse for a Seafood Extravaganza]]></title><description><![CDATA[The observance of not eating meat on Good Friday is still an important part of Easter for many, but it can often be difficult to navigate...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/04/06/good-friday-a-great-excuse-for-a-seafood-extravaganza</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd23f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2017 02:49:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7d99d5_1bfeca860cea4476b5d96d082ffa48b0~mv2_d_1753_2480_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarrie &#38; Kit's Narrow Escape]]></title><description><![CDATA[Like most small towns, Canowindra has played the backdrop to many a love story turned legend. If only the walls could talk at the Old Vic...]]></description><link>https://www.theoldvic.com.au/single-post/2017/01/11/clarrie-kits-narrow-escape</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2631d6462c80b3ef7cd23e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2017 06:04:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bd922_0b31e79f163146038a93189e8d923572~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_250,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Leonardo Moreno</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>