Don't be fooled - there is a lot going on in this tiny town

Curving through the undulating landscape of the Tweed Valley, alongside the clear waters of the Oxley River, we are rewarded with ever-changing views of Wollumbin Mount Warning as we round its many sides. All this peace has prepared us well for the tranquillity of Tyalgum, but don't be fooled - there is a lot going on in this tiny town, for all ages. There are so many local enterprises and experiences it takes us all day, and then some, to explore all that awaits on the main stretch of Coolman Street, just a 4 minute end-to-end stroll.

First up, we hit Marketta Lane, a vibrant art and retail precinct that is home to a bounty of food, drink and retail stores. We each find our own stores to browse, from a hand-crafted jewellery store and a nook filled with book shelves to a children's corner alive with fairy gold, toys and cosy armchairs for reading.

All this browsing and buying has built an appetite so we head to Flutterbies Cottage Cafe and settle in to enjoy their awardwinning high tea - a must-do on any Tyalgum visit. Flutterbies also serves up sumptuous meals in an elegant heritage building or under dappled light in the gardens. Just down the way, the Tyalgum General Store is also in our sights, packed with locally made artisan foods and fresh-picked produce, along with breakfast and lunch tastes.

With events right throughout the year, from theatre, music, dance, food, sport, wellness and sustainable living, Tyalgum is a town that is ideal for a visit any time of year.

Major events include the Tyalgum Music Festival, featuring over 30 musicians performing in 8 concerts over 3 days, and the Tour de Tweed, which brings Tyalgum to life with road cyclists from all over Australia enjoying the country ambience and hospitality.