Looking for things to do within 30 minutes of Ashbury? Here are our top suggestions!

Whether you're a golfer, a surfer, a foodie or just looking for something fun to amuse the kids on the weekend, there’s no shortage of fantastic attractions and activities guaranteed to keep the whole family entertained, all within 30 minutes of Ashbury.

Here are our top suggestions guaranteed to entertain the whole family this summer!

Hop on your bike.

Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula are home to some truly magnificent riding tracks and trails. Spread throughout the area, these offer you anything from a leisurely pedal to a challenging circuit, every one of them offering up picture-perfect vistas. For mountain bike riders, head to the You Yangs Regional Park which boasts over 50 kilometres of designated, exciting and environmentally sustainable trails that cater for riders of all ages and ability. Choose your level and have yourself a gnarly ride!

Then there are Geelong’s share paths, with 8 to choose from. Check out the Bellarine Rail Trail and cycle along part or all of the 35-kilometre trail linking South Geelong to Queenscliff following the historical railway line. Or opt for the Barwon River Trail – 20 kilometres of sealed paths along both banks of the river. So many trails, so much fun!

For more information regarding the You Yangs visit, https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/you-yangs-regional-park.

For more information about Geelong’s Share Paths, visit https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/parks/paths

Get your Golf on.

Whether you’re a beginner or have a handicap to rival Adam Scott, Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula boast some world class golf courses catering to everyone from the weekend warrior to seasoned golf pro. One of the best is 13th Beach Golf Links, a Nationally Ranked 36-hole golf and residential precinct located 10 minutes down the road from Ashbury at Barwon Heads. The Beach Course (designed by Tony Cashmore) is set along the property's two kilometres of surf beach frontage and is ranked among Australia's Best 20 Golf Courses, while the Creek Course (designed by Sir Nick Faldo and Tony Cashmore), is also popular and steadily increasing its national ranking each year. With a modern Clubhouse and great facilities, and open to the public as well as members. whether you’re a golfer, or simply want to admire the views, visiting 13th Beach is a must.

For more information, visit https://www.13thbeachgolf.com/cms/

Hang 10 on a Surfing Safari.

Just down the road from Ashbury, Victoria’s Surf Coast is also home to some of Australia’s best beaches including Bells Beach, Ocean Grove, Winki Pop and Thirteenth Beach.

Those keen to learn the skills needed to negotiate a break should book a lesson or two with Go Ride A Wave at nearby Ocean Grove. With its beautiful clean water, safe beach with gentle rolling waves, and a headland providing shelter from the strong South Westerly winds, the Ocean Grove beach is ideal for surfing lessons.

Go Ride A Wave’s surf school specializes in daily, beginner surfing lessons, and group and private surfing lessons are also available on request. The company runs surfing lessons every day over the peak summer period, subject to minimum numbers and also offers a range of surf boards for hire. So, what are you waiting for – tap into your inner Gidget and book a lesson now.

For more information visit: https://gorideawave.com.au

Make a Splash at Adventure Park Geelong

If you’re after a fun day out for the whole family, then Victoria’s biggest and most exciting theme park, Adventure Park Geelong, is hard to beat.

Prepare to get wet, very wet, as the gates are open all summer long. Enjoy fast-paced and exciting rides like Aqua Speed Racers and Gold Rush Rapids or relax and go with the flow as you cruise down Lazy River. Plus, there’s Tiny Tots Splashzone for the little ones too. And for those looking to stay dry, Adventure Park also features go karts, mini golf, archery and the wave swinger.

For more information visit https://www.adventurepark.com.au/