Guidebook for Lambton
Sightseeing
Solar heated outdoor pools, waterslide, kids splashdown area
6 locals recommend
Lambton Pool (Closed until 26/08/19)
102 Durham RdSolar heated outdoor pools, waterslide, kids splashdown area
Paved right the way around and great for scooters or walking, also has a tennis court, Bowling Club and children's playground
Lambton Park Hotel
19A Morehead StPaved right the way around and great for scooters or walking, also has a tennis court, Bowling Club and children's playground
Newcastle Beach
Newcastle Ocean Baths
30 Shortland EsplanadeMerewether Beach
Anzac Memorial Bridge
24 Memorial DrGreat walkway with amazing views
Nobbys Beach
Nobbys RdBogey Hole
Shortland EsplanadeOcean Bath
Merewether Ocean Bath
3a Ocean St Kid Friendly +++
The Foreshore
Kid friendly ++
The Olive Tree Market
Darby StreetFantastic arts market (check the net for when it is on)
Koalas, emus, kangaroos, wombats. Lots of Australian wildlife. No fee, optional donation box at front near carpark
147 locals recommend
Blackbutt Reserve Entrance
72 Carnley AveKoalas, emus, kangaroos, wombats. Lots of Australian wildlife. No fee, optional donation box at front near carpark
Hunter Valley Gardens often have events like Christmas in July or Christmas lights (in Dec)
247 locals recommend
Hunter Valley Gardens
2090 Broke RdHunter Valley Gardens often have events like Christmas in July or Christmas lights (in Dec)
Pokolbin Village Estate
2188 Broke RdHub of the Hunter Valley Vineyards
Nelson Bay
A gorgeous part of the world. Whale-watching / dolphin cruises
Shopping
Medical centre, chemist, 3 cafes, 2 bottle shops, bakery, butcher, greengrocer, physiotherapist, chiro, natropath.
Elder Street
Medical centre, chemist, 3 cafes, 2 bottle shops, bakery, butcher, greengrocer, physiotherapist, chiro, natropath.
Westfield Kotara
Northcott DriveNewcastle's second largest shopping Centre
Charlestown Square
30 Pearson St Newcastle's largest shopping centre
The Lambton Fridge
86 Elder StThe posher of the two bottle shops on Elder St
Food Scene
When else do you get the chance to see a great performance while enjoying dinner and some wine before walking safely home in minutes.
14 locals recommend
Lizotte's Restaurant
31 Morehead StWhen else do you get the chance to see a great performance while enjoying dinner and some wine before walking safely home in minutes.
Marlin's Takeaway
96 Elder StBurgers, Fish and Chips etc
Very popular Newcastle restaurant. Great deep fried chicken with peanut sauce.
6 locals recommend
Paul's Asian Affair
22 Alma RdVery popular Newcastle restaurant. Great deep fried chicken with peanut sauce.
Corner Lane Espresso
15 Alma RdGreat service, strong but delicious coffee
The Locale
28 Alma RdFun decor, good menu
Black Circle Cafe
12 Alma RdPopular coffee place
Hunter Gourmet Pizza - New Lambton
12 Alma RdSo much better than the more commercial pizza options
2 Blend
104 Elder StreetSourdough baked wed, thu, fri and sat mornings. It sells out by 10am
Everything Else
John Hunter Hospital
Lookout RoadA number of buses run regularly to the University from Lambton
12 locals recommend
University of Newcastle
University DriveA number of buses run regularly to the University from Lambton
Dixon Park Surf Life Saving Club
19 Ocean StBurwood Beach
Great bushwalks through to Glenrock Lagoon
Piggott's Pharmacy Lambton
105 Elder StWho doesn't need a pharmacy at some point in any stay!?
Australia Post - Lambton LPO
97 Elder StIncase you want to post home treasures you've found
Calvary Mater Newcastle
20 Platt StThe Junction
Essentials
Newcastle Showground
1A Curley RdFarmers Markets
Ritchies IGA New Lambton
73 Regent StArts & Culture
McDonald Jones Stadium
294 Turton RdJets and Knights Home Ground
Newcastle Entertainment Centre
Brown RoadDrinks & Nightlife
Honeysuckle Hotel
Honeysuckle DriveBars, cafes, restaurants
Darby St
Darby StreetRestaurants, cafes, bars
Beaumont Street
Beaumont StreetRestaurants, cafes, bars
Northumberland Hotel
85 Elder StGood selection of beers. Live band entertainer
The Mark Hotel
Live entertainer