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If a more relaxing time is what you're seeking, take a break and get back to nature, the region's huge spectrum of recreation facilities include beautifully landscaped gardens, natural parks and outstanding flora and fauna exhibits.
Meander away the day with a picnic at any of these luscious areas or capitalise on the beauty and make one of these outdoor settings your backdrop for a wedding, party, concert or anything... under the stars!
When you get out into the region you can really let loose in the dams and reserves. Take a dip in Lake Keepit State Park, Split Rock Dam and Chaffey Dam; all of which are great for boating activities from skiing to sailing to canoeing.
The region is also well known for its inland fishing, where you can throw a line in at any of the dams or rivers found on your travels and don't forget to take a dip in the cool water yourself!
If you don't want to catch your next meal, pack a picnic lunch or if you feel like staying a while longer, camp overnight. There is also a range of National parks ready for you to explore.
The sporting facilities in the Tamworth region are world class and regularly play host to state and national based tournaments.
For the young or young at heart, there are great experiences to keep you entertained. From Kidszone play centre through to Ten Pin Bowling, public swimming pools with the ultimate in water slides and parks containing great jungle gym equipment. Let loose and discover your inner-child!
Tamworth regularly hosts National and State based championships in hockey, BMX, softball, baseball, cricket and football codes.
Tamworth also has a national standard track and field centre, a speedway, cycling velodrome, five lawn bowling clubs and two golf courses, one of which was designed by Greg Norman's Design Company.