Discover the art of bush leather work with a hands-on workshop at Gleneden Farm, led by Australia’s last bullockies. Learn traditional craftsmanship, enjoy farm tours, and create your own leather belt in a serene rural setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical effort required, suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Gleneden Farm has been family-owned for over 50 years, maintaining traditional farming and craft practices.
Conservation
The farm emphasizes sustainable practices, with programs in place for soil health and native flora restoration.
Gleneden Farm
Discover the art of bush leather work with a hands-on workshop at Gleneden Farm, led by Australia’s last bullockies. Learn traditional craftsmanship, enjoy farm tours, and create your own leather belt in a serene rural setting.
Gleneden Farm in Maryvale, Queensland is a working family farm that offers hands-on heritage workshops, farm tours and immersive small-group experiences.
The farm specialises in heritage trades and traditional campfire cooking, presenting authentic activities led by experienced practitioners, including sessions with one of Australia's last bullockies. Guests can learn leatherwork, bush blacksmithing, damper making and lye soapmaking, each workshop delivering practical instruction and a take-home item. The VIP Farm Experience provides a guided two-hour farm immersion where visitors feed animals, milk cows, collect eggs and explore woodland and creek while learning principles of regenerative organic farming. Short farmyard tours introduce heritage breed animals, the organic vegetable garden and orchard, and allow guests to purchase fresh farm produce on-site. Gleneden Farm emphasises safety, small group sizes and hands-on guidance to ensure a meaningful learning experience for adults, families and small groups. Food served with workshops includes complementary afternoon or billy tea and farm-sourced grazing platters or morning tea, highlighting seasonal produce. The farm's approach combines living heritage skills with practical demonstrations in a rural Maryvale setting, making it suitable for visitors seeking cultural connection, slow-food experiences and outdoor learning. Booking information, availability and group options are provided by the farm for each workshop and tour. Gleneden Farm operates in Maryvale, Queensland and focuses on authentic heritage trades, farm education and responsible land stewardship. The farm welcomes bookings for private groups, school excursions and adult workshops, and provides pre-booking information on accessibility, group sizes and equipment requirements to ensure safe enjoyable visits.
Location
Maryvale, Queensland
Picturesque rural Maryvale setting
Heritage Workshops
6 Experiences
Hands-on traditional skills
Group Experiences
Private & small groups
Tailored farm tours and workshops
Workshop Lengths
2–3 hours
Short immersive sessions
Book workshops, farmyard tours or the VIP Farm Experience for small groups — check availability and secure a date.
Dress comfortably and bring your enthusiasm
Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing suitable for crafting and farm tours.
Arrive early for a full experience
Get there ahead of the scheduled start to enjoy the farm and chat with the instructor.
Ask questions and engage with the community
Use this hands-on opportunity to learn about traditional craftsmanship and rural life.
Bring your camera or phone for memories
Capture the process and scenic farm views during the tour and workshop.
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes
Suitable for crafting activities and farm walking.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself during outdoor activities and farm tours.
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Notebook and pen
Jot down techniques or notes about your leatherwork.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the workshop and farm walk.