Lismore Showground (CG)

The Lismore Showground is a pet friendly showground ideal for campers and caravanners.  They have a number of powered and unpowered sites to choose from all around the Showground.  Each Saturday they host the local Farmers Markets and each Tuesday the local Organics Market.  The Showground is located just four minutes’ drive to Lismore’s CBD or the Lismore Square, the Showground is the perfect venue to unwind in scenic and quiet surrounds.

HOW TO GET THERE
Lismore is best accessed from the Pacific Highway by taking the Ballina exit from North or South bound and is only 30km  Follow the Bruxner Highway (B60) into Lismore and at Molesworth Street turn right (before crossing the river), follow this over thr river into Winterton Parade then third left into Alexandra Parade.  The Showground entrance is on the right after passing under the low railway bridge (see below).

SITE ACCESS
For vehicles that require a height clearance of over 3.5m, please use an alternate entrance to the grounds. Turn off Alexandra Parade onto Bridge Street. At the first roundabout, turn right onto Terania Street until you reach Tweed Street. Turn right onto Tweed Street and right again onto Alexandra Parade. The Showgrounds will be ahead on the left.

FEES & BOOKINGS
Bookings are not required however it pays to check if the grounds are open as they hold several annual events including;
The annual show in October, The Gem Fest each May and the Tropical Fruits Festival for New Years.  The Grounds are sometimes also closed for other major events.

To inquire or book a site please phone the Lismore Showground office. On arrival at the Showgrounds, please report to the office.

Flat rate price of $20 per van per night.

THINGS TO DO
Lismore is an extraordinary place – a place of amazing cultural diversity and creativity in a truly beautiful natural environment. The city and the rolling green hills that surround it are alive with a creative spirit reflecting our relaxed lifestyles and the beauty and majesty of our natural landscape.

Absolute musts are:
Catch one of NORPA’s (Northern Rivers Performing Arts) quality live performances
Check out the Lismore Regional Gallery
Explore the many galleries & studios dotted throughout the region
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Nightcap National Park
Stroll through the local markets, sampling local produce & colourful crafts
Take a scenic drive through the green hills & acres of macadamias & coffee
Check out the colours and characters of the world famous Nimbin
See a live theatrical performance
Sample the local fare in a city café or restaurant
Visit one of our fabulous parks & gardens, kids love Heritage Park!
Indulge in a little retail therapy – lismore style
Picnic, bbq or take a hike in a World Heritage rainforest

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