Behind our World Heritage-listed landscape is a rich and sometimes shadowy history which continues to lurk at certain sites. Paranormal Pete (aka Pete Clifford) from Blue Mountains Mystery Tours introduces us to the dark side of our region with myths, legends and ghost stories at colonial buildings and landmarks. Prepare to be overwhelmed as talk to Mr Teapot himself (aka Maurice Cooper OAM) about his collection of teapots and what you can expect at high tea at Bygone Beautys Treasured Teapot Museum & Tearooms, and learn how a crushing accident that ended a dream turned into a sliding door moment for Sam Carr and how he is geared to introduce you to the Blue Mountains – on two wheels.

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Blue Mountains Mystery Tours

P: 0418 416 403

E: mysterytours@bigpond.com

W: https://m.bluemountainsmysterytours.com.au/

For the past 21 years, Paranormal Pete (aka Pete Clifford) has educated and entertained guests on his ghost tours, yowie hunts, sky watch nights and mystery tours in and around the Blue Mountains.

Bygone Beautys Treasured Teapots & Tearooms, Grose St, Leura

P: 02 4784 3117

E: info@bygonebeautys.com.au

W: https://www.bygonebeautys.com.au/

Home to the world’s largest private collection of teawares, Bygone Beautys was established in 1992 and reflects and preserves the diversity of Australian tea-drinking culture. Wander through the museum and discover more than 5,500 teapots from around the world spanning five centuries. Relax in the tearooms and enjoy lunch or light refreshments, served with olde-worlde charm on fine bone china. Devonshire tea is the house specialty or indulge in the famous traditional high tea.

Blue Mountains Biking Adventures

P: 0432 699 212

E: info@bluemountainsbikes.com.au

W: https://www.bluemountainbikes.com.au/

Sam Carr creates adventures on two wheels for you through unique mountain bike self-guided hire service and fully guided mountain e-bike (electric) tours in the spectacular World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains.

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In this episode we learn about the burgeoning craft beverage industry in the Blue Mountains and where Australia's first Yulefest (Christmas in July) was - and still is - held. We also meet the author behind the best-selling Bella Greaves crime novels.

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Carrington Cellars & Deli, Parke St, Katoomba

P: 02 4782 0999

E: cellars@thecarrington.com.au

W: https://thecarrington.com.au/dine-drink/cellars/

A liquor & gourmet food providore, Carrington Cellars & Deli is housed in a former power station behind the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba.

Hotel Mountain Heritage, Apex St, Katoomba

P: 02 4782 2155

E: stay@mountainheritage.com.au

W: https://mountainheritage.com.au/

Hotel Mountain Heritage is one of the best-known grand hotels of the Blue Mountains - and the official Home of Yulefest.

Orphan Rock publishing

E: orphanrock1@gmail.com

W: https://orphanrock.com/

Orphan Rock is the exclusive online publisher of Michael Duffy's Bella Greaves series of crime novels. The books, which include the best-selling The Problem with Murder, are available for purchase HERE and in local stores in the Blue Mountains region.

To win a copy of Michael Duffy's latest book, simply email communications@bmtourism.com.au and tell us, in 25 words or less, your favourite Blue Mountains story. Be sure you include your name, age and contact phone number.

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In this episode we meet Colin Barker, renowned from his days at The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay, who has opened the new Megalong Restaurant in the Megalong Valley. We discover a famous name on the guestlist of the newly refurbished Victoria & Albert Guesthouse at Mt Victoria. And we go on a sound journey into ourselves in search of calm with the help of Azari da Roza from Akuna Retreats, one of our many local creatives and wellness guides.

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Megalong Restaurant at Lot 101, 3/7 Peachtree Rd, Megalong Valley

P: 02 4787 3999

E: restaurant@lot101.com.au

W: https://megalongrestaurant.com.au/

Megalong Restaurant proves that you don’t need to choose between wonderful food and a sustainable, productive environment. Across 600 hectares of native bushland and farmland, chef Colin Barker and his team grow vegetables and fruit, sheep, cattle, ducks and chicken - all served in the restaurant and at the popular Megalong Valley Tearooms nearby. You can even stay onsite at Werriberri Cottages.

Akuna Retreats

E: aimee@bzrproductions.com

W: https://www.akunaretreats.com/

Akuna Retreats brings yoga, sound journeys, women’s circles and ecstatic dance events to you at your accommodation, workplace or home.

Victoria & Albert Guesthouse, Station St, Mt Victoria

P: 0459 844 345

E: info@vaguesthouse.com

W: https://vaguesthouse.com/

The heritage well-known property is a blend of history and contemporary luxury in the heart of the village at the top of the Blue Mountains.

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In this episode, we discover how to explore the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains wilderness - inside. We learn what to expect from your waiter when dining out - and what NOT to do in a restaurant. And we get the inside goss on a brand new bushwalking trail, the Grand Cliff Top Walk.

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Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, Level 1, 30 Parke St, Katoomba

P: (02) 4780 5410

E: ccreception@bmcc.nsw.gov.au

W: https://bluemountainsculturalcentre.com.au/

Gallery & shop open:10am to 5pm weekdays, 10am to 4pm weekends, closed public holidays

Cafe open: 9.30am to 4pm weekdays, 10am to 3.30pm weekends, closed public holidays

Cost: $5.50 adults, $3.20 concession, Insight cardholders and children under-16 free

Blaq Restaurant at Kyah Hotel, Brightlands Ave, Blackheath

P: (02) 4787 8108

E: reservations@thekyah.com.au

W: https://www.thekyah.com.au/blaq

Breakfast served 7am to 10am seven days

Lunch served 12pm to 3pm Saturday & Sunday

Dinner served 5pm until late Wednesday to Sunday

Grand Cliff Top Walk

W: https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/topics/parks-reserves-and-protected-areas/park-management/community-engagement/walking-tracks-and-trails-in-national-parks/grand-cliff-top-walk

The Grand Cliff Top Walk is a scenic 20km, two-day walking experience in Blue Mountains National Park linking Wentworth Falls, Leura and Katoomba. It will span the entire escarpment, and walkers will be able to stop overnight in a mountain village and complete the track the following day. The Grand Cliff Top Walk is accessible from different locations, allowing walkers to tailor the length of their walk.

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What do you do if you come face-to-face with a snake while bushwalking? Where can you find some great food in the Blue Mountains? Where can you capture an incredible photo of autumn colours in the region? Listen to our local experts to find out.

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• Find more information about bush safety, navigation and adventure with Caro Ryan here: https://lotsafreshair.com/
• Book a table at Tempus Restaurant here: https://www.tempuskatoomba.com.au/
• Find photographer Gary Hayes' Blue Mountains photo hotspots page here: https://garyphayes.photography/garys-photo-guide/

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You’ve heard about the Three Sisters.

But what about the spots and stories only locals know about the Blue Mountains?

Visit the Blue Mountains is produced by Blue Mountains Tourism, the official tourism organisation for the Blue Mountains region of NSW Australia.

We bring the region’s deepest secrets to the surface – with interviews, news and tips for your next trip.

After all, the best way to hear about the Blue Mountains, is to hear it for yourself.

SHOW NOTES:

• Book a ticket on the hop-on/hop-off Blue Mountains Explorer Bus here: https://www.explorerbus.com.au/
• Read more about Gundungurra man David King (Dingo Darbo) here: https://www.visitbluemountains.com.au/travel/entry/welcome-to-gundungurra-country
• Follow PlateUp Blue Mountains on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/plateupbluemountains/

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