Neighbourhood: Hall

Posted on 16 May, 2019

Tucked into a quiet pocket of northern Canberra, Hall is often unfairly overlooked. 

But spend an hour – or as we recommend, a whole day – in this picturesque little outpost and you’ll find there’s a lot to love.

From boutique gifts to wine, art and even the perfect doughnut, there’s so much to eat, see and do in Hall – and all a stone’s throw from central Canberra.

Kynefin

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Kynefin (pronounced kin-ev-an) is Welsh for one’s habitat or a place where you feel comfortable and familiar. That’s exactly how you feel when you walk Kynefin in Hall. It’s warm and homely and nearly all the food is made in house by Geoff (the owner) including cakes, breads, jams and chutneys, chai and hot chocolate blends and more.

Before opening Kynefin, Geoff was well known on Canberra’s market circuit for his Bombolini Doughnuts. Which of course, you can now find at Kynefin!

British-influenced food Geoff makes nearly everything in-house, including his bombolini doughnuts, cakes, breads, jams and chutneys, chai and hot chocolate blends and more. You’ll also find local products being used and served at Kynefin – Red Brick Espresso, Three Mills Bakery, Capital Brewing Co and Captial Wines to name a few.

2-4 Victoria Street | Opening Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 7 – 4ish, Sunday 8 – 4ish (Kitchen closes at 2 o’clock each day) | kynefin.com.au | @kynefin

1882 Bar&Grill

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Once known as the Wood Duck Inn, 1882 Bar & Grill opened in early 2018 and is fast becoming Hall’s ‘local’. An extensive breakfast menu is available on weekends and a hearty lunch and dinner menu full of pasta, pizza, parmigiana, local beer and wines are on offer from during the week.

Offering a warm and modern look, it’s the perfect place to spend some relaxed time with family friends over a delicious meal.

13 Gladstone Street, Hall | Opening Hours: Tuesday – Friday 11.30 am – 10 pm, Saturday – Sunday 8 am – 11 pm | 1882barandgrill.com.au | @1882_bar_and_grill

Hops&Vine

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Located in the circa 1900 building that has had many uses in the past – dance hall, picture theatre, antique shop, Hops&Vine is now a unique wine and craft beer destination.

But it’s not all about the wine and beer, Hops&Vine also stocks a delicious range of local, gourmet food products. Need a gift hamper? These guys have all you need for any occasion.

Also hosting a range of fabulous events and workshops, Hops&Vine is all about bringing people together over great wine, beer, spirits and food.

6A Victoria Street, Hall | Opening hours: Wednesday to Saturday 11 am – 7 pm and Sunday 11 am – 5 pm | hopsandvine.com.au | @hopsandvinehall

Hall Village Post Office & Gift Store

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Not just a post office, the Hall Village Post Office and Gift Store is your one-stop shop. Offering post office boxes and postal services as well as a fabulous range of giftware – perfect for posting. You can also shop online at Beatrix & Bertram.

4 Victoria Street, Hall | Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 7.30 am – 5 pm | beatrixandbertram.com | @hallvillage_postoffice

Capital Wines 

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Capital Wines is a boutique Canberra District winery and vineyard owned and operated by Andrew and Marion McEwin.  The cellar door is located next door to 1882 Bar and Grill where you can taste the wines, share a cheese platter or experience epicurean tastings of matched wine and food.

Group tastings can be arranged (maximum 15 per group) so it’s the perfect place to catch up with friends over a glass of local wine.

13 Gladstone Street, Hall | Opening Hours: Thursday – Sunday 10.30 am – 5 pm | capitalwines.com.au |  @capitalwines

Kyeema Gallery

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The Kyeema Gallery operates in conjunction with Capital Wines Cellar Door and works perfectly for private tasting groups so you can enjoy our delicious wines surrounded by beautiful artworks.

A variety of exhibitions come through the gallery and are on display and generally run for 4-5 weeks.

13 Gladstone Street, Hall | Opening Hours: Thursday – Sunday 10.30 am – 5 pm | capitalwines.com.au/kyeema-gallery | @capitalwines 

Daughters at Hall

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Run by sisters Jenny and Jess – Daughters of Hall operates from the 126-year-old general store in the main street.

You’ll find good ol’fashioned charm with sweet treats made from family recipes. Jenny and Jess’ family has been part of Hall since the early 1800s when their great great great (great) Nana first fell in love with the region, and seven generations later, they are still part of the Hall community.

With a focus on locally farmed ingredients, beautiful family recipes and hearty home cooking, you’ll feel right at home at Daughters at Hall.

5 Victoria Street, Hall | Opening Hours: 6.30 am – 5.30 pm Monday to Friday  and 8 am – 4 pm Saturday and Sunday | halldaughters.com.au | @daughtersathall

Hall Markets

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The Hartley Hall Markets, organised by Hartley Lifecare, has been running since 1987 and are one of Australia’s largest home-made and homegrown goods markets.

Held at the Hall Village Showground, the markets have seen considerable growth since it’s establishment in 1987 and offers everything from fresh produce, plants, clothing, pottery, jewellery, baked goods and so much more.

You can also enjoy live music, BBQ’s and entertainment. It’s a fabulous day out for the family and entry is by gold coin donation with all proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare’s disability programs and services.

The Hartley Hall Markets are held from 10 am to 3 pm on the first Sunday of every month (except January) at the Hall Showgrounds | hartley.org.au

One Tree Hill Trail

Why not make a day of it and after you try all the wines and eat all the food head to one of Canberra’s most heavily used trails. Part of the Canberra Centenary Trail which is Canberra’s longest trail.

The trail starts in the back streets of Hall and ascends almost all the way from the start to the One Tree Hill summit at a slight but steady incline.

It takes approximately 2 hours return which includes a 20 minute stop over at the summit which has great seating for a break and panoramic views.

Location: Trailhead is at the corner of Hoskins and Hall Streets in Hall

Hall School Museum & Heritage Centre

The Hall School Museum opened its doors when the Hall Primary School was closed in 2006. The collection includes material pertaining to Hall-Ginninderra district history and heritage. Recently the centre has become the home for Canberra historian Lyall Gillespie’s extensive collection.

Run by a group of committed volunteers, the Museum is well worth a visit to learn all about what life was like being part of rural primary schooling in NSW during the first half of the twentieth century.

24-26 Victoria Street, Hall | Opening Hours: Every Thursday morning, 9 am – 12 pm, every Sunday afternoon from 12 pm – 4 pm and the 1st Sunday of the month (Hall Market Day) from 10 am – 4 pm | museum.hall.act.au

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