New England Mountain Bikers (NEMTB), in association with University of New England and Armidale Regional Council, successfully hosted the 2018 National XCO Mountain Bike Championships. The club has also run the enduro ‘12 Hours in the Piney’ event for the last five years.

New England’s national parks boast an extensive wilderness with over 500 kilometres of wild and scenic rivers. Discover a unique natural playground home to some of Australia’s most loved exotic flora and fauna.

The Armidale region boasts spectacular waterfalls, gorges, world-heritage national parks, cool-climate vineyards and a fascinating and diverse cultural heritage. Canyoning, mountain biking, birdwatching, trout fishing and other outdoor adventures take on an exciting new dimension up high. And you’ll be delighted all over again when you come inside to discover our galleries, museums, fine food and wine. 

Even when you’re not riding, there’s lots to do. Armidale has a lively appreciation of the arts; The New England Conservatorium, New England Regional Art Museum, Hoskins Centre, Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place, the University and a talented crowd of musicians and artists will inspire. Then sample some of the region’s fine food and wine and experience our boutique shopping.

There are four national parks, each with extraordinary natural attractions, all within an hour’s drive from the city centre. There’s a monumental tumble of giant granite boulders to climb in the Cathedral Rock National Park. Along the aptly named Waterfall Way, you can admire majestic waterfalls and explore World Heritage National Parks.