Starlight & Vines — A Stargazing Affair at ridgemill estate

Immerse yourself in the beauty of ridgemill estate and a Granite Belt night sky during this 3 hour experience.

Swap stories and share in the awe of the universe around our cozy fire pit as our expert night sky specialist Bryan Middleton guides you through the fascinating tales of the cosmos. You’ll have the chance to observe star clusters, nebula and if 'the stars align' maybe even a planet or a galaxy or two!

Experience includes: Edutainment fire side | Talk about the night sky with Bryan Middleton | Use of telescope | Use of fire pit | Chairs | Marshmallows to toast | Hot chocolate

Available: Fridays or Saturdays  | 2 May — 30 August 2025

Duration: 5:00 — 8:00 PM | Allow 3 hours

Cost: $35 ADULTS | $10 KIDS 5yrs & above | INFANTS free

Optional upgrades: Luxe bites | Cheese boards | Grazing platters

Drinks available for purchase:  Award winning ridgemill estate wines | Cider | Beer & soft drinks

Note: This experience requires 5 persons minimum to run & a minimum of 48hrs notice prior the date of your experience to add Luxe bites to your booking.

What to expect:

Get ready for a captivating journey!

Settle in around a cosy fire and watch the sunset.

Arriving at 5pm, you’ll be welcomed into a relaxed atmosphere where you can settle in, enjoy introductions and connect with others joining you on the stargazing journey!
You’ll use this time to satisfy your appetite (food options available at the time of booking) sip wine and enjoy roasting marshmallows around the fire.

As we farewell sunset's last light and the day transitions to night, your guide Bryan Middleton takes the lead sharing insights into what’s happening in the sky at this time of year and what you can expect to see. Using a laser pointer, he will guide you through the sky, highlighting key stars and constellations. You’ll enjoy multiple opportunities to look through the telescope and be in awe at just how changeable the view of the sky is over the course of the night.

The evening will wrap up around 8:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to soak in the beauty of the stars before heading home.

What to Bring:

Dress warmly as the night can get chilly. This is an outdoor experience, so layers are recommended to ensure you stay comfortable throughout the event.

Optional Upgrades: (order when booking) 

Luxe bites

• Wagyu burger 'n' chips: Locally sourced freshly ground Wagyu beef patti grilled to perfection - no gluten free option available on this item (*Min 48hrs notice* required when adding this Luxe Bite to your booking)
• Toastie on sourdough: Pumpkin, sage fig & onion suits vegetarians & vegans (gluten free option available)  (*Min 48hrs notice* required when adding this Luxe Bite to your booking)

Cheese Boards

• Simply cheese: 2 cheeses, crackers, olives & condiments
• Gourmet cheese: 3 cheeses, crackers, deli meats, olives, condiments

Grazing Platter

• Estate grazing board: 4 cheeses including honey goats cheese, gourmet deli meats, olives, local relish + piccalilli, specialty crackers & ciabatta bread,dried fruit & nuts + fresh fruit

PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE or by PHONE: (07) 46 835 211

ridgemill estate | 218 Donges Road , Severnlea via Stanthorpe

PH: (07) 46 835 211

www.ridgemillestate.com