Meet Your Farmers at Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley

Meet Belinda

Donkey Mum | Flower Farm Paparazzi | Your Flower Picking Host .

Belinda is the heart behind Cedar Creek Farm. With an ADHD mind that is always dreaming, creating, and finding new ways to bring ideas to life, she approaches each day with energy, determination, and a deep love for people.

Farming runs deep in Belinda's roots. Her mother's family were orchard growers in the Netherlands and potato farmers in the south of the United Kingdom, while her father's family were labourers in Ireland. Hard work, resilience, and a connection to the land have been passed down through generations.

Growing up on Goonoo Goonoo Station and Mollee in North West NSW, Belinda spent her childhood immersed in the freedom of outdoor play. She fondly remembers watching her dad work on the farms and learning from an early age the value of hard work, community, and caring for the land.

Her "get it done" attitude is balanced by a kind heart and a genuine desire to make everyone feel welcome. Whether she's planting flowers, caring for animals, creating new experiences, or sharing stories around the farm, Belinda believes in creating a space where people can slow down, connect, and feel accepted exactly as they are.

For Belinda, Cedar Creek Farm is more than a flower farm—it's a place of belonging. A place where people can reconnect with nature, embrace life's simple joys, and leave feeling a little more grounded than when they arrived.

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With my mum Julie outside our gardener’s shed.

All about Ryan

Ryan shares Belinda's vision for Cedar Creek Farm and has played a significant role in bringing that vision to life. Creative by nature, he can build just about anything he sets his mind to, transforming ideas into beautiful, functional spaces.

Using reclaimed timber from the old sawmill, Ryan has lovingly crafted many of the features that give the farm its nostalgic charm and sense of history. His work honours the stories of those who came before us while creating spaces for new memories to be made.

Down-to-earth and easy-going, Ryan is deeply family-oriented and has a natural way of making people feel at home. Whether he's building, creating, or lending a helping hand, his quiet dedication and craftsmanship can be found in every corner of the farm.

Together, Ryan and Belinda have created a place where connection, community, and the beauty of simple living are woven into the fabric of everyday life.

Ryan carries a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the outdoors, with over 27 years of experience across the horticulture and landscape industries.

Over the years, Ryan has been recognised with multiple garden awards, and his work includes landmark projects that have truly stood the test of time.

His success has always come from doing things properly — with care, integrity, and pride. He’s someone who is always willing to learn, adapt, and evolve in today’s ever-changing world.

Ryan’s love for flowers and gardens began in childhood. His mum, Barbara, was a well-known florist in her day, and his dad, Cliff — a retired professional fireman and lifelong gardener — passed down a deep respect for hard work and the land.

Farm life is second nature to Ryan. He has a lifelong love of animals and has shown, ridden, and even driven donkeys — both for fun and competitively. He was once president of a local carriage driving club, something I still smile about, amazed that someone my own age was out there driving carriages.

Above all else, Ryan loves seeing people enjoy Cedar Creek Farm and watching our children grow up on the land. His heart is in this place, and in the life we are building together.

Ryan building the sheep & donkey paddock.

Our Farm

Cedar Creek Farm Hunter Valley is a Care Farm nestled on the floor of the beautiful Wollombi Valley.

What began as a simple idea—planting fruit trees and growing vegetables to feed our family and reconnect with where our food came from—slowly grew into something much more. Along the way, we discovered the joy and peace that flowers brought into our lives. Working with the land, spending time outdoors, and watching things grow inspired us to create a place where others could experience that same sense of calm and connection.

When we first arrived, the farm was simply a house surrounded by weathered buildings and remnants of its past. With a vision for what it could become, we lovingly restored and repurposed materials found around the property, bringing new life to old spaces. Today, the former market garden is once again thriving, now home to our flower-picking field and market garden.

Our farm is a welcoming space where you can come alone or with friends to slow down, reconnect, and step away from the pressures of everyday life.

Through hands-on experiences with flowers, animals, and nature, we invite our guests to unwind, be present, and experience the simple joys of farm life. Our flower-picking field blooms from spring through late autumn, offering a tapestry of vibrant and pastel colours that encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection.

Care farming is recognised around the world as a meaningful way to support wellbeing. It offers people a place of peace, learning, belonging, and togetherness. Through purposeful activities and connection with nature, individuals can build confidence, resilience, and a greater sense of wellbeing.

At Cedar Creek Farm, we believe there is something powerful in slowing down. Whether you're picking flowers, spending time with animals, sharing stories around the farm, or simply enjoying the beauty of the landscape, we hope you leave feeling refreshed, connected, and inspired.

There is something truly special in watching families, friends, and visitors experience the farm—seeing the joy, stillness, and sense of belonging it brings. It is a feeling we hold close, and one we are grateful to share.

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