An unforgettable blend of wine, art and scenic beauty
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WINE. ART GALLERY. VENUE HIRE
A Beautiful Place to Spend the Day enjoying our Wines and Original Art.
Discover handcrafted Adelaide Hills wines and original artwork at Magpie Springs — a unique Cellar Door, Art Gallery, and vineyard experience on the Fleurieu Peninsula, just 7 minutes from Willunga and 12 minutes from McLaren Vale.
Tucked away at 1870 Brookman Road, Willunga Hill, Magpie Springs offers a relaxed country atmosphere surrounded by sprawling vineyards, spacious gardens, and rustic character-filled buildings.
Come for a tasting, stay to wander the gardens, explore exhibitions by South Australian artist Avril Thomas, and enjoy a glass of wine at your leisure.
Wine Tasting: Sample boutique wines made onsite from our historic vineyard.
Art Gallery: View original drawings, paintings, and sculpture exhibitions.
Garden and Vineyard: Stroll through the beautiful, natural surroundings.
Venue Hire: Host intimate weddings, private functions, or creative events in a breathtaking rural setting.
Buy your favourite wines to enjoy at home through our Magpie Springs Wine Bottle Shop onsite, or explore our Magpie Springs Online Gift Shop on Redbubble — featuring original art, gifts, and homewares inspired by the vineyard, created by resident artist Avril Thomas.
With our online shop if you can’t visit in person, you can still enjoy a piece of Magpie Springs wherever you are.
Magpie Springs Winery, Cellar Door, Art Gallery, and Vineyard – A True Adelaide Hills Experience
Taste, Relax, Explore – the Magpie Springs Experience
Enjoy a memorable visit to Magpie Springs, a boutique winery and original art gallery nestled in the Adelaide Hills Wine Region.
Drop in for an impromptu wine tasting or enjoy a glass of our estate-grown wine in the relaxing garden, under the veranda, or by the fire on chilly days. Our wines are nurtured organically on site and available exclusively at our Cellar Door.
Looking for something special?
Book ahead for our Wine Tasting Experience — For a more leisurely visit, pre-book our Wine Tasting Experience (11 am – 3 pm). Enjoy a full tasting, a glass of your favourite wine, and a freshly prepared platter designed for two people. Cost: $75 for 2 people, or $150 for 4 people. Bookings essential – please phone us on (08) 8556 7351.
After your tasting, wander through our Art Gallery, featuring original works by South Australian artist Avril Thomas.
Many visitors also choose to take the experience home — browse and purchase wines onsite and unique gifts online Magpie Springs Online Gift Shop on Redbubble.
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Magpie Springs – A Unique Adelaide Hills Venue for Hire
Looking for a beautiful country-style venue near Willunga and McLaren Vale?
Magpie Springs offers a range of stunning spaces for weddings, celebrations, and special events — with a relaxed, rustic charm.
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Our spacious gardens surrounded by vineyards — perfect for large gatherings (we’ve hosted 250+ guests!)
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The rustic pergola area — ideal for intimate outdoor events with partial shelter
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Intimate indoor celebrations in the Cellar Door and Art Gallery (up to 40 people, heated in winter)
We offer dry hire only — giving you the flexibility to create a day that's uniquely yours. Please note:
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DIY styling and catering are welcome, but Magpie Springs wines must be part of your event.
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Outdoor events are weather dependent. Marquees can be set up on the grounds if needed.
Bookings for site visits are essential.
We meet with you onsite to explain how events are held, how the venue hire works, and how to book your special day.
📞 Contact us to arrange a visit and see how Magpie Springs could be the perfect setting for your celebration. Call 85567351 to book Site Visit
We’re located in the Adelaide Hills Wine Region on the Fleurieu Peninsula — just minutes from Willunga and McLaren Vale.
Art and Inspiration at Magpie Springs
Art and Inspiration at Magpie Springs
Step into the world of Adelaide artist Avril Thomas at the Magpie Springs Art Gallery — where art and nature blend in the heart of the Adelaide Hills Wine Region.
Avril’s original painted and drawn works focuses on portraiture, figurative, and landscape painting in a tonal realism style. Her paintings and drawings have been finalists in prestigious competitions including the Archibald Prize, and she has won international art competitions.
Her works are held in corporate and private collections across Australia, Hong Kong, and the USA.
Today, visitors can view Avril's work exclusively at Magpie Springs, with a rotating selection of original pieces in the gallery alongside our Cellar Door — offering a unique experience pairing fine art with fine wine.
🌟 To enhance your Magpie Springs Art Gallery/Cellar Door visit, view this You Tube video by Art in Adelaide — an interview with Avril Thomas filmed in the gallery, talking about art.
🎨 Paint and Sip Classes
Held every second Thursday (11:30 am – 2:30 pm) by Creative Beginnings, these beginner-friendly sessions include all materials and a glass of wine. It's a relaxing, social art experience, perfect for individuals or small groups.
Private Paint & Sip parties can also be arranged in the evening or outdoors by contacting Creative Beginnings directly.
🌿 Plein Air Thursdays — A Day Just for Artists
Love painting outdoors? Plein Air painting is the art of creating directly in nature.
On Thursdays, Magpie Springs is open exclusively for creatives — no general public onsite — offering a peaceful, inspiring space. Bring your easel and spend the day painting, drawing or photographing from 11 am – 4 pm ($10pp).
Local art groups are warmly invited to come and enjoy the beauty and space of the vineyard and gardens.
🛍️ Art Prints and Gifts Online
If you can't visit in person, Avril’s artwork is available on a range of beautiful products via our
Magpie Springs Online Gift Shop on Redbubble
and her personal collection at
AvrilThomasArt on Redbubble.
Explore the designs, choose the artwork you like, then discover these art prints on homewares, clothing, wall art and and more.
Whether you’re admiring Avril’s original works, joining an art class, or creating your own masterpiece, Magpie Springs offers a unique experience where fine art and fine wine come together.
