Blayney is situated in picturesque country south west of Bathurst. The town prospered during the 1950's and 1860's with the discovery of gold.

Blayney has three motels, a caravan park and a number of hotels and bed and breakfast establishments in the immediate area, Blayney makes an ideal base to explore Heritage Country and experience the ambience of some of the historical buildings and homestaeds of the region.

There is no shortage of places to eat in Blayney ranging from takeaway outlets to hotels, coffee shops, clubs and restaurants.