Abbey on Main

Opposite the Huon River, in the centre of Franklin, sits Cinnamon and Cherry Cafe, a Turkish inspired coffee shop and bakery. Serving freshly baked bread and pastries, sweet and savoury. A variety of fruits, nuts, vegetables and herbs are grown on-site, create the dips, salads, pickles, preserves and treats. Saturday breakfast menu includes Turkish inspired poached, scrambled or baked eggs. Turkish Kahve, smooth Sahlep (dried orchid root latte), Ihlamur (linden flower and cinnamon) or fruity fizzy Gazoz all add to the Turkish flavours. Cinnamon and Cherry offers a light and spacious dine in experience or the complete menu is available for takeaway to enjoy by the river. There is also a large variety of vegan and gluten-free options

The Franklin Palais Theatre (circa 1911) is available for hire for a variety of public or private functions. Over the past 80 years weddings, memorials, grand balls, flower shows, concerts, themed events and even boat building and roller skating have been held in the Franklin Palais Theatre. There are a number of areas/rooms that can be hired at the Franklin Palais Theatre. These include the Main Hall, the Mezzanine, the Supper Room and the Nonie Carr Room. The Franklin Palais Theatre has an excellent digital projector, sound system and radio microphones plus other data equipment for hire that will enhance your event. There is also a selection of glassware (suitable for 150 persons), crockery and urns that are available for hire and we have extra chairs if required. Regular events that are held at the Franklin Palais Theatre include Classic Movie nights, the Franklin Palais Collective, the Franklin Market, Franklin Folk Club, the Little Boat Choir and the yearly Palais Giant Garage Sale!

Kayak the tranquil waters of the Huon River. Available as a morning or sunset tour you travel at a gentle pace around beautiful Egg Island. Relax and enjoy some of the best scenery the Huon Valley has to offer. Morning/afternoon tea provided.