Wakefield
The lovely little village of Wakefield is 30 minutes’ drive (25 km south west) south of Nelson.
It is a delightful rural enclave in the Tasman region. Wakefield is central to the Tasman region's three stunning national parks - Nelson Lakes, Kahurangi and the Abel Tasman.
Wakefield has a wonderful sense of history. Wakefield Primary School is New Zealand's oldest school and has been in continuous use since 1843. The picturesque St John's Church, built in 1864, is New Zealand's second oldest surviving church. more
With a pleasant village atmosphere, Wakefield is self-sufficient with its own small supermarket, cafes, tearooms, pharmacy, hairdressers, doctors' surgery, vets, community library, toy library, a hotel, farm stores and even a police station. The region is packed with museums, art and craft galleries, vineyards and outdoor pursuit facilities.
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CYCLE JOURNEYS Great Taste Trail - Nelson
CYCLE JOURNEYS Great Taste Trail - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Our Great Taste Trail loop allows you to experience the extraordinary diversity of what this stunning region has to offer, all while sampling the local produce and warm hospitality. Cycle Journeys is your local tour operator supporting you with a one-step service, so you can create memories without the worries.
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- +64 3 377 2060
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- 0800 224 475 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3 Benmore Place, Twizel, New Zealand
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GENTLE CYCLING COMPANY - Nelson
GENTLE CYCLING COMPANY - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Cycle the Great Taste Cycle Trail in Nelson, New Zealand with The Gentle Cycling Company. Self-guided rides for lovers of food, art & beautiful landscapes. Single day wine or craft beer rides, multi day rides in stunning rural landscapes include routes to Kaiteriteri, gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park.
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- +64 3 929 5652
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- 0800 932 453 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 411 Nayland Rd, Stoke, Nelson, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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KAITUNA CASCADES - Rotorua
KAITUNA CASCADES - Rotorua
The Original Kaituna Rafting Company are locally owned and operate on the Kaituna, Wairoa and Rangitaiki Rivers in the Bay of Plenty, close to Rotorua. Handpicked, skilled professional guides from extreme adventurous white-water backgrounds guide singles, groups or corporate functions. Relax with the hot pool combo, Okere Falls walking trails or Volleyball. Transport included.
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- +64 7 345 4199
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- +64 27 276 5457
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- 0800 524 8862 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 18 Okere Falls Road, Okere Falls, Rotorua, New Zealand
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QUINNEY'S BUSH CAMP - Nelson
QUINNEY'S BUSH CAMP - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Popular, back-to-basics accommodation adventure camp set in spacious grounds of 10 hectares, native trees and safe river swimming with raft and slide. Communal kitchen with microwave, communal toilets and showers, laundry, dump station. Hammocks, flying foxes, waterslide, eel feeding, amusements, confidence course, skatepark, BMX track, BBQs, campfires, shop for basic camping supplies. Power and non-power sites, standard cabins, on-site caravans.
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- +64 3 522 4249
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- Motupiko, State Highway 6, RD2, Nelson, New Zealand
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REDSTONE GOLF PARK AND ARMAGEDDON PAINTBALL - Nelson
REDSTONE GOLF PARK AND ARMAGEDDON PAINTBALL - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Only 30 minutes from Nelson, come and play paintball in our apocalyptic themed City of Purgatory or golf or discgolf on a flat 9 hole country course with challenging water features. Celebrate your games with a cold one at our licenced cafe afterwards. All gear provided. Stag, corporate, school, family and casual groups welcome.
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- +643 541 8452
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- +64 27 448 9367
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- 334 Wai-iti Valley Road, Wakefield, Nelson, New Zealand
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Opera Festival
4 days of opera related events. Music by Mozart, Gounod, Puccini, Strauss, Verdi, Mascagni and others. Ravishingly beautiful orchestral music, exhilarating chorus music and a selection of arias and duets that draw us ...
Where: Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 48 Nile St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 12:30pm on Thursday 2nd May 2024
To: 5:30pm on Sunday 5th May 2024
Interbeing
Exhibition of paintings by Dana Rose and installation by Dominique de Borrekens in the Suter Art Society's McKee Gallery located within the Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatu.
Where: NSAS McKee Gallery, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: The Suter Art Gallery - 208 Bridge St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 2:00pm on Monday 15th April 2024
To: 4:30pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
Dru Yoga Classes With Fiona
Strengthen, Relax, Calm and Connect to your Centre! Perfect for all ages, states of health and levels of fitness. Breath led classes with flowing movements, postures and sequences, proven to ease physical discomfort ...
Where: Saxton Netball Pavillion, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 142 Saxtons Road, Stoke, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 1st February 2024
To: 7:30pm on Thursday 4th July 2024
Dumont D’Urville – The Scientist, Botanist and Geographer
This event follows a series proposed by the Alliance Francaise Nelson Tasman and started from a Tuku 21 event on the French history around the Top of the South. This year, Michael Lee (author of Navigateurs et ...
Where: Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 322 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Friday 3rd May 2024
To: 8:30pm on Friday 3rd May 2024
Dru Yoga Classes With Fiona
Strengthen, Relax, Calm and Connect to your Centre! Perfect for all ages, states of health and levels of fitness. Breath led flowing movements, postures and sequences, proven to ease physical discomfort & relieve ...
Where: Saxton Netball Pavillion, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 142 Saxtons Road, Stoke, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 10:00am on Friday 16th February 2024
To: 11:30am on Friday 5th July 2024
Lest We Forget: A Celebration of the ANZAC Spirit
NBS Nelson City Brass presents a special tribute to the ANZAC Spirit through a range of wonderful music under the baton of Nigel E. Weeks. Brass Bands have long been associated with the armed forces and military ...
Where: Nelson Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: Trafalgar Square, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
Organ Bandits
The Organ Bandits consist of WAZ (Warren) on drums and BAZ (Barry) on Hammond Organ. Inspired by such artists as Al Green, James Brown, Jimmy Smith, Blues Brothers, Booker T & the MG's and Richard Groove Holmes the ...
Where: Two Thumb Brewing Co., Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 32c New Street, Nelson, 7010, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
Experiencing China in Whakatū
Join us for an immersive journey into the heart of Chinese culture. This vibrant event promises an unforgettable cultural experience for all. Feel the pulse of China as the festival invites you to participate and engage ...
Where: Victory Community Centre, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: Totara St, Nelson South, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 11:00am on Saturday 4th May 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
Centre for Fine Woodworking Open Day
The only woodworking school in New Zealand that opens their doors to the public. Come and see steam bending and sharpening demonstrations and check out the exciting short course programme. Koha. No bookings required. ...
Where: Centre for Fine Woodworking, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 465 Wakapuaka Rd, Wakapuaka, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 10:30am on Saturday 4th May 2024
To: 2:30pm on Saturday 4th May 2024
Stitch and Chat With Nelson Embroiderers' Guild
$3 per half day. No bookings required. Have you ever wanted to try your hand at needlework? Join the Nelson Embroiderers' Guild for a day of stitch and chat. Whether you are a beginner, pro or rekindling your love ...
Where: Broadgreen House, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 276 Nayland Rd, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 10:30am on Tuesday 26th March 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 4th May 2024