Ashburton
Ashburton is a large town located a short drive from Christchurch and is situated in the heart of the Canterbury Plains. Ashburton is the hub of the Mid Canterbury's, combining city facilities and vibrancy with smaller town friendliness. You’ll enjoy a nationally recongised art gallery and aviation museum and a relaxing laid-back country atomsphere.
Lake Hood, on the outskirts of Ashburton is a paradise for water enthusiasts, with a wide range of activities including swimming to yachting, boating and waterskiing as well as a range of accommodation in Ashburton. Enjoy coffee or dining at the lakefront restaurant and watch the world go by. more
Top class sporting facilities cater for all codes and include an international-standard hockey pitch, superb tennis courts and challenging golf courses.
The annual Wheels Week in May showcases many heritage attractions that can also be visited year round. Including the Ashburton Vintage Car Museum, the Plains Railway and Historical Village and the Ashburton Aviation Museum.
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ALFORD COTTAGE - RED COTTAGES - Staveley, South Island
ALFORD COTTAGE - RED COTTAGES - Staveley, South Island
Take a break from the hustle and bustle and escape to Red Cottage in Staveley. Enjoy romantic evenings with open fires, candle light and the warm wooden ambience of this restored historical cottage. Watch the sun set over the surrounding mountains while enjoying local produce and fine wine, after a day of exploring this wonderful area.
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- +64 3 303 0970
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- 4323 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road, Staveley, RD1 Ashburton 7771, New Zealand
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Ashburton Aviation Museum - Canterbury
Ashburton Aviation Museum - Canterbury
Pictured is one of our star attractions, the Harrier 'jump jet'. Ashburton has a strong aviation history, being a training base in World War 2. We have a super-hanger and more than 20 aircraft on display. We're well worth a visit. Get up close and personal with Skyhawk, Tiger Moth, DC3, Flying Flea, Vampire, Meteor, Harvard, De Havilland.
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- +64 3 308 6408
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- 393 Seafield Road, Elgin 7777, Ashburton, New Zealand
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KIA ORA CAMPERS - South Island, NZ
KIA ORA CAMPERS - South Island, NZ
Mobile-friendly - Situated in the central South Island of New Zealand, Kia Ora Campers offer self-drive, fully-equipped two, four and six-berth motorhomes. Ideal base for exploring the stunning South Island high country lakes, and Mount Cook region. All campervans have hot and cold pressurized water, heater, gas cooker, microwave, fridge, toilet, shower, pillows and towels. Bedding available on request.
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SKYDIVING KIWIS - South Island
SKYDIVING KIWIS - South Island
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Skydiving Kiwis, the newest and by far coolest New Zealand tandem skydiving experience. Located only one and a half hours south of Christchurch, a perfect day trip to South Canterbury awaits you... Established in June 2011 by a small group of highly skilled and extremely passionate 'kiwi' skydivers, collectively boasting over 20 years industry experience between them!
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- +64 22 101 1404
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- 0800 359 549 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Ashburton Aerodrome, Seafield Road, Ashburton, New Zealand
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Recently awarded the prestigious "Award of Garden Excellence" by the Canterbury Horticultural Society, Trotts Gardens has outstanding horticultural value in plant cultivation, construction, and maintenance.
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The Extravaganza Fair Summer Tour
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 8 of New Zealand's largest and most fabulous travelling festival/fair! The Extravaganza Fair! Summer Tour 2022 - 2023 The Extravaganza Fair is a community-centred ...
Where: Ashburton Domain, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 20th November 2022
Ashton Family Circus & Dylan Daisy's Magic Show
The Ashton Family Circus are a family of five bringing a fast-paced, humorous family show with a message to Aotearoa. Grassroots entertainment for everyone of all ages to enjoy, here at The Extravaganza ...
Where: Ashburton Domain, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 20th November 2022
Jeremy Penguin at The Extravaganza Fair
Jeremy Penguin is the performance character of Jeremy Ansley, a fantastic Kiwi comedy Juggler and MC. With 20 years experience around the world in many different situations, Jeremy provides a high level comedy ...
Where: Ashburton Domain, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 20th November 2022
Frank Ramirez at The Extravaganza Fair
Playing all throughout the day on our beautiful Extravaganza Fair Main Stage - with guest appearances also from Ashton Family Circus, Miss Dylan Daisy's Magic Show, Jeremy Penguin & guest musicians. Frank ...
Where: Ashburton Domain, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 20th November 2022
Dancing Queen: A Tribute to ABBA
It’s time to secure your seats to the ABBA show everyone loves and adores! The world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand! Far from being ‘just another cover band’, Dancing Queen: A Tribute ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 8:00pm on Thursday 1st December 2022
To: 10:30pm on Thursday 1st December 2022
A Celtic Christmas
“Jingle Jigs, Reels a Treat.” Ken Longworth – The Newcastle Herald After breaking touring records in 2019 and following a further sell-out tour of Australia in 2021 with A Taste of Ireland, the all-singing, ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 3rd December 2022
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 3rd December 2022
World of Musicals
Following a sell out national tour in Australia, the World of Musicals in concert is thrilled to be debuting in New Zealand for the first time this Christmas. This highly-anticipated show features a world class ensemble ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Monday 12th December 2022
To: 9:45pm on Monday 12th December 2022
South Island Motorhome Show
Buy, sell, or view campervans, caravans, RVs, motorhomes, services and equipment, or just enjoy the atmosphere at our February 2023 show at the Ashburton A&P Showgrounds. Commercial and private sellers, camping ...
Where: Ashburton A&P Showgrounds, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Brucefield Rd, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 11th February 2023
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 12th February 2023
Ice Skate Tour
Be prepared for a cool but not cold Disco Ice Skating experience. The Ice Skate Tour travels around New Zealand with state of the art, artificial ice rinks. They look like ice and have 97% same gliding capacity as ...
Where: Tinwald School, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 131 Thomson Street, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 4:00pm on Monday 20th March 2023
To: 8:00pm on Monday 20th March 2023
New Zealand Federation of Meccano Modellers Exhibition
New Zealand Federation of Meccano Modellers’ “Model displays and activities for all ages”. The Christchurch Meccano Club are hosting the 2023 National Meccano Exhibition over Anzac weekend of 2023. Meccano ...
Where: Tinwald War Memorial Hall, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Cnr Graham & McMurdo Sts, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:00am on Saturday 22nd April 2023
To: 5:00pm on Monday 24th April 2023