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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AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
Scenic flights over the South Island's spectacular Southern Alps. Our high wing Cessna seats five and provides fantastic viewing and photo opportunities. Enjoy unimpeded views as you fly through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Scenic routes include Mt Cook & West Coast Glaciers and the Rangitata Headwaters. Airport transfers from Christchurch to Queenstown or anywhere in between.
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- +64 3 696 3848
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- +64 27 473 2581
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- 372 Rangitata Terrace Road, Ashburton, New Zealand
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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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- +64274334802
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- 393 Seafield Road, Elgin 7777, Ashburton, New Zealand
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COMMODORE MOTOR LODGE - Ashburton
COMMODORE MOTOR LODGE - Ashburton
Mobile-friendly - Warm, affordable accommodation with excellent facilities. Peaceful garden setting. Fully equipped kitchens, microwave, phone, Sky TV, hairdryer, electric blankets, heating and wireless Internet. Guest laundry. Cooked and continental breakfast. Off-street and bus parking. Close to restaurants and shops. Easy access to fishing, skiing and some of New Zealand's recreational and scenic areas.
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- +64 3 308 8050
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- 0800 108 006 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 814-816 East Street, Netherby, Ashburton, New Zealand
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HOTEL ASHBURTON - Ashburton
HOTEL ASHBURTON - Ashburton
Mobile-friendly - The best country hotel accommodation and conference centre in New Zealand. Ashburton is only a one-hour drive to Mount Hutt or one hour south of Christchurch. All rooms ground floor. Excellent restaurant on site. Several conference rooms ideal for all types of events including weddings, seminars, promotions and reunions.
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- +64 3 307 8887
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- 0800 330 880 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 11-35 Racecourse Road, Winchmore, Ashburton, Canterbury, 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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- +64 3 688 1388
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- +64 21 176 4079
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- 560 Landsborough Road, Claremont, New Zealand
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METHVEN TRAVEL - Methven
METHVEN TRAVEL - Methven
Mobile-friendly - Methven Travel provides tours and transport services that include full ski packages, farm & golf tours, plus custom charters. Regular shuttle services from Christchurch to Methven and return, operate three times daily during the Mt Hutt Ski Season and four times weekly for the remainder of year. The official Ski Bus transport service from Christchurch to Mount Hutt Ski Area.
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- +64 3 302 8106
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- 0800 684 888 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 160 Main Street, Methven, New Zealand
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REVIVE ON OAKVIEW - Mid Canterbury
REVIVE ON OAKVIEW - Mid Canterbury
Revive on Oakview is located 15mins from Ashburton and is the perfect place to switch off and de-stress in a private setting. Come relax in one of our accommodation options - The Oakview Suite or The Garden Studio. Relax in your private wood-fired hot tub and enjoy a home-cooked breakfast in the seclusion of your own personal retreat.
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- +64 3 302 6799
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- +64 27 678 8230
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- 707 Long Beach Road, Willowby, New Zealand
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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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Ashburton Society of Arts Annual Exhibition
Now in its 54th year this popular annual awards exhibition by the Ashburton Society of Arts features over 400 artworks from local, national and guest artists in a variety of categories. Ashburton Society of Arts ...
Where: Ashburton Art Gallery and Heritage Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 327 West St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:00am on Saturday 7th July 2018
To: 4:00pm on Friday 27th July 2018
Snapdash! - Janna van Hasselt and Harley Peddie
This site-specific exhibition by Christchurch-based duo Janna van Hasselt and Harley Peddie transforms the Carr Family Gallery into a space where two and three dimensions collide. This playful exhibition combines ...
Where: Ashburton Art Gallery and Heritage Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 327 West St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:00am on Saturday 7th July 2018
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 18th August 2018
Seed – Arts on Tour NZ – Open Hat Night
IVF isn’t fool proof and IUDs aren’t failsafe. I-Phones come with ovulation apps and being married doesn’t mean you have to breed. Seed follows four women as they try to get pregnant, stay pregnant or become ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Sunday 22nd July 2018
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 22nd July 2018
Join Us At Our Pop Up Open Day
The Blind Foundation is pleased to present a ‘pop up’ open day in Ashburton. We welcome you to come by to find out more about what the Blind Foundation does, and how it can support people in the area. There will ...
Where: The Plains Vintage Railway & Museum, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Tinwald Domain, Maronan Rd, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 11:00am on Thursday 26th July 2018
To: 2:00pm on Thursday 26th July 2018
The Mayfield Monthly Market
A quintessential Country Market which operates indoors in a charming, cosy country hall during the winter months. Our Monthly Market is held on the last Sunday of May, June, July and August from 10am to 2:30pm. We ...
Where: Mayfield Memorial Hall, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: State Highway 72, ashburton, new zealand, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:00am on Sunday 27th May 2018
To: 2:30pm on Sunday 26th August 2018
Bootleg Beach Boys
Fresh from their sold out world tour including Australia, France, London and Holland (to name a few) The Bootleg Beach Boys today announce a 20-venue tour of New Zealand this July and August. A fully costumed show ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 8:00pm on Saturday 4th August 2018
To: 10:30pm on Saturday 4th August 2018
South Island Half Marathon
Half Marathon (21km) - Run - Hybrid - Walk 1/6th Marathon (7km) - Run - Walk - Kidz Dash (1.5km) 7 - 13 year olds. The South Island Half Marathon is being held on Sunday 5th of August 2018 at Lake Hood ...
Where: Lake Hood, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Huntington Park, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Sunday 5th August 2018
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 5th August 2018
Dave Upfold - Comedy Stage Hypnotist
Ashburton College Basketball Fundraiser As seen on TV3's "Campbell Live" program, Dave Upfold is known for his energetic, engaging and enthralling live shows. Dave's shows feature audience participation and utilise ...
Where: Ashburton College, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 27 Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 9th August 2018
To: 9:00pm on Thursday 9th August 2018
No Holds Bard – Arts On Tour NZ – Open Hat Night
Driven to the brink by the infidelity of his wife and a lack of acting opportunities, an aging thespian confronts his demons in what he hopes will be a final “dark night of the soul”. The problem is, his demons are ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 18th August 2018
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 18th August 2018
Celtic Illusion
A Breathtaking Fusion of Irish Dance and Magic. The much-anticipated family event of 2018, Celtic Illusion is the biggest dance and magical illusion sensation that has taken Australian audiences by storm. The show ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 8:30pm on Saturday 15th September 2018
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 15th September 2018