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 Make an Enquiry
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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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HEMSWORTH ESTATE - Ashburton
HEMSWORTH ESTATE - Ashburton
Mobile-friendly - Step back in time and enjoy the elegance of the pre-war era with all the modern amenities. Hemsworth Estate is the respite for the modern world inviting you to relax and enjoy with old-world charm. All rooms feature unique antiques, wireless internet, the best quality linens. A full seasonal breakfast in the dining room is also included.
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- +64 274 339 779
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- 365 Beach Road East, 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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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 Kugels
29 Aug - 29 Sep 2019 AOTNZ tour. Klezmer music with The Kugels - wild, spirited and haunting. Three top musicians and a celebrated composer have joined together in their love of klezmer, the feisty 19th century folk ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 5:00pm on Sunday 15th September 2019
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 15th September 2019
Ashburton Employment Exchange
Targeted training sessions and a chance to make productive connections will all be on offer for local employers and job-seekers alike at Ashburton's first ever Employment Exchange event on 20 September. The ...
Where: Ashburton Club & MSA, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 266 Havelock St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Friday 20th September 2019
To: 12:00pm on Friday 20th September 2019
Ashburton Farmers Market
The Ashburton District Farmers' market is a regular, fresh, quality food market that promotes direct sales from producer to customer. local produce like Turkey, Duck ,Cheese , Spuds, veges, Chutneys, flowers and more ...
Where: Ashburton Car Park, Ashburton, Canterbury
Address: Corner West and Havelock Streets, Ashburton,
From: 10:00am on Saturday 10th August 2019
To: 12:30pm on Saturday 11th April 2020
Boulevard Day
Join thousands of people from North Canterbury to South Canterbury in attending this most popular Fete running for over 40 years each South Canterbury Anniversary Day. The day features over 100 stallholders bursting ...
Where: East Street Ashburton, Ashburton, Canterbury
Address: 314 East St
From: 9:00am on Monday 23rd September 2019
To: 3:30pm on Monday 23rd September 2019
Bite Nite 3.0
Ashburton Youth Council is spreading the word about Bite Nite 3.0! It’ll be happening on Wednesday 26 September at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre, from 5pm, featuring WishList. Entry is a gold coin donation. ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 5:00pm on Wednesday 25th September 2019
To: 8:00pm on Wednesday 25th September 2019
Safeguarding Our Water
Aotearoa New Zealand is a water-rich country, but our changing climate and social license is putting pressure on the requirements and use of precious resource. Variations in snow and water flows in our rivers are ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 8:45am on Thursday 26th September 2019
To: 11:00am on Thursday 26th September 2019
The Extravaganza Fair
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 5 of New Zealand's largest and newest travelling event! The Extravaganza Fair! The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something for ...
Where: Ashburton Domain, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Walnut Ave, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 9:00am on Saturday 5th October 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 6th October 2019
Let Us Entertain You Concert
Mid Canterbury Choir - “Let Us Entertain You”. Join us for songs from the shows – My Fair Lady, Les Miserables, Abba, Oklahoma, The Music Man and more - songs you will love and want to sing along to. Guest ...
Where: The Sinclair Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 74 Park Street, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 2:00pm on Sunday 6th October 2019
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 6th October 2019
The Keys Are In the Margarine
Arts on Tour NZ in association with Brain Research New Zealand presents: The Keys are in the Margarine – a verbatim play about dementia Today, more than 60,000 New Zealanders live with Alzheimer’s disease or a ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 6:00pm on Wednesday 9th October 2019
To: 11:59pm on Wednesday 9th October 2019
Change your Brain! Change your Life!
Presentation: ‘Change Your Brain! Change Your Life!’ takes a broader perspective than Nathan’s previous talks. This new discussion explores the inherent ability in everyone’s brain to be able to change the ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 10th October 2019
To: 9:00pm on Thursday 10th October 2019