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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ASHBURTON'S REGENCY MOTEL - Ashburton
ASHBURTON'S REGENCY MOTEL - Ashburton
Murray and Katharine welcome you to Ashburton's Regency Motel, just 1 hour’s drive from Christchurch Airport. Located at 820 East Street and offer Mid Canterbury visitors a choice of 15 affordable and spacious ground-floor units. Our motel is in a quiet and peaceful off-street location conveniently located close to CBD, restaurants, cafés, shopping and popular tourist attractions and activities.
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- +64 3 308 8266
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- 0800 553 223 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 820 East St, Netherby, Ashburton 7700, New Zealand
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HEMSWORTH ESTATE - Ashburton
HEMSWORTH ESTATE - Ashburton
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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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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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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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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Shear for Life Charity Shearing Event
Shear for Life is a Charity Shearing Event supporting the Ashburton Cancer Support Group, Breast & Prostate Cancer Foundations. 3,000 sheep to be shorn by N.Z. and International Shearers including former or current ...
Where: Hindsridge Farm - Dick Ewing's Woolshed, Ashburton, Canterbury
Address: 1098 Hendersons Road, Hinds, Ashburton
From: 8:00am on Saturday 23rd February 2019
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 23rd February 2019
Mid Canterburys Childrens Day Celebration 2019
Come and celebrate Childrens Day in Ashburton! The Plains Railway/Tinwald Domain areas will be packed with free family fun activities: Funtimes Bungy, Waterwalkers, Bumper Boats, Inflatables, Railcar Rides, ...
Where: The Plains Vintage Railway & Museum, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Tinwald Domain, Maronan Rd, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:30am on Sunday 3rd March 2019
To: 2:30pm on Sunday 3rd March 2019
Tutus On Tour 2019
Following sell-out performances around New Zealand in 2018, the RNZB is delighted to be expanding Tutus on Tour to take in eleven regional centres in 2019. From Kerikeri and Whangarei to Oamaru and Gore, Tutus on Tour ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 6:30pm on Monday 18th March 2019
To: 11:59pm on Monday 18th March 2019
Mockingbird
Mockingbird - a comedy about mental health. Fresh from sell-out seasons in Norway, Sydney and Waipu. Based on the true stories of four generations of women and their devilish alter egos, Mockingbird is a ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Tuesday 19th March 2019
To: 11:59pm on Tuesday 19th March 2019
Ice Skate Tour
Be prepared for a cool but not cold 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 natural ...
Where: Allenton School, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 110 Harrison St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 3:00pm on Tuesday 19th March 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 24th March 2019
Psychic Surgery with Jeanette Wilson
In this two hour show Jeanette works with a team of spirit world doctors and surgeons to remove pain and restriction often within just minutes. It’s a mind opening evening as Jeanette’s guides give insights to the ...
Where: Hotel Ashburton, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 11/35 Racecourse Rd, Winchmore, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Wednesday 20th March 2019
To: 10:00pm on Wednesday 20th March 2019
Get Coloured By CanInspire Colour Fun Run
This will be our third Get Coloured by CanInspire colour fun run to be held here in Ashburton at Lake Hood with the proceeds going to help the CanInspire Charitable Trust help our local Mid-Canterbury community. The ...
Where: Lake Hood, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: Huntington Park, Tinwald, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 10:00am on Sunday 7th April 2019
To: 12:00pm on Sunday 7th April 2019
Cats
One of the world’s best-loved musicals, Cats, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. This new production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece will visit 16 cities nationwide in April ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Monday 15th April 2019
To: 10:00pm on Monday 15th April 2019
Rhythms Of Ireland - 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Ireland's most celebrated show, The Rhythms of Ireland, returns to NZ in 2019, for the first time since their sell-out tour in 2010. Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, New Zealand is privileged to welcome back ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 18th April 2019
To: 11:59pm on Thursday 18th April 2019
The Adele and Amy Songbook
Direct from Melbourne. The Adele and Amy Songbook "Playing the very best from Adele and Amy Winehouse" + Guests. Doors 7pm. Australia's brightest new singing star Bloom brings to you the songs of 2 amazing ...
Where: Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Ashburton, Ashburton District
Address: 211a Wills St, Ashburton, Ashburton District
From: 7:00pm on Wednesday 1st May 2019
To: 9:30pm on Wednesday 1st May 2019