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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 Fresh Great Taste Trail allows you to experience the extraordinary diversity of what this stunning region has to offer, all while sampling the local produce, beverages, and warm hospitality – no matter what part of the trail you’re on! Based in Whakatū Nelson, we offer a full range of self-guided package tours, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation bookings.
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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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FOUR SEASONS Presented in association with Roger and Catherine Taylor Vesa-Matti Leppänen : Director Anna van der Zee : Violin Malavika Gopal : Violin Simeon Broom : Violin Alan Molina : Violin Vivaldi The ...
Where: Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 48 Nile St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 26th May 2022
To: 9:30pm on Thursday 26th May 2022
Ceramic Sculpture Classes
Ceramic Sculpture classes. Casual classes. And you can start any week. All welcome. - Classes are about bringing your creativity out. - It's about having fun with your creativity - Beginners or experienced ...
Where: Vicki Charles Sculptor, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 55 Weka St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:30pm on Thursday 1st October 2020
To: 8:30pm on Thursday 9th June 2022
Wheel Throwing Master Class
You will get the best out of this masterclass if you already know how to throw an even and symmetrical cylinder or cup. Alan Ballard is a very experienced potter and tutor and will teach you how to throw and center ...
Where: Craft Potters, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 202 Ranzau Rd, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 19th May 2022
To: 8:00pm on Thursday 23rd June 2022
Introduction to Pranayama and Meditation
Pranayama is the yogic practice of focusing on the breath. This course covers breathing techniques to explore how breath influences our physical, emotional, mental and energetic experiences, plus a different mindfulness ...
Where: Kindred Studio, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1 Kinzett Terrace, nelson, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 12th May 2022
To: 8:30pm on Thursday 30th June 2022
Dru Yoga Class
Strengthen your body! Relax your mind! Open your heart! Perfect for all ages, states of health and levels of fitness. Soft and flowing yet powerful movements and sequences, proven to ease physical discomfort & relieve ...
Where: Saxton Oval Pavilion, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: Saxton Road, Stoke, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 13th January 2022
To: 7:30pm on Thursday 30th June 2022
Booze & Craic: A Night Of Irish & Scottish Comedy
Date change 27th May Alan McElroy and Samantha Hannah present Booze and Craic $20, Dinner/doors from 6pm, Show from 8pm. Tickets from eventfinda.co.nz or call the Playhouse direct on 5402985. The always funny Alan ...
Where: The Playhouse Cafe and Theatre, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 171 Westdale Rd, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 8:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
To: 10:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
Bitcoin's Next Decade
Join us in Nelson as we discuss Bitcoin, Inflation, and Central Bank Digital Currencies. This is a free presentation by Faris Mali, host of the BitcoinBasicsPodcast, followed by Q&A. Join us to eat, drink, meet like ...
Where: Red Art Gallery, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1 Bridge St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
To: 9:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
Albi & The Wolves
“They carry the folk label but this is folk that someone has tinkered with under the bonnet.” - The Hook, Ian Thomas Albi & The Wolves set fire to stages and fill hearts with hope with their energetic and ...
Where: The Boathouse, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 8:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
To: 11:59pm on Friday 27th May 2022
NBS Live Lounge: Tessa Q+2
Jazz singer Tessa Quayle will be joined by Nelson’s one and only Doug Stenhouse on keys and Jim Boyen on drums. This group was specially formed for this Live Lounge session and will be sure to play some classic ...
Where: Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 48 Nile St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 5:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022
To: 6:30pm on Friday 27th May 2022
Morning Social Table Tennis
Morning social Table Tennis runs from 9am until midday on Monday and Friday mornings every week, Cost is $5 per person. Phone the stadium during open hours on (03) 5479 479 or 027 346 3996 for more information. ...
Where: Table Tennis Nelson, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 117/123 Saxton Road, Stoke, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 9:00am on Friday 8th April 2022
To: 12:00pm on Friday 27th May 2022