Enjoy a day out visiting the country gardens and discovering the rich talent in the art galleriesart stores and take time to meet local artists and the owners of beautiful country gardens - at your own pace or on guided garden tours.

Only 20 minutes north of Christchurch - inspire yourself with the art and gardens of Waimakariri, North Canterbury.

Click here for a map of the Waimakariri
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Millwood is a private home as well as the home of Millwood Botanicals freeze drying business and Millwood Weddings.  The chapel is set in a picturesque garden setting and the church grounds have also been extensively designed in an attractive garden setting.  Tours are welcome by appointment

p: 03 312 6514
e: mailto:petals@flowersframed.co.nz

Bookings essential
www.flowersframed.co.nz

 

Wilson’s Mill Garden is respected in New Zealand as one of the finest and most expansive gardens open for the public to enjoy.  Visit at this time of year and enjoy the majestic trees and summer flowers.

3 Christmas Road, Ohoka
p: 03 327 7815

Groups and coach tours by appointment
www.wilsonsmillgarden.co.nz

The influences of the landscape and heritage in the Waimakariri district are an inspiration to the gardeners and artists with creativity being expressed in gardens, art galleries and annual art exhibitions that are available for people to visit. Close by to the Garden City of Christchurch, come out and experience the Arts & Gardens of Waimakariri.

Download a copy of the Gardens of Waimakariri Guide or pick up a copy from the Kaiapoi i-SITE Visitor Centre.

 

 Millstream Garden, Ohoka
 Breedenbroek Gardens native boardwalk

 

Explore the Waimakariri District to find talented artists, art galleries, craft shops, country gardens and garden tours.