Girls’ Day Out in Rangiora
Start with a leisurely stroll, roll up your sleeves and get creative painting pottery and then peruse the boutique stores on the high street and laneways to find that special something. Look no further for the ultimate girl’s day out, all in under 30 minutes from Christchurch.
10.30am - Northbrook Wetlands, Rangiora
Take a leisurely stroll as a group around Northbrook Wetlands and admire the native plantings where there is space for birds to breed, tracks to wander and plenty of places to sit and enjoy nature. This is also the site of early European industries; flax mills, brewery, fellmongery and a tannery.
- 30-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
- COTTER LANE
- 1.6KM ACCESSIBLE LOOP TRACK, NO DOGS
11.30am - The Station Pottery Café
Get creative with your friends as you choose from a range of pre-made pottery that’s ready and waiting for you to paint! Glazed on-site and ready a week later, why not order a coffee as well as a bite to eat while you work and take in the beautifully restored 1909 railway station building.
- 5-MINUTES FROM WETLANDS
- 2 BLACKETT STREET
- DINE IN RESTORED 1909 RAILWAY STATION BUILDING
2.30pm - Boutique shopping in Rangiora
After lunch, boutique shopping in Rangiora is a must. From home décor to unique gifts, shoes and the latest fashion - there is something for everyone. Peruse the selection of stores on the high street and laneways to find that something special for yourself or a loved one.
- A SHORT WALK FROM THE STATION CAFÉ
- RANGIORA HIGH STREET AND LANE WAYS
- SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR A FULL RANGIORA SHOPPING GUIDE
WHY NOT MAKE A DAY OF IT?
With river, beach and mountain walks, 60 km of cycleways, 10 km of sandy coastline, boutique shops, fabulous eateries and a number of activities to do, find out why Waimakariri is the perfect place to make a day of it – no matter the season!
