Swim Between the Mountains
Spend your Sunday exploring a local farmers’ market with your family, splash in the picturesque Ashley Gorge and refuel afterwards with treats from a quaint Oxford café.
9.30am - Oxford Farmers Market
Head to the Oxford Farmers Market bright and early to enjoy the fresh country air and mountain views whilst you gather your fresh produce Here is where you can pack a picnic and meet the makers of locally produced artisan items. Don’t forget your reusable bag!
- 40-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
- 42 MAIN STREET
- OPEN SUNDAY 9AM-12PM
11am – Ashley Gorge Reserve
A short drive from Oxford will take you to the Ashley Gorge Reserve. Splash in the river, explore the playground and picnic area and walk the Ashley Gorge loop track as a family. Be sure to take sunscreen and always check the LAWA website for water quality updates beforehand.
- 10-MINUTES FROM OXFORD
- CHECK LAWA FOR UPDATES ON WATER QUALITY
- OVERNIGHT CAMPING AVAILABLE BOOK HERE
1.30pm - Cafe 51 Oxford
Head back into Oxford and fuel up at Café 51 with an iced chocolate, coffee or fluffy for the family. This cute café is set in a late 1800s original villa, right in the centre of a beautiful country town.
- SET IN LATE 1800s ORIGINAL VILLA
- 51 MAIN STREET
- OPEN 9AM-4PM EVERY DAY
WHY YOU WILL LOVE WAIMAKARIRI
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, discover why you will love Waimakariri – no matter the season!
