Hobbiton Movie Set, Hamilton - Waikato
By Alistair Guthrie
Hobbiton Movie Set, Hamilton - Waikato
By Ian Brodie
The Green Dragon Inn, Hamilton - Waikato
By Tourism New Zealand
Wairere Falls, Hamilton - Waikato
By Hamilton & Waikato Tourism
Matamata
Two hours south of Auckland lies the lush farmland of the Hamilton - Waikato region. famouss for dairying and fine thoroughbred horses, it's easy to see why these green pastures and rolling hills were chosen to portray Hobbiton and The Shire.
Hobbit fans can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a guided tour; it has more than 44 unique hobbit holes, including Bag End (Bilbo's house). As you wander through the heart of the Shire, you'll get to hear the fascinating commentary about how it was all created.
Along your journey you'll see the mill, the double arched bridge and the famouss Party Tree before stopping for a drink at the Green Dragon Inn. Evening tours are also available, and they include a feast fit for a hobbit!
A number of great farm stays are also on offer in Matamata. Just east of town you can discover the North Island’s highest waterfalls, Wairere Falls, which are a spectacular sight plunging 153m. The Wairere Falls walking track showcases a diverse range of natural scenery and from the lookout you can enjoy magnificent views over the valley and the Waikato Plains.
Matamata is situated 2 hours' drive from Auckland, 45 minutes from Hamilton and 1 hour from Rotorua.
Content courtesy of Tourism NZ
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Tirau War Memorial Hall, Tirau, South WaikatoFri 23 Oct 2020 9:00AM / Markets and FairsWelcome to the $2 Book Fair at Tirau War Memorial Hall over Labour Weekend. We have books for both adults and children, both fiction and non fiction, with an (orange) interesting table and a (purple) more expensive ... more -
Omokoroa Boat Club, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyMon 26 Oct 2020 4:00PM / JazzJan Preston Trio vist the Omokoroa Boat Club for Labour Monday with a brand new album and tour. Pre Sale tickets $30 + booking online or in person at the Boatclub - members discount for pre sales $25. Jan was always ... more -
Nivara Lounge, Hamilton, WaikatoMon 26 Oct 2020 8:00PM / Comedy“He’s good” - TV3 “Very good” - TVNZ “He nails it” - Prime TV Two hit comedy shows, one hilarious night! DJ Trump: See public Trump at a rally AND private Trump in therapy! The Don's had a hard ... more -
Zirka Circus, New Zealand's household name circus, is proud to bring our sixth tour - Into the Future, features the world's first Hologram Aquarium! Zirka Circus has successfully been entertaining families in NZ for ... more -
The Boathouse, Takapoto Estate, Cambridge, WaipaSat 31 Oct 2020 7:00PM / Charity, FundraisersIf you love dressing up to the nines and donating money to a good cause, this is the event for you! The St Peter's Equestrian Academy is raising money for their Equine Assisted Learning for At Risk Kids programme and ... more -
Artmakers Community Artists Trust, Hamilton, WaikatoTue 20 Oct 2020 7:00PM / EducationAN INTRODUCTION TO EUROPEAN ART HISTORY: If you have always wanted to find out more about the major époques of European art and to identify major styles of architecture, sculpture and painting, this paper is for ... more -
The Timber Museum Of New Zealand, Putaruru, South WaikatoThu 29 Oct 2020 12:30PM / Business & ProfessionalThe 2020 Forestry Symposium will see the launch of the Central North Island Wood Council and Generation Programme, alongside industry updates and insights from a range of speakers. This FREE event offers the opportunity ... more -
Classical Ballet Tuition Grades and Vocational Grades Contemporary Dance for experienced Vocational students Experienced, qualified teachers, Yvonne and Peter Edwards ARAD ex Principals Royal N.Z.Ballet ... more -
Trustpower Baypark Arena, Mt Maunganui, Bay of PlentyWed 28 Oct 2020 7:30PM / Choir, Vocal MusicWe’re really excited to be bringing you a new show jam-packed with 100% Kiwi-loved songs, fronted by iconic Kiwi entertainer Jackie Clarke and musician Nathan King. This year’s Kids for Kids is all about celebrating ... more -
Artmakers Community Artists Trust, Hamilton, WaikatoWed 21 Oct 2020 11:00AM / EducationSex used to be the great taboo. Up until the modern era, open talk related to the subject of sexuality was actively frowned upon. The subject of death, however was freely canvased. This situation has now been reversed. ... more -
The Ambassador Hotel , Hamilton, WaikatoWed 28 Oct 2020 8:30AM / Business & ProfessionalIt’s time to get back to the core employer fundamentals and continue to run your businesses with confidence. In this free hr workshop, specialists from Employsure explain the changing legislation as we move on from ... more -
Baycourt Community and Arts Centre, Tauranga, Bay of PlentyThu 29 Oct 2020 7:00PM / DanceCelebrating its 35th anniversary, renowned national dance company Footnote New Zealand Dance, presents Undercurrent: two absorbing new dance works that are rich in detail and grand in scale. Dive in and be swept into ... more -
It's time to secure your seats to the ABBA show that everyone loves and adores! Direct from Australia, the world’s premier live ABBA tribute is back by popular demand after a sell-out mega NZ concert tour in ... more -
The Plaza, Putaruru, South WaikatoThu 12 Nov 2020 6:00PM / Mind & BodyTo show support for our Rural community the Rural Support is putting on a free event with Special Guest Tony Christiansen. Tony Christiansen is a world-leading motivational and inspirational speaker. He is ... more -
Wallace Gallery, Morrinsville, Matamata-PiakoFri 6 Nov 2020 1:00PM / Markets and FairsMorrinsville Record Fair. All sorts of Record Goodness. Jazz, Blues, Rock,80's Pop, Punk, Metal, Classical, Folk Big Names, Unknown Names. NZ Music, CDs and cassettes too. Multiple Vendors, No Eftpos. An Afternoon Record ... more -
So you think you know it all? Get a team together and test that theory at The Local Taphouse's Quiz Night. Categories include General Knowledge, TV & Movies, Famous Voices, Sport, Movie Clips a Picture Round and a ... more -
A poet laureate, a storyteller, and a musician ‘Say it with Flowers’ on a tour across Aotearoa this November, brought to you by Arts on Tour New Zealand. In this travelling poetry and song cabaret show, David ... more -
Kim Westerskov's Photo Workshop Studio, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 31 Oct 2020 9:00AM / EducationIs your photography in a bit of a rut? Would you like to create some new and different “Wow!” photos? Would you like some clever new ideas to get “Honours” at your camera club? Want to try some new techniques? ... more -
Artmakers Community Artists Trust, Hamilton, WaikatoThu 22 Oct 2020 6:30PM / Ethnic, MulticulturalDISCOVERING WORLD RELIGIONS series: TERM 4: Intro to Buddhism This series provides an in-depth look at the world’s main religious traditions. Over an entire Term of eight sessions focused on a single belief ... more -
Grosvenor Motor Inn, Hamilton, WaikatoThu 12 Mar 2020 9:00AM / Business & ProfessionalPeople are different. Everyone has their strengths. Colleagues and clients have different needs, habits, values, and different ways of thinking. Inclusive Leaders bring out the best in people and they don’t need to be ... more -
The Historic Village Green, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 31 Oct 2020 3:00PM / FestivalsThe creators of the Bay of Plenty Gin Festival are proud to present Oktoberfest 2020, part of the "Experience the World from Here" series that celebrates the food, culture and music from around the world from the comfort ... more -
Te Puna Memorial Hall, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 21 Nov 2020 7:30PM / R&B, SoulThe Packhouse Experience presents some of our talented local musicians playing a variety of original music and classic covers in different styles and genres. A show that builds up over 3 sets to get you rocking by the ... more -
The Centre, Community Hub, Uretara Room, Katikati, Bay of PlentySat 21 Nov 2020 1:00PM / EducationFor Western Bay Residents Only. A home worm composting farm is a great way for you to deal with most of your kitchen food scraps and create rich compost for your garden. Come along to this hands-on, two-hour ... more -
Anbf Australasian title :Joshua chucky Francis v Kyle Merewether 10x3 min Cruiserweight. Joel Nadin v Esene pona 4x3min Cruiserweight Mea Motu v Tania Reid 4x2 min super Featherweight Quintin Myburgh v Mahmood ... more -
Holy Trinity Church, Tauranga, Bay of PlentySat 31 Oct 2020 2:00PM / Variety ConcertsThe Tauranga Amateur Variety concert is comprised of local musicians - pianists, vocalists, duets and small ensembles. The instruments are acoustic and the musicians range from intermediate to advanced ability. The ... more
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