In the historic town of Havelock you can enjoy green-lipped mussels, browse art galleries and organise a boat trip for fishing or sightseeing.
Located at the meeting point of the Pelorus and Kaiuma Rivers on the coast northwest of Blenheim, Havelock calls itself the "green-lipped mussel capital of the world". Once a gold mining settlement, the town has many quaint colonial buildings which today house boutique galleries and eating places (be sure to order the mussels). The Havelock Museum has interesting displays that explain the town's past.
At Havelock's marina there are water taxis and charter boats ready to take you fishing or show you around Pelorus and Kenepuru Sounds. Sea kayaks can also be hired here for guided or independent paddling tours.
Local accommodation includes private holiday homes, a camping ground, lodges, B&B's, homestays and motels.
Functional facts: Approx. population 490, good range of shops and services.
Built in the 1800s, this 2-storey lodge offers free WiFi and free use of bicycles to explore the area. Guests enjoy BBQ facilities and free mussel tastings each night throughout summer.
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MYspace Youth Development Centre, Blenheim, Marlborough
Wed 8 Apr 2020 6:00PM / Contemporary Art
Calling all artists! From early April through to Mid May we are celebrating National Youth Week and it's theme of 'we're speaking, are you listening?' Through it we will work alongside to encourage youth to bring out the ... more
Take a look behind the counter of the corner dairy and discover a love story as wondrous as the Taj Mahal.
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MYspace Youth Development Centre, Blenheim, MarlboroughWed 8 Apr 2020 6:00PM / Contemporary ArtCalling all artists! From early April through to Mid May we are celebrating National Youth Week and it's theme of 'we're speaking, are you listening?' Through it we will work alongside to encourage youth to bring out the ... more
Take a look behind the counter of the corner dairy and discover a love story as wondrous as the Taj Mahal. Gobi and Zina Krishnan have come to New Zealand in search of a better life. They keep their dreams stacked on ... more
