Nestled away, within a stone’s throw of the busy Great Alpine Highway 73 on the outskirts of Darfield, lies the hidden gem that is Knockdolian Garden. This historic garden offers visitors a space that is full of beauty and tranquility.
A bare paddock, purchased in 1992, was all the canvas needed for Suzanne Pickford and Geoff Turner to create the enchanting Ortel Gardens and Nursery on the outskirts of West Melton.
Selwyn is a birdwatcher's paradise. We turned to a true expert, Peter Langlands who has been birdwatching for more than 40 years. Here’s his take on the best birdwatching spots in Selwyn!
Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden: a growing Selwyn artwork
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
Follow the backroads of Tai Tapu to the base of the Port Hills, and you'll discover a unique fusion of art and nature nestled amongst the farms and fields: the Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden.
Wherever you find yourself in beautiful Selwyn, there'll be something to see that’s worth capturing. From natural wonders to historical sights and even cartoon-based sculptures, Selwyn has everything you need for epic additions to your Instagram page.
Here are just a few options to help you hit the ground running.
As the winter season kicks off and snow blankets the mountains, the excitement now builds as skiers head to the Selwyn ski areas. They offer a wonderful array of lifts, terrain, mountain accommodation and lively characters, all contributing to an authentic alpine experience we have when in the mountains, on any given day.
Landscape has the power to shape us. The food we grow, the views we love, the work we do, and the leisure activities we enjoy.
The Selwyn mountains exert a fascination over locals and visitors alike; drawn to the peaks by their beauty and challenge. Few have felt this attraction as profoundly as Alex Herbert - who built a ski company to tame the conditions at the Selwyn resorts.
Only 89km from Christchurch, Porters Alpine Resort is a great place to take your first steps on snow or learn to tackle the steep slopes of Buff Face.
For both skiing and snowboarding, Porters has a great variety of terrain and lifts to suit anyone's riding ability, being one of the smaller ski resorts you can enjoy less crowds on the slopes and heaps of friendly faces.