Lose yourself in art: Tait Gallery
A festival is always a drawcard and this year’s Hanmer Village Winter Festival is no exception. Among the highlights at this year’s event – from July 2 to 31 – is a children’s art expo, sponsored by Hanmer’s Tait Gallery and The Drawing Room (Christchurch). On display at Boulder Point Precinct throughout this month, the […]
Sensational swimwear: Lifestyles Hanmer
As much as Hanmer Springs is all about outdoor pursuits and hot pools, equally it’s about indoor pursuits, such as restaurant fine-dining, cafe culture and fabulous shopping. If heading to the pools and donning swimwear, the most important thing is that the swimsuit flatters the figure, rather than just covers it. Cut and design […]
Experience the magic: Amuri Estate
Amuri Estate is a special luxury destination where you can relax and unwind or take in some of the excitement of Hanmer Springs Winter Festival this July. At night be captivated by the moonlight dancing on the snowy mountains, by day stay toasty-warm in the lodge or pop into the nearby Hanmer […]
A relaxed retreat: Clear Ridge Apartments
We have experienced a long and mellow autumn, but, as much as we may want to ignore it, winter is on the way. That’s no reason to hibernate though – instead escape to somewhere luxurious and indulgent. That’s what you will find at Clear Ridge Apartments right in the heart of Hanmer Springs village. […]
Location, location, location: Salt n Pepper Cafe
Salt n Pepper owner, Dharambir Judge, argues that his café has the best view in Hanmer. Situated at the Boulder Point Precinct you can take in the scenic Conical Hill whilst taking in your sensationally smooth Atomic coffee. It’s dog-friendly, which makes stopping in on your walk that bit more inviting. Dharambir says […]
Staying active: Clear Ridge Apartments
A thrill seeker’s paradise with a touch of relaxation and a sprinkle of fine dining sums up Canterbury’s resort town, Hanmer Springs. But recently, it has been the much-anticipated events that have had visitors flocking from far and wide. Hanmer Motorfest, Honour Festival, 4&8 Hour MTB Challenge, The Bandquet, Half Marathon And 10km […]
Music to our ears
Loved local music, food and drink have become a tried-and-true formula for success in Hanmer, and The Bandquet on 27 March shows no sign of diverting from that equation. The line-up is a degustation of Kiwi favourites; The Feelers, Jason Kerrison, Kaylee Bell, Sweet Mix Kids, City Limits and the Incrowd. With a […]
Hugo’s Hanmer holiday: Tait Gallery
Tait Gallery at Hanmer Springs has a beautiful selection of ceramics, pottery, glassware, wood turning and jewellery, as well as a large display of pictures by artists both emerging and established. The portfolio includes landscapes by Tony Roche, Ross Lee, Debbie Lambert, Karen Werner, Charles Pickworth, Jane Riley and Jane Sinclair; water colours […]
Hair-raising Hanmer
Not just a relaxing alpine resort, Hanmer Springs is its own adventurer’s paradise. Outdoor activities in the area are plentiful no matter the season. Here’s Metropol’s picks of the North Canterbury township’s adrenaline fixes for the summer seasons. WHEELY FUN Explore secluded mountain valleys on four wheels with a quad bike tour, or […]
Holistic, healthy Hanmer
Simply escaping from the craziness of the city is holistically beneficial for us, so Hanmer must be a wellness bundle with bells on! Even driving through serene Waipara valley, on route to the heavenly haven, renews and relaxes all the senses. We can’t take a pilgrimage to famed spa sanctuaries of the world just […]