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Welcome to BLENHEIM Marlborough's main town, Blenheim, has great cafes, galleries and shops nestled between the picturesque Taylor and Opawa rivers, a short distance to the region's world famous wineries.

There is an abundance of vineyards and cellar doors surrounding Blenheim, so explore the stunning Wairau Valley and discover why the world is in love with Marlborough wine.

Central Blenheim is best explored by

foot, with an abundance of great cafes, restaurants, shops, and galleries, along with popular walkways along the Taylor River Reserve.

Walk a little further afield to get to Pollard Park, a beautiful botanical garden, playground, golf course and exercise trail.

The Marlborough Farmers’ Market is held at the A&P Showgrounds every Sunday morning 9am-12pm.

The Marlborough Artisan Market, next season due to open first week of October 2022 Meanwhile WINTER POP UP MARKETS! Join us for our winter pop up markets to be held at the ‘My space’ Youth Centre (corner of Kinross and Redwood Streets) from 10am - 4pm 2nd July 2022 13th August 2022 17th September 2022

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HOT SPOTS VINEYARDS AND WINERIES

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Marlborough’s world famous wine industry is on Blenheim’s back doorstep in the Wairau Valley, so make sure you taste its sublime wines amid the vines that grow them.

Head to nearby Cellar Doors for a taste of Marlborough’s flagship sauvignon blanc, along with award winning aromatics, pinot noir and sparkling wine or take one of the tours.

Bubbly Grape offers a small professional fun loving tour with hosts as effervescent as champagne.

They pride themselves on giving you a great experience with smaller group numbers, travelling around the wineries in comfortable Mercedes vans. “They will drive you to drink”.

i-SITE Visitor Information Centre Blenheim 8 Sinclair Street (beside the Railway Station) Blenheim Ph +64 3 577 8080 https://marlboroughnz.com

The Wairau Valley is also home to rich heritage and ecology, and a great way to learn more about both is on a kayak trip on the Wairau Lagoons, where Royal Spoonbill, shag, bartailed godwit, herons and terns can be spotted. Learn some of the history of Māori here, and of whalers and pioneering settlers.

MARLBOROUGH FLYER The Marlborough Flyer was voted by The Telegraph in London as one of the best ten rail experiences in Australasia. Journeying from Picton to Blenheim, passengers connect to explore Marlborough attractions and sample some of the regions’ world-famous wine and cuisine. Travel on the historic WW1 Memorial steam locomotive (1915) named the ‘Passchendaele’. www.marlboroughflyer.co.nz/ www.siredmundhillaryexplorer.com/

WAIRAU LAGOONS

WITHER HILLS FARM PARK Head to the Wither Hills Farm Park, on the outskirts of Blenheim, where a multitude of trails wind up to stunning views of the Wairau Valley, Mount Tapuae-o-Uenuku and Cloudy Bay.

POLLARD PARK Pollard Park is a beautiful botanical garden, playground, golf course and exercise trail.

HAVELOCK, PELORUS AND KENEPURU Tucked in beside beautiful wetlands, gorgeous native bush, and the magical Kenepuru, Mahau and Pelorus Sounds, lies the Greenshell ™ Mussel capital of the world. From Havelock you can access the largest, and remotest part of the Marlborough Sounds.

MARLBOROUGH MUSEUM AND BRAYSHAW PARK Visit the historic Brayshaw Park and Marlborough Museum, to view exhibitions include Te Pokohiwi – The Wairau Bar 1250AD, a landmark exhibition of the Wairau Bar archaeology site, place of the earliest known graves in the country and key to understanding daily life in the 13th century.

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WALKS IN THE AREA

RARANGI TO WHITES BAY A scenic walking track connecting the popular Whites Bay beach, and the small settlement of Rārangi.

The walk climbs up from Rārangi near Monkey Bay track, before following the road, then descending through a pine forest into Whites Bay. Duration: 10mins - 9hrs

BLACK JACK TRACK Walk up from Whites Bay to a brilliant viewpoint on the edge of a bluff for views of Port Underwood, Cook Strait and Cape Campbell.

Whites Bay is named after an African American known as Black Jack White who, in 1828, deserted his whaling ship and took up residence with local Māori.

They in turn had long used the bay as a base for fishing expeditions in Cook Strait.

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In 1866, Whites Bay became the South Island terminus of an inter-island telegraph cable.

The original cable station still exists. Some of the original forest also remains, although much was burned in the early years of European settlement and is still regenerating.

Duration: 2.7km (1 hour return or 1.5 hours to do the loop)

PELORUS BRIDGE SCENIC RESERVE Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve offers numerous tracks, taking you through ancient forest and to the edge of the beautiful Pelorus River.

Many of the tracks are wide and gentle, built to a standard suitable for wheelchairs. Beyond these paths, and across the Rai swing bridge there are several other tracks.

The reserve is located between Blenheim and

Nelson along SH6. From Havelock, drive 15 minutes towards Nelson on SH6 to Pelorus Bridge. Park either side of the road just before the bridge.

TAWA WALK | 30 min loop An easy walk-through native forest to explore ancient river terraces.

TOTARA WALK | 30 min See a giant totara tree amongst native forest.

River Access | 5 min

CIRCLE WALK | 45 min loop Wheelchair accessible up until the swing bridge. Spectacular forest walks with views of the Pelorus River.

DALTONS TRACK | 3 hr return Part of the Te Araroa Trail, follow the river across farmland.

Elvy Waterfalls Track | 2 hr return See two waterfalls that feed into the Pelorus River. Stream crossing required.

Trig K Track | 4 hr return (map sourced from DOC)

WAIRAU LAGOONS WALKWAY This easy flat walk is a great way to explore the habitat of the Wairau Lagoons, as well as the rusting hulk of the Waverley wreck, which sits in the mud.

Take a short walk, or do the full 3 hour loop.

To get to the lagoons, drive to the end of Hardings Road, which leaves State Highway 1.5km south of Blenheim.

Duration: 3 hrs

TAYLOR RIVER TRAIL The Taylor River Trail winds its way up the riverbed and then along the riverbank, it passes a few notable access points, the exit to the Wither Hills Farm Park and Mountain Bike Park, as well as the access track to Ben Morven Road.

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Welcome to Brayshaw Heritage Park - Home to Marlborough Heritage

Brayshaw Heritage Park is dedicated to the collection, restoration and display of Marlborough’s heritage. Inspired by the late Norman Brayshaw established in 1968 is a unique park occupying several acres of attractive parkland near Blenheim’s south-west boundary.

at Brayshaw Heritage Park. These include:

It houses a collection of Marlborough’s original buildings and memorabilia as well as being the location of many of Marlborough’s heritage clubs with their displays and working exhibits.

The Museum opens every Wednesday and Sunday from 1.30 - 4.00 pm.

Brayshaw Heritage Park is in 26 Arthur Baker Place, off New Renwick Road, Blenheim, Marlborough. It is 4.5 km from Blenheim’s town centre and easily reached from SH1 or SH6. The Park is a five minute drive down Maxwell Road from the Railway Station and iSite Visitor Information Centre.

There is plenty of free parking on site.

VCC - contact marlborough@vcc.org.nz

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VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF NEW ZEALAND (Marlborough Branch) This museum is built in the style of an early garage and displays a number of vintage cars and motorcycles plus lots of motoring memorabilia. The majority of vehicles are privately owned and have been faithfully restored to original condition. On a weekend or holiday you will see our cars leaving the Park to participate in the many and varied Club activities.

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MARLBOROUGH ASSOCIATED MODELLERS Marlborough Associated Modellers operate model cars, boats and trains. An extensive two-track rail system meanders through their gardens, replicating in miniature the sights and sounds of classic steam and diesel from days past.

Open Days The first Sunday of the Month

The trains are full working models and operate for riders on the first and third Sunday of every month.

There are a number of communities located

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FB Marlborough associated modellers society ( MAMS ) MARLBOROUGH VINTAGE FARM MACHINERY MUSEUM This museum houses the largest display of vintage farm machinery in the Southern Hemisphere with some very rare tractors, engines, and machinery.

Over 80 different tractors are on display including a 1910 Blackstone, the only known one in existence.

Other displays include graders, wagons, ploughs, mowers, gigs, stationary engines, thrashing mills, chaffcutters, haybalers, and many other examples.

Step back in time as you stroll the streets of Beavertown, built in the style of old Blenheim.

The replica Fire Station houses a fine collection of early fire-fighting appliances including a rare Model T fire engine.

Museum open every day (except Christmas Day and Good Friday) from 10.00 am - 4.00 pm. Admission charge.

MARLBOROUGH ROCK & MINERAL CLUB FB Marlborough Rock and Mineral Club Inc MARLBOROUGH BRANCH / NZ GENEALOGISTS CLUB INC MARLBOROUGH GUILD OF WOODWORKERS INC FB Marlborough Woodworkers Guild POULTRY & PIGEON CLUB FB Marlborough Poultry Pigeon and Cage Bird Club CHORAL SOCIETY FB Blenheim Choral

www.marlboroughmuseum.org.nz

Contact: Secretary, secretary@ marlboroughfarming museum.nz FB Marlborough Vintage & Farm Machinery Society Inc.

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Open daily from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm or by arrangement.

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BLENHEIM RIVERSIDE RAILWAY A two foot gauge rail runs from the Brayshaw Heritage Park Station and follows the Taylor River to Beaver Station at Riverside Park, downtown Blenheim. Round trip takes an hour.

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marlboroughfarmingmuseum.nz MARLBOROUGH MUSEUM The modern Museum and Archives complex houses a huge range of Marlborough history presented in attractive displays. Enjoy the regular showings of local and international film

Brayshaw Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place Blenheim, New Zealand 7201 Brayshaw Heritage Park phone +64 3 578 1712 email: brayshawheritagepark@gmail.com

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clips from the past in our air conditioned Theatre.

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Edwin Fox Ship - Picton Marlborough HAVE YOU HEARD OF EDWIN FOX?

This international maritime treasure has been on countless round-the-world adventures and now rests offshore in Picton, where it is on permanent display at the Edwin Fox Museum. Located on Dunbar Wharf, a visit to the Edwin Fox Museum is bound to fascinate. Inside the museum, you’ll learn all about the ship’s checkered history as a troop carrier, an immigrant ship, and even as a convict transporter.

Built in 1853 of teak and saul timber in just nine months, Edwin Fox served as a troop

ship for the Crimean War and reputedly carried such illustrious passengers as Florence Nightingale! In 1858, she was chartered by the British Government to transport convicts to Freemantle in WA, making her the last surviving ship that took convicts to Australia. This is just a small snippet of her intriguing past. And that’s not all – at The Edwin Fox Museum, you can even climb aboard the ship herself, where you can explore her decks and depths. On your adventure you’ll discover relics found onboard, while innovative displays show what life was like for those who sailed on her.

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The Wine Exhibition showcases the history of wine, and viticulture, in Marlborough.

It has been designed so that there is much of interest to a general and a specialist audience. The prefect introduction to wine in Marlborough, an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to add to their understanding of our wine heritage.

Te Pokohiwi the Wairau Bar 1250 AD This exhibition focuses on the most significant recent discoveries about the people of Aotearoa - New Zealand. A landmark exhibition about the people of our land, and their origins in East Polynesia.

The Wairau Bar is a most significant site in the archaeology of Marlborough, and also the Pacific. Exhibition design, with clear information, and fascinating artefacts will inspire you to keep finding out more.

Other exhibitions include: Natural History and Highlights from our Textiles Collections. We like to highlight the importance of our ceramics and applied arts traditions in Marlborough. We generally always have a significant

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collection of ceramics by Fran Maguire, and examples of work

by NZ’s first pioneer studio potter Elizabeth Lissaman work on display.

Open daily 10 – 4. Closed Christmas Day only. We offer free entry every Saturday.

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The Magic of Exquisite “Vocal Chords”!

Way back in 1888, in a Florence, Alabama barbershop a small group of African-American men gathered in a huddle and started humming and singing folk songs and gospels in their own, traditional style. They repeated the same thing in other barbershops and also serenaded their sweethearts with love songs. In 1910, on the street corners of New Orleans a ten-year-old Louis Armstrong sang tenor in a quartet (yes, the same Armstrong with the gravel voice who later made “What a Wonderful World” world-famous). Singing and socialising around hair-cutting in places that in Western Society came to be known as barbershops (eg Barber of Seville) have been historically universal for humankind. Barbershop quartetting was pervasive in African-American culture in the late 1800s when the black communities harmonized and improvised popular songs as well as spirituals. These beginnings are considered to have formed the cradle of what is now known as Barbershop chorus and quartet harmony singing – a capella vocal music with tight fourpart chords for every note. The melody is sung by the lead, the tenor harmonizes above the lead, the bass sings the lowest harmonizing notes and the baritone weaves his notes in-between to complete the chord. The magic of the correctly pitched Barbershop chord seems to be in the mysterious appearance of a high-pitched ringing note (overtone) that nobody is singing but is the product of the other four harmony notes resonating together. It gives rise to the pleasing perception of a “fifth voice”, uniting the chord, felt as much as heard, raising the hairs on the

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back of the neck and goose-flesh on the forearm.

White male singers got hooked into this style of singing and brought it onto song-sheets and into the recording studio scene while infusing it with some of their own traditions. Broadcasting led to spreading the style to cities and towns in the USA and other continents. Inevitably Barbershop harmonising reached the shores of New Zealand where it brought forth budding choruses and quartets in several town centres. Ultimately in 1995 a seed fell on fertile soil in Blenheim where a small group of enthusiastic singers ……. gathered in a huddle and commenced harmonising! Soon they founded the Marlborough Sounds Chorus and the rest is history – this Chorus grew and participated in the annual NZ Barbershop conventions where both Chorus and quartets won several gold, silver and bronze medals. They also represented Marlborough in international conventions in Hawaii, Sydney and Brisbane. In a pursuit where friendship, respect and cooperation are necessary, the Marlborough Chorus stands out, and is recognised throughout the Barbershop community for its great camaraderie. In 2016 the Chorus hosted a national convention in the brand-new ASB Theatre where choruses from over New Zealand convened to compete for medals and bragging rights. The Convention was a resounding success and achieved the goals of showcasing Barbershop singing as well as promoting Marlborough to the rest of the country and also to the overseas visitors attending.

The MSC and its quartets regularly perform at rest

homes and other public venues. Their repertoire includes a variety of contemporary popular songs, local and foreign folk songs, golden oldies and even ancient songs. They are proud of their heritage of camaraderie which includes their spouses, family and friends in their recreational activities. They love to ply their craft in public and welcome invitations to perform at any social gathering. They also invite newcomers to join their Chorus. The ability to read music is not essential and newcomers are easily integrated into the group and helped to absorb the characteristics of Barbershop singing. The only requirement is a love for singing!

Scientific research has shown that group singing can improve physical, emotional and social health: • Body and Mind. Singing exercises the brain and improves breathing, posture and muscle relaxation. It has been shown to relief pain, probably due to the release of neurochemicals. Learning new songs is cognitively stimulating and helps the memory, assisting those suffering from dementia.

• Psychological. Singing does improve peoples’ sense of happiness and well-being, they feel more positive after group-singing, possibly due to the music enabling close and rapid social bonding.

• It is therefore no surprise that in the MSC of 20 singers there are two general practitioners and a psychiatrist!

The MSC and its quartets will compete against other choruses in all future national Barbershop Harmony New Zealand Conventions. While striving to win medals will incentivize the Chorus to hone its skills and up its game, their focus will always be on the pursuit of their mission: “ To create joy for ourselves and our audiences through quality Barbershop singing.”

The MSC rehearse every Monday night 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Spring Creek Church Hall in Ferry Street.

Interested parties may contact Johan at 021 062 1057 email jduplessis@xtra.co.nz or Don at 021 0826 3132 email donaldarthurquick@gmail.com

Community Choir Lifts Spirits So- here you are, just arrived in Blenheim, and wondering what there is to see and do in the early evening. Why not take a stroll around the inmost areas of the town, around the river, past the ASB Theatre, down Alfred Street to Seymour Square, with its beautiful trees and gardens tended by gifted horticulturists. There, in particular, you can see an outstanding free-form perennial border, spread under venerable, aged trees. Go round the corner heading north into Henry Street, and if it is a Tuesday evening, then as you approach the Wesley Centre, you will see the lights of a warmly lit auditorium, and hear the sounds floating out from a choir in its weekly rehearsal.

Known as Blenheim Choral, this is a community choir, un-auditioned, and welcoming all comers.This year it is celebrating its 60th anniversary. Over the course of those 60 years, it has had many great moments, and for the last seven years it has been directed brilliantly

by Robert Tucker, a well-known baritone and opera singer. His decision to live and raise his family in the friendly atmosphere of a provincial town has brought a huge benefit to the choir. Using his knowledge of voice production and of great music, delivered through fun and laughter, he helps people discover that they can sing so much better than they ever thought they could.

After the last two years of lockdowns, social distancing, and ongoing disruptions, it has been hugely important for the choir to get back together. It was already a proven fact that singing together is an excellent boost for both physical and mental health,

and the recent years of isolation have thrown that fact into stark relief. If you see the singers coming out after rehearsal, you will see them all in good spirits, chatting happily and feeling uplifted.

Normally Blenheim Choral produces two concerts a year, taking in the many styles and preferences that different people have. They have presented collections of Broadway songs, featuring Cole Porter and Rodgers and Hammerstein; of songs by David Bowie and Queen; of folk songs, Gospel songs, “Art” songs; and then songs from the classical repertoire, such as Vivaldi’s Requiem, Faure’s Requiem, and “The Armed Man by Karl Jenkins.

Most recently, they prepared an opera, “Acis and Galatea”, by Handel, which, in the end, could only be performed as choruses because of lockdown restrictions. This was a huge disappointment. But most loved of all, is always Handel’s Messiah. Because everything is still so uncertain, it has been decided that the choir will just concentrate on the joy of singing together through the winter months, rather than trying to mount a mid-year concert. Then, all the stops will be pulled out for a performance of the Messiah. This will be on Dec 9 at the Nativity Church. There will be guest soloists from around New Zealand, and the great organist, Jonathan Berkahns, will play. It will be a real Christmas treat.

Come back to Blenheim in December and hear this great work.

To find out more about Blenheim Choral, look up Https://www.facebook.com/BlenheimChoral marlboroughsingers@gmail.com www.marlboroughsingers.org

A visit to the Makana Boutique Chocolate Factory is an experience not to be missed.

Come watch us make our tantalising confections, Makana Confections – Hand Made in New Zealand since 1998. Makana - the ultimate chocolate experience!

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Hunter’s Wines are recognised as one of the pioneers of the Marlborough wine industry.

Established by Irishman, the late Ernie Hunter in 1979, the company is headed by Jane Hunter. 40 years on, Jane is one of the most awarded women in the New Zealand wine industry with an impressive set of accolades, including an O.B.E and is a Companion of the New Zealand

Order of Merit (CNZM). Jane is supported by her brother-in-law Peter Macdonald and nephews, James Macdonald and Edward Macdonald.

After winning international acclaim in 1986 at the London Sunday Times Wine Festival with the 1985 Fumé Blanc, Hunter’s Wines have gone on to win numerous international awards, trophies, and accolades.

Still 100% family owned, Hunter’s search for excellence never ceases.

New varietals, new wine making techniques and new branding constantly keeps the team at Hunter’s true to their commitment of “bringing world class wines to the world.”

The Cellar Door is located in the original farmhouse on the Rapaura Road Winery site. Renovated in late 2017, the farmhouse villa

characteristics have been retained and offer wine tastings and light lunches inside as well as in the award-winning gardens.

Visitors are encouraged to wander through the native garden, visit the art studio and linger in the Cellar Door garden with a glass or bottle of wine, paired with a selection from the lunch menu.

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Great tasting food, freshly made, delicious coffee and friendly service. Fantastic for breakfast, morning tea, brunch and lunch.

We have a gorgeous cabinet full of delicious food, ranging from the best macaroni cheese to delectable chicken filos.

We also have a full case dedicated just to Gluten free savoury, sweets and salads as well as gluten free fries.

We have a large breakfast / lunch menu available from when we open until 230 pm, this include such delights as bacon and banana waffles, our old fashioned mince on toast with CBD’s own Worcester sauce, Kumara rostis with avocado and tomatoes, and our take on the big breakfast, our delicious Hearty breakfast… Lets not forget Eggs benedict as well.

Check out our website below for the full menu. Bookings during the weekend are recommended.

Open Mon – Fri 7.30am – 3.30pm Weekend & Public Holidays (when open) 8am – 3pm

41 Queen Street, Blenheim | 03 5777300 | E: cbdblenheim@outlook.com | www.cbdcafe.nz 9

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Speight’s Ale House Blenheim — generous to a fault — Proud to be serving true southern hospitality to locals and visitors to Blenheim.

Open 7 days with a range of award winning traditional ales, beers and fine wines all complimented by an all day menu. Modern, comfortable surroundings with a range of outside dining options in the warm summer months and a roaring open fire to enjoy a drink with your mate when the weather is cooler.

RESTAURANT BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Book online www.alehouseblenheim.co.nz

TAKEAWAY MEALS AVAILABLE - order via phone -

Phone 03 577 9992 Find us on Facebook & Instagram Website www.alehouseblenheim.co.nz

Welcome to the Goodhome Marlborough.

There is a place like home — come on in, put your feet up, stay awhile...

We are a pub with an eye for the different and delicious.

Come and experience our enticing array of drinks at the bar, the tempting treats on the menu and the smiles of the friendly folk who will serve them to you.

Please phone for current opening hours — reservations recommended.

Book online: www.goodhomebar.co.nz

Phone: 03 577 6495 Follow us on:

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Exciting new menu using the finest local produce.

Locals are welcome to dine with us

Dine in comfort with our delicious menu using the finest local produce.

Restaurant or Poolside!

Located in the heart of the Chateau Marlborough, 97 High Street, Blenheim.

For bookings please call 03 578 0064 ● Open 7 days a week ● Breakfast from 6.30am-10am ● Evening dining from 5.30pm 11

The very best of Thai and Vietnamese cooking adapted for the Kiwi palate. The menu is based around using the best local ingredients with a minimum of cooking – this is Asian fusion at its freshest and healthiest.

We cater for large groups and special functions.

Beat the lunch rush!

Chai Yo Cafe is the place to go in Blenheim if you want fast, fresh and delicious Thai and Asin fusion food for lunch or snacks. Choose from our delicious sushi; popular express lunches Pad Thais; pork dumplings and other snacks.

We cater for large groups and special functions.

Open Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm, Sat 9.30am - 4pm 67 Queen St, Blenheim Ph: 03 577 8238

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Open 7 Days 11.30 am - 2.30pm 4.30 pm- 9.00 pm 17 A Maxwell Rd, Blenheim Blenheim: 03 578 4887 www.thelemongrass.co.nz

From classic Chinese to Thai and Japanese dishes, embrace the richness and diversity of Asian cuisine.

We cater for large groups and special functions.

Open 7 Days 11.00 am - 2.00 pm 4.30 pm- 9.00 pm 31 Maxwell Road, Blenheim Ph: 03 579 1118

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Mike Ponder Gallery

The Best Known Fast Food Outlet in Blenheim!

The Mike Ponder Gallery is open Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm or by appointment.

TAKEAWAYS The tastiest range of your favourite Fish and Chips, and Asian Food Self Service Chinese Buffet with 10 Dishes also available

A must for art lovers.

It features paintings, Giclee’s, prints, gifts, and books by renowned NZ artists, Mike and Richard Ponder.

17 Francis Street Blenheim • Ph: 03 572 4013 • E: mikeponderartist@gmail.com

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Lunch : Open Tues - Sat 11.30am - 2.00pm Dinner : Open Mon - Sun 4.30pm - 8 pm

11 Boyce Street, Springlands, Blenheim � 03 578 9444

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Wander into town and find beautiful clothing, jewellery, bags and shoes at No.4 Boutique

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Steve Halton Wood Artist Steve designs and creates bespoke boxes and wall sculptures from his studio in the Wairau Valley Marlborough. He uses mainly New Zealand-grown timber to produce bespoke works which highlight the natural beauty of the chosen woods.

Where to see my work My Studio Workshop 16 Church Lane Wairau Valley Blenheim

AA one one stop stop shopping shopping for for everyone everyone you you love love Blue Blue Penguin Penguin New New Zealand Zealand Gifts Gifts isis aa proudly proudly locally locally owned owned and and operated operated store. store.You You will will find find jewellery jewellery crafted crafted on on site, site,aawide wide range range NZ NZ made made goods, goods,including including NZ NZ greenstone greenstone and and bone bone carvings, carvings, Possum Possum & & Merino Merino woollen woollen garments, garments,natural natural skincare skincare products, products, locally themed gifts, arts and more. locally themed gifts, arts and more.

Our Our store store isis opposite opposite the the Blenheim Blenheim railway railway station station at at corner corner of of Grove Grove Road Road and and Nelson Nelson Street, Street,with with ample ample free free parking. parking.We We open open 77 days, including most public holidays. days, including most public holidays.

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Soap making comes naturally We, Richard and Jenny, founded in 1998 our local business Jeymar Soap & Body and we still love to run it today. It is a boutique business run from premises on our five-acre rural home property by the Wairau River in the township of Wairau Valley, 38km southwest of Blenheim.

Our setting helps with the inspiration for our natural body products – great river, great mountains (the Richmond Range is right in front of us), in a great community.

Our little shop on our premises is open most of the time, and we welcome people to come and chat with us about the soap-making process, sample the many products we have available and, enjoy our fabulous view. Also, to meet our cute black lab, Kali.

We started up the business around the time of the arrival of our two children. In those early days, everything was done in

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the home kitchen but, over the years, we have progressed from there to a special manufacturing facility plus our shop.

Nowadays we are fortunate to supply a wide range of customers with our handmade body products, from top hotels/motels/lodges to health stores, pharmacies, and more.

A large part of our business comes from our specialty of personalising the label for the customer’s own business, allowing them to put their branding to the fore.

We are both heavily involved in a variety of local community groups - Richard is the Chief of the local Volunteer Fire Brigade and is also a Justice of the Peace. Jenny is involved with Blenheim Choral as a member and Secretary, and a Board of Trustee for our local historic memorial hall. On our small block, we also run free-range chickens and a few

organic cattle.

Our products include as well as 10 types of body soap - hair shampoo bar, plastic-free hair conditioner bar, lotions, body wash, wheat bags, and more plus a wide range of giftware too. We take pride in using as many locally sourced ingredients as we can, and we don’t use any artificial colours, fragrances, or preservatives. Just pure essential oils and ingredients from nature.

Please feel free to call us, or come and visit. We are at 33 Church Lane, Wairau Valley.

Ph 03 5722 547.

Web: jeymarsoap.nz, Email: soap@jeymar.co.nz Facebook: www.facebook.com/ JeymarSoap

In our production processes we conserve wherever possible and have reduced our waste to near zero.

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• A significant proportion of our ingredients is sourced locally thereby supporting the local economy and cutting down on shipping • It is company policy that waste is kept to an absolute minimum: all organic matter is either composted or fed to our hens/cattle; all scrap soap is reused in the washing machine; anything possible is recycled or reused.

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Allan Scott Family Winemakers

The Wine Station Nelson St

Blenheim i-Site & Railway Station

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Ben Morven Rd

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Mount Riley Wines

Lawson’s Dry Hills

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Yealands Estate Wine

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Jacks Rd Terrace Rd

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Bladen Wines

Alma St

Lanark Lane

Bedford Rd

Conders Bend Rd

Nautilus Estate

Foxes Island Rd

Saint Clair u Rapa

Hunter’s Wines

Whitehaven

Pak Lims Rd

Framingham

The Vines Village

Jeffries Rd

Hans Herzog No.1 Estate Family Estate

Boyces Rd

Wairau River

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Please use the contact information to check opening hours.

Pinot Noir

Private Tours by Appointment

Other Whites

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Chardonnay

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Destination Highlights

229 Jacksons Road

64 3 572 7123

allanscott.com

Award winning wines. Casual & vibrant bistro. Enomatic machines, garden & loft.

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Bladen Wines

83 Conders Bend Road

64 27 231 0017 bladen.co.nz

Taste with the family & experience the friendliest welcome in Marlborough.

Clos Henri

639 State Highway 63

64 3 572 7923

closhenri.com

Set in St Solange Chapel with one foot in Marlborough & the other in Sancerre. Organic.

Cloudy Bay

230 Jacksons Road

64 3 520 9147

cloudybay.co.nz

Relaxed lunches & iconic views. Private experiences may be booked. EV charging.

Forrest

19 Blicks Road

64 3 572 9084

forrest.co.nz

Unique wines, tasting trays & cheese platters. Park-like grounds. Home of The Doctors’.

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Framingham

19 Conders Bend Road

64 3 572 8884

framingham.co.nz

Relax in the courtyard, explore the underground cellar, winery tours by appointment.

FROMM Winery

15 Godfrey Road

64 3 572 9355

frommwinery.co.nz

Known for organic red wines & international cork screw collection. Lunch platters.

Hans Herzog Estate

81 Jeffries Road

64 3 572 8770

herzog.co.nz

Handcrafted wines from organic, family owned estate. Eclectic range of grape varieties.

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22 Boyces Road

64 3 572 8326

huiavineyards.com

Organic wines made from the land with love by the Allan Family since 1996.

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603 Raupara Road

64 3 572 8803

hunters.co.nz

A rich history and pioneer of Marlborough wine. Gallery & native gardens.

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Jackson Estate

77 Jacksons Road

64 3 572 9500

jacksonestate.co.nz

Best Pinot Noir 2019 IWSC. Open fire & food truck. Private tastings in cave cellar.

Johanneshof Cellars

945 State Highway 1

64 3 573 7035

johanneshof.co.nz

Celebrating 30yrs handcrafted wines & spirits. NZ’s 1st underground rock cellar by appt.

Lawson’s Dry Hills

238 Alabama Road

64 3 578 7674

lawsonsdryhills.co.nz

Intimate tasting room, award winning wines, sunny courtyard, local foods.

Mount Riley Wines

10 Malthouse Road

64 3 577 9900

mountriley.co.nz

Family owned and operated. Down to earth quality.

Nautilus Estate

12 Rapaura Road

64 3 572 6008

nautilusestate.com

Intimate, comfortable, relaxed place to enjoy award-winning wines & delicious platters.

No.1 Family Estate

169 Rapaura Road

64 3 572 9876

no1familyestate.co.nz NZ Méthode pioneers & specialists since 1980. Champagne origins 1684. Family owned.

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130 Hammerichs Road

64 3 579 6421

rockferry.co.nz

Unique organic wine varieties. Delicious house made platters. Stunning garden outlook.

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Saint Clair

13 Selmes Road

64 3 570 5280

saintclair.co.nz

Enjoy locally sourced lunch in the middle of the vines.

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Spy Valley Wines

37 Lake Timara Road West

64 3 572 6207

spyvalleywine.co.nz

Seek Spy, Find why. Sustainably Crafted. Family Owned. For Wine Lovers.

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Sugar Loaf Wines

230 Rapaura Road

64 21 558 558

sugarloafwines.co.nz

Taste wine with the winemakers in our relaxed easy going cellar door.

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Te Whare Ra

56 Anglesea Street

64 3 572 8581

twrwines.co.nz

Est 1979. Organic vineyard & winery. Amazing Aromatics, Pinot Noir & Syrah.

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Tupari Wines

8 Mills Street, Seddon

64 21 432 208

tupari.co.nz

Visit the old Seddon Railway Station for an artisan Awatere Valley wine experience.

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Villa Maria

Cnr New Renwick & Paynters Rd

64 3 520 8472

villamaria.co.nz

Taste single vineyard wines at NZ’s most awarded & internationally admired winery.

Wairau River

11 Rapaura Road

64 3 572 9800

wairauriverwines.com A ‘must do’ Marlborough experience. Long lunches in the sun & open fire in winter.

Whitehaven

The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Rd

64 3 577 5177

whitehaven.co.nz

Make your own cheese board, sit back & enjoy our family friendly, lakeside setting.

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Wither Hills

211 New Renwick Road

64 3 520 8284

witherhills.co.nz

Visit Wither Hills Restaurant and Cellar Door for an incredible wine and food experience.

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Yealands Estate Wine

Cnr Seaview & Reserve Rd, Seddon 64 3 575 7618

yealands.co.nz

Discover stunning coastal scenery on our self-guided White Road tour.

Discover why Marlborough is a wine lover’s dream destination OUR TOP TIPS FOR EXPLORING

With more than 150 wineries and 27 cellar doors, indulging in a taste of incredible wines, from the iconic to the organic and boutique, is easy.

• Book a guided tour or create your own bespoke self-drive wine trail.

• Hire a bike to slow down and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you pedal between cellar doors.

• Pair your tastings with a delicious gourmet platter, vineyard lunch or dinner at an incredible restaurant.

• Many cellar doors have seasonal hours, so check their website before you go.

As New Zealand’s largest wine region, there are many intriguing varieties to explore. Discover the unique flavours of our world-famous sauvignon blanc, try our rich, exquisite pinot noir, intense chardonnay, fine sparkling wines and vivacious aromatics, many of which are exclusively served in our tasting rooms.

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Along the way, you’ll learn about the wine pioneers who recognised something special in this land in the 1880s, a century before the first vines of the modern era were planted, and our sauvignon blanc hit the international stage. Visit some of those original wine labels, meet the families who continue the legacy, and find out why our soils, climate and winemakers’ visions make our award-winning wines impossible to imitate.

However you choose to explore our region, you’ll soon know why the world celebrates Marlborough wine.

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