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Patterson Park Wedding Venue

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Paterson Park and Gardens

162 Greenvale School Road, RD 5, Gore 9775

Overview

Paterson Park has 6 acres of extensive gardens filled with rhododendrons, trees, plants, hidden paths, small ponds, a creek, tranquil seating areas and more. Lorraine Paterson started the gardens in 1963 who's family began farming here in 1904. The garden is situated on the 746ha with Hereford cattle, Romney and Texel sheep browsing just over the fences.

Waikaka Station is currently home to 3 generations of the Paterson Family who live and work the family property together. Laurie took over the running of the farm from his parents Lorraine and Eric in 1965 and has farmed it ever since alongside his wife Sharon and now his son Ross who lives here with his wife Steph and their three children, Ollie Emmie and Leo who are the 6th generation here on the property.

 

The Gardener

Sharon and her friend Kaylene have recently restored and developed the gardens, showcasing the decades of love and hard work the gardens have received. The conifers have been allowed ample space to grow; their mature heights create a striking contrast against the smaller colourful flowers, plants and rhododendrons.
Our gardens look lovely during spring and summer when the rhododendrons and flowers are blooming,  creating bursts of colour amongst the lush greenery of the conifers and countryside. Then into the gorgeous autumn colours.

Garden Size

We have 6 acres of extensive gardens.

Weddings

On the hills above Waikaka, Paterson Park and Gardens’ beautiful vistas and spaces will charm you and your guests.
Our extensive gardens give various options to create the desired feeling for your unique garden wedding. Set in a generous six acres, Paterson Park and Gardens’ lush garden provides the perfect ambience and endless photo opportunities, for your garden wedding celebration or special event.
Should the weather be unkind, we have a museum that seats around 60 people. This is one of our rustic barns which used to house grain back in the day of the Clydesdale teams. There are ample parking areas for the bridal party and guests and easy access to the gardens from these facilities.

Other Facilities

We love to meet folk from around the globe and are happy to be able to offer a glimpse into farm life here at Waikaka Station. With opportunities to see sheep being shorn (pre-booking required, a minimum of 10), handle fleeces and watch the dogs work sheep in the yards we can provide an up-close and personal experience of some of our farm’s daily workings. Depends on what is happening on the farm.

We have a gift shop with locally made products of which a number are made for our wool. All products in the shop come with their own unique story. 

Woolshed Smoko - Afternoon teas and lunches can be provided as requested
$25 per head for demonstrations.

Info

  • Price
    Garden visits during spring weekend hours are a donation. At any other time, it's $10 per person.
  • Parking
    We have off-street parking for buses coaches and cars.
  • Wheelchair Access
    As the garden is slopping we offer to take people around in a golf cart, contact Sharon.
  • Dogs allowed?
    No dogs please as we are a working farm.
  • Food available?
    We have Devonshire teas available, please phone or text to book.
  • Cafe/Restaurant available?
    Café and Gift Shop are also open during spring weekends. Otherwise phone for a booking.
  • Picnics
    You are welcome to bring your picnic please remove your rubbish. Plenty of areas to explore and spaces to enjoy peace and tranquillity exist.
  • Children allowed?
    At Paterson Park and Gardens, the festive season is celebrated with an exciting Elf Hunt at the beginning of December. For Easter we run an Easter Bunny Hunt, the bunnies don’t make things easy and find the most interesting spots to hide.
  • Toilets?
    Yes, we have toilet facilities available.
  • Seating
    Come and enjoy our beautiful gardens. Plenty of areas to explore and spaces to enjoy peace and tranquillity exist.
  • Plants/Sales
    Yes, we have a gift shop and plants for sale.
  • Function Center?
    We have a small cottage available for functions or a covered area for wet weather.
  • Guided Tours
    You may want to come and wander around at your own pace but if you would like a guided tour so you don’t miss anything please let us know, we are more than happy to share our knowledge with you about the trees, flowers or the history of the place.

Map

162 Greenvale School Road, RD 5, Gore 9775