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The Rusty Acre

1 Roscrea Place, Mandeville, Christchurch, Canterbury.

Overview

The Rusty Acre is home to Sculptor, Allan O'Loughlin and his partner, Andrea. It is situated 25 minutes north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.

Established from a bare paddock in 1993, this garden has become an outdoor gallery to the most incredible collection of steel sculptures with over 70 scattered throughout this two-acre garden. From a fairy climbing a tree, a woman stooping to pick a flower and a man cycling by on his penny farthing, there is something of interest for everyone.

Walkways lead you on a visual feast, in and out of garden rooms, around 2 ponds, past a vegetable and herb garden and an orchard. Plantings include rhododendrons, camellia, cornus, specialty trees with underplantings, climbers, roses, hostas, perennials and more.

A large table is set under a massive steel candelabra, and seats eight. Stop for a rest, listen to the birds, and enjoy the tranquillity. Bring a picnic.

As you step into our world of whimsy you won't want to miss Andrea's home décor gift shop; a gorgeous space full of special pieces to cherish, from jewellery, scarfs, soaps with French-inspired home items, mirrors, vases and ornaments. It is a treasure trove of old and new furniture restyled by Andrea. Nearby is Allan's workshop where you may find him creating. He is always happy to stop and show his visitors his latest works.

 

The Gardener

The Rusty Acre is home to Sculptor, Allan O'Loughlin and his partner, Andrea. It is situated 25 minutes north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.

Garden Size

This garden has become an outdoor gallery to the most incredible collection of steel sculptures with over 70 scattered throughout this two-acre garden.

Weddings

Our garden is available for wedding photography and small boutique weddings.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_MuGbMde0o

Other Facilities

Info

  • Price
    Sculpture garden $15 per person. Children are free.
  • Parking
    We have a small car park and a large road verge for bus parking. The entrance is off McHugh's Rd with a walkthrough gateway in the hedge.
  • Wheelchair Access
    We are wheelchair friendly.
  • Dogs allowed?
    No dogs thankyou.
  • Food available?
    High teas are on specific dates advertised on our FB page and are limited to 25 people.
  • Picnics
    A large table is set under a massive steel candelabra, and seats eight. Stop for a rest, listen to the birds, and enjoy the tranquillity. Bring a picnic.
  • Children allowed?
    Yes but please supervise as we have ponds.
  • Toilets?
    We do have toilet facilities available.
  • Seating
    There are sitting areas throughout, a grand table under a massive steel chandelier, all created by Allan.
  • Plants/Sales
    Our shop is full of beautiful home items and special pieces to cherish, from jewellery, scarves, and soaps to French-inspired home items, mirrors, vases and ornaments including furniture restyled by Andrea. Nearby is Allan's workshop where you may find him creating. He is always happy to stop and show his visitors his latest works. The sculptures in the garden are not for sale.
  • Guided Tours
    Allan and Andrea are happy to show you around the grounds if they aren't busy in the shop or sculpturing.

Map

1 Roscrea Place, Mandeville, Christchurch, Canterbury.

It is situated 25mins north of Christchurch in a settlement called Mandeville.