Riccarton House & Bush is a unique New Zealand heritage site consisting of two historic buildings, flanked by beautiful open parkland and ornate gardens, bordered by the River Avon and set against extensive native bush forest featuring Kahikatea trees up to 600 years old.
This tranquil 12-hectare reserve is located just 3.5 km from Christchurch city centre.
From ceremonies to receptions Riccarton House is the perfect venue for your special day. Our restaurant and catering team based in the Heritage 1 Listed house provide a wonderful mix of old-world rustic charm with modern food, service and style.
We have a number of locations both inside the house and outside where we can host your wedding.
Our team will work closely with you to make sure every detail of your wedding is covered in the preparation for your big day.
We are able to host your wedding any day of the week. On Saturday's wedding can commence after the market from 3 pm.
Established in 2003 The Christchurch Farmers' Market is New Zealand's premier Farmers' Market was created from a desire to easily serve local, seasonal ingredients and produce to the people of Christchurch.
The market has grown from 10 stalls to now over 50 stalls each Saturday. Some of the original stallholders from the beginning are still with us today.
The Farmers' Market runs every Saturday from 9 am until 12.00 pm all year round. With the best of Canterbury's produce on offer, Hummingbird coffee and live music, the market is a must-do every week.
The market is widely acclaimed for both the quality and diversity of its fresh farm products, and artisan and prepared foods. It is renowned throughout the country as one of the top farmer's markets to visit. We aim to make sure that the actual stallholders are the producers themselves – people who grow, rear or bake the food that they sell.
Ask questions, explore their knowledge, get recipe ideas and find out what each stallholder has to offer.
Please note that there is no onsite parking on market days.
Disability access to the ground floor of Riccarton House only.
Yes, the grounds are flat and wheelchair friendly.
Dogs must on a lead.
Located at the historic homestead of Riccarton House, The Quarters at Riccarton House offers wholesome seasonal and rustic food. Many of our ingredients are sourced from our very own Farmers Market held every Saturday from 9 am on the grounds of the restaurant.
Fresh herbs, salads and other seasonal produce are also sourced from the 5 planter boxes outside the open working kitchen.
Dine either al fresco in our gorgeous rose courtyard or sit inside one of the heritage rooms with open fires and views over the Avon river.
Catch up with friends or family over a coffee or lunch at Local or talk to us about booking Local. for your next special event a wedding, birthday, anniversary or corporate events.
Opening Hours:
• Monday to Friday 9 am– 3 pm (Summer hours)
• Sunday 9 am – 4 pm
• Saturday the cafe is closed due to the Christchurch Farmers Market
• Other hours by prior arrangement
Please contact the Restaurant on:
• Phone: 03 348 6190
• Website: www.thequarters.co.nz
Public toilets are at the rear of the House.
Restaurant, Weddings, functions and catering enquiries contact The Quarters at Riccarton House.
Phone +64 03 348 6190
Email: events@thequarters.co.nz
Web: www.thequarters.co.nz
Guided heritage tours of Riccarton House operate every day at 11am (except Saturday). Experience the pioneering family story of dreams, love and promises…
Our tour entwines the Deans family story, from its origins in lowland Scotland to the triumphs and tragedy in New Zealand, with a guided experience of over 20 rooms throughout Riccarton House.
Rooms as diverse as the Victorian dining room, nursery, coal cellar, Edwardian bedrooms and Jane Deans 1856 bedroom are visited. All are fully restored and decorated and furnished in period style.
Many original family items, ranging from china, furniture, brogue shoes and a violin are on display. Our tour offers something for everyone and we confidently guarantee that you will enjoy the experience.
Adults $20
A student with ID $13
Senior (over 65) $16
Children (5 to 18) $5
Children under 5 free
Family $40 (2 adults plus 2 or more children)
We also offer private tours for pre-booked groups at times to suit. We can host clubs, societies, corporate and family and social groups, etc. An evening candlelit tour is a special experience. Morning/afternoon teas, lunch or cocktail food and beverage can be built into a tour package.
Guided eco-tours through the ancient native forest of Riccarton Bush are available for groups of 10 or more visitors. Bookings are essential. Please contact our Ranger for further details and your requirements.
16 Kahu Road, Riccarton, Christchurch 8041
By car: From the city centre take Deans Avenue through Hagley Park to Kilmarnock Street and the Kahu Road entrance.
From the airport follow Memorial Avenue, turn on Clyde Road and Kotare Street which also leads to the Kahu Road entrance.
By bus: No 23 bus from the city to Avonhead.
On foot: Allow 45 minutes to walk from the city centre through Hagley Park to Riccarton House and Bush. Only 5 minutes walk from Riccarton Mall on Riccarton Road.
Gardens to visit is a collection of New Zealand's most beautiful gardens that open to the public.
