Welcome to Wrights Watergardens & Water Garden Function Centre

A unique watergarden located 45 minutes south of Auckland city. Ponds, gardens and pathways surround the historic Mauku Waterfall and rock quarry.The garden is a beautiful location for garden visits, weddings, special occasions and celebrations.

A garden nursery, gift shop and waterfall cafe are on site.

The Gardens History

Wrights Watergardens are built around the historic Mauku Waterfall and stream. The area has a rich and eventful history.

During the 1800s, a huge waterwheel was located at the top of the waterfall which powered the flax mill built beside it. Once dismantled, the area became a favourite picnic spot and the site of many wedding proposals.

After the Second World War, the land was turned into a rock quarry which provided much of the hard metal for the roads leading out to the local steel mill. After the quarry was abandoned, noxious weeds and rubbish covered the area for
several decades.

The quarry has now been transformed into a 4-acre garden, beautiful in all seasons. A different scene emerges each day, from the ever-changing selections of trees, shrubs and native plants. Waterlilies, lotus and iris all flourish in this stunning setting.

We hope you are able to come and experience the beauty and uniqueness of Wrights Watergardens for yourself.

Location

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ANZAC DAY THE GARDENS WILL OPEN AT 1PM


GARDENS CLOSE FOR THE SEASON ON SUNDAY 13TH MAY MOTHERS DAY.


THE FUNCTION ROOM IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE FOR GROUPS, SPECIAL OCCASION MORNING TEAS, LUNCHES AND DINNERS. 


THE WATERGARDENS ARE OPEN EVERYDAY FROM
 10-00AM UNTIL 4-30PM
UP UNTIL AND INCLUDING SUNDAY 13TH MAY, MOTHERS DAY 

BRING A PICNIC & YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS TO RELAX & ENJOY THE PEACE & TRANQUILITY OF THE WATERGARDENS

DON'T FORGET YOUR CAMERA

OUR NEW IMPORTS HAVE BEEN RELEASED FROM QUARANTINE SO LOOK FORWARD TO SOME BEAUTIFUL NEW HYBRID LOTUS AND WATERLILIES

This growing season has seen several new lotus plants blooming.   We do have a competition in place at the moment to name a new hybrid lotus which was bred by Dr Diake Tian from China.   If you would like to try naming a new lotus please email us for an entry form. 

Hardy Waterlilies are blooming well.   Tropical Waterlilies and Lotus are blooming   The Numany waterlily plDants in flowerdd

 

For the Kids

The gardens are a great place for a family day out. Kids especially love our turtle colony and the eel pond! Due to height and water hazards, children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

For the Dogs

We warmly invite you to bring your dog out to enjoy the gardens with you. We ask that you bring a leash and clean up any mess the dog may make.

 Opening times

THE WATERGARDENS  GIFT SHOP & NURSERY ARE OPEN  EVERY DAY10-00AM TO 4-30PM UNTIL SUNDAY MAY 6TH 2012.   wE ARE CLOSED EASTER GOOD FRIDAY AND ANZAC DAY.

WATERGARDEN CAFE IS CLOSED FOR CASUAL DINING AND IS NOW A FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE FOR WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS   PLEASE EMAIL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED USING OUR FUNCTION ROOM FOR YOUR FUNCTION.

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Garden Entry Prices

Adults	$8
Seniors (65+)	$7
Children (5-15yrs)	$4
Family (2 adults & 2 children)	$20
Dogs are free.

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