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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LOTUS ARE BLOOMING BEAUTIFULLY

WATERGARDENS

 ARE OPEN EVERYDAY FROM 10-00AM UNTIL 4-30PM UP UNTIL THE END OF THE LOTUS FESTIVAL

AS FROM MONDAY 13TH FEBRUARY NORMAL HOURS WILL RESUME

 NORMAL  HOURS ARE

HONESTY BOX FOR GARDEN ADMISSION MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

GARDEN, NURSERY, GIFT SHOP OPEN WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY

10-00AM TO 4-30PM.


DON'T MISS THE

LOTUS FESTIVAL STARTS 28TH JANUARY

SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT


MADOLINE ORCHESTRA
SUNDAY 5TH FEB
1PM TO 3PM


NOES BUTT WILL ENTERTAIN PLAYING HER HARP AND CREATING A MAGICAL ATMOSPHERE AMONGST THE GARDENS
SUNDAY 29TH JANUARY
SATURDAY 4TH FEBRUARY
SUNDAY 12TH FEBRUARY


CAROL GILFILLAN
WILL ENTERTAIN WITH GENTLE JAZZ AND EASY LISTENING MUSIC IN THE SUMMER HOUSE ON
SUNDAY 5TH AND
SUNDAY 12TH FEBRUARY
BOTH DAYS 10-30AM TO
12-30PM

Hardy Waterlilies are blooming well.   Tropical Waterlilies and Lotus are blooming   The Nursery has many waterlily plants in flower

Lotus Festival will be held from Saturday 28th January 2012 until 12th February 2012
 
In the coming month we will be importing many new varieties of hybrid waterlilies.    After 3 months in quarantine look forward to seeing some spectacular new flowers.


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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  WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY 10-00AM TO 4-30PM

During our peak visiting time of January, February and March the gardens will be open on Mondays and Tuesdays for visitors to let themselves through.   Payment using an honesty box. 

WATERGARDEN CAFE IS CLOSED FOR CASUAL DINING AND IS NOW A FUNCTION ROOM AVAILABLE FOR WEDDINGS AND SPECIAL OCCASION FUNCTIONS



From 1st October we are open from 10am until 4.30pm Wednesday to Sunday.

From Mothers Day until 30th September we are CLOSED open by appointment for functions. Please email or phone to arrange visiting time. Thank you.

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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