Welcome to Our World
We warmly welcome members of the 2025 New Zealand Indoor Bowls Open and Masters Championships to the Ashburton District, also called Mid Canterbury. It's fabulous to have you in town for the week to enjoy not only the bowls, but everything we have to offer.
If you find yourself with some down time during the Championships, we have plenty of great activities to keep you busy, fabulous hospitality spots and some great accommodation options as well.
Why not take advantage of the below offers that are exclusively available to you as participants in the NZIB Open and Masters Championships?
If you would like to book any of the below offers, please remember to mention that you are part of the NZIB Championships to ensure you receive the advertised offer.
Enjoy your time in the district, we hope you enjoy yourself and best of luck in the Championships.
DISCOVER THE RAKAIA GORGE
With incredible photo opportunities looking out to Mt Hutt and up to the Southern Alps, this trip is highly recommended if you have the time available.
DEAL DETAILS
For bookings with Discovery Jet of 4 or more people involved in the tournament pay only $99 per adult on our 45 minute tour. Standard rates are $110 per adult, special price $99 per adult.
Offer valid from 05/06/2025 - 16/06/2025
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Airport Transfers
DEAL DETAILS
Book a return trip from Christchurch Airport to Ashburton and receive a 50% discount on the return price.
Both journeys must be booked and prepaid by Monday 2nd June.
Please use promo code BOWLS25 when booking.
Offer valid for bookings between 4th to 17th June 2025.
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Fly High
Adventure Balloons NZ is a renowned hot air ballooning company offering exhilarating and picturesque hot air balloon flights over the stunning landscapes of New Zealand. Our experienced team ensures a personalised and memorable, safe adventure, allowing you to experience the tranquility and thrill of hot air ballooning. Hold your space with just a 15% deposit, when you book direct with us.
DEAL DETAILS
Receive $80 off per person when booking your flight. Please use the promo code: BOWLING25 when booking directly from our website.
A full refund will be applied if the flight can't go ahead due to weather.
Offer valid for bookings between 7th to 15th June 2025.
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English Little Pub - The Brantwood Arms
Welcome to The Brantwood Arms, the charming new addition to Trott's Garden in Ashburton. This delightful replica English ‘little pub’ captures the essence of a classic countryside tavern, offering an authentic and cosy atmosphere where guests can unwind and enjoy a taste of traditional English hospitality.
DEAL DETAILS
Pie & a Pint or Pinot
+Bacon Butty & a Pint or Pinot
+Devonshire Tea
+Sausage scrolls & tea or coffee
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No dietary requirements are able to be catered for. Bookings are essential. Meals will be served in the 1916 Historic Brantwood Chapel. Also, please note that the Gardens are not open to viewing as they are closed for Winter maintenance.
Offer available for bookings between Thursday, 12th and Sunday, 15th June 2025, 10am to 2pm.
Accommodation - Methven
Abisko Lodge, Apartments and Campsite offer Methven accommodation options close to the foothills of Mount Hutt.
Just one hour’s comfortable drive from Christchurch International Airport, Abisko accommodation offers travellers a wide range of facilities to suit most budgets.
We have one of Methven's largest ranges of accommodation available to you - we are sure to have an option that suits you best.
DEAL DETAILS
Receive 20% off advertised rate for all Apartment and Lodge Rooms (excludes Cabin and Powered Sites)
If booking on the website, enter the Discount code: BOWLS
Cancellations within 48 hours prior to the day of arrival will incur a cancellation fee equivalent of to 100% of the room cost as booked.
Available for bookings from 7th to 14th June 2025 (inclusive).
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Free Soft or Sports Drink
Virtual reality experiences right in the heart of Ashburton, just an hour's drive from Christchurch. Virtual & Retro offers a range of games, simulators and virtual escape rooms offering a superb range of activities – whether you’re a single visitor or a group looking for a challenge.
DEAL DETAILS
Receive a free soft drink or sports drink when you purchase a one hour (or more) VR session.
Limited to one drink per person.
Please use the promo code: NZBOWLS when booking directly from our website.
Offer valid from 9th - 15th June 2025
1 Free Night Stay
The STAVELEY Boutique Lodge welcomes guests who appreciate unique style, luxurious comfort and sophistication.
If you seek space, privacy and tranquillity, The STAVELEY is the idyllic accommodation experience located on the Inland Scenic Route 72 – the perfect location to enjoy everything the foothills of the Southern Alps and Mid Canterbury region has to offer.
DEAL DETAILS
Stay 7 Nights - pay for 6.
Based on twin or double room.
Includes cooked breakfast.
20% deposit is required upon reservation
Offer starts 6th June - ends 14th June 2025
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Enjoy 10% Off a Weekday Soak
Feel stress float away as you immerse yourself in spectacular landscape, nestled at the foothills of the Southern Alps.
Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa began as a community idea and has evolved over two decades to deliver an exceptional experience, providing space for guests to relax and reconnect at the foothills of the Southern Alps.
DEAL DETAILS
Relax with a soak in Discovery or Tranquility at Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa.
Enter promo code NZBOWLS when you book.
Discount valid for 2hr and 4hr soaks in Discovery and Tranquility during applicable dates. Standard Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa T&Cs apply - refer to opuke.nz.
Offer available from Monday 16 - Friday 20 June 2025
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We can provided bespoke day trips for groups of up to 10, either for your planned activities or we can recommend activities for you.
DEAL DETAILS
Your activities or our recommendations.
Maximum of 10 people.
Ideal for non playing partners.
Subject to driver and vehicle availability, need to be booked at least 48 hours in advance.
Please use promo code BOWLS25 when booking.
Available from 7th to 14th June, excluding Sunday, 8th June and Friday, 13th June.
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10% Off All Food
Smoke, your premier destination for authentic low and slow American BBQ. As a family owned restaurant, we take pride in delivering mouthwatering dishes that pay homage to the time-honoured techniques of low and slow smoking.
Our menu boasts an array of tantalising options, from succulent brisket to sticky, fall of the bone ribs to flavourful pulled pork and tender lamb. Also a stand out are our sharing plates of southern fried chicken, pork belly bites, buffalo chicken wings plus much more.
DEAL DETAILS
Receive 10% discount all food items at Smoke Ashburton.
Show your competition ID in person to receive the discount OR if booking online use promo code BOWLS25 in the Notes section.
Applies to competitors only.
Applies to food only.
Includes lunch and dinner.
Is not valid on a Road House Tray or Ribeye Steak.
Offer available from 7th - 14th June 2025
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Afternoon Tea at Hemsworth Estate
Come to the countryside for Afternoon Tea at Hemsworth Estate. When you mention the bowls open, you'll receive a complimentary helping of freshly baked biscuits for free with any drink order.
Deal Details
This promotion is only valid during Afternoon Tea hours on Wednesday 11th June 2025 from 1:00-4:00pm.
Valid for any of the following drinks: French Press Coffee, Pot of Tea or Lemonade
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Explore More of the region
Ashburton
Ashburton (Maori: Hakatere) The main service centre for the district, combines city shopping and dining with rural friendliness. Ashburton is the commerical centre of Mid Canterbury, and there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, including the EA Network Centre that features several heated swimming pools, spa and steam room.
Ashburton
Ashburton (Maori: Hakatere) The main service centre for the district, combines city shopping and dining with rural friendliness. Ashburton is the commerical centre of Mid Canterbury, and there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained, including the EA Network Centre that features several heated swimming pools, spa and steam room.
Hinds
Located on the Canterbury Plains on the south bank of the Hinds River, Hinds is a typical rural village servicing the surrounding area, with a primary school and play centre, village shop, two churches, tavern, community centre, domain to cater for sports and recreation, and swimming baths.
Methven
Tranquil yet exhilarating, relaxing yet vibrant, Methven offers a perfect escape no matter what your taste or budget. Just one hour from Christchurch on Inland Scenic Route 72.
Mayfield
Mayfield is located about 35km from Ashburton on the Inland Scenic Route 72 that runs through Mid Canterbury. The community can trace its roots back to 1879 when the first post office was established.
Mt Somers & High Country
Mt Somers (Māori: Te Kiekie) and Mid Canterbury high-country offer some of the most spectacular landscape scenery in New Zealand, possibly the world. Mt Somers is the gateway to the Hakatere Conservation Park and the high country.
Rakaia
When you visit Rakaia, you will get to taste the community charm and take in the walkways, beauty and peacefulness that Rakaia has on offer. Oh, and get up close to the magnificent oversized Salmon.
Staveley
Staveley, where the handmade sausage rolls at the Staveley Cafe & Store (established in 1876) have a national following! It's also home to one of New Zealand's few community run outdoor ice skating and curling rinks.