Farm visitors are welcome, by prior appointment, for an "alpaca picnic". Expect an amusing and informative talk about the alpacas, hands on feel of the soft alpaca fibre and fashion, a cuppa and a cake, and the opportunity to meet and feed the alpacas and purchase momentoes to take home.

Our alpaca gallery is a great facility for people coming to visit the farm to see and learn about alpacas. With its displays of alpaca fibre and products, seating for 50 and a public address system, it is ideal for group visits.

Visitor-friendly features of our facilities are:

• Seating for 50
• Display of alpaca fibre and products
• Public address system for all to hear
• Vehicle access to the alpaca gallery door, and bus turning space
• Level access, sealed driveway, grassed walking areas
• All weather facility, with adjoining covered yards, so all stay dry
• Two toilets available in our adjacent house
• BBQ in garden setting for lunch and evening groups

Your hosts are Linda Blake and Nic Cooper
Book your farm visit and "alpaca picnic" at 03 318-1917
www.alpacasnz.co.nz

Set among 17 acres of walnut orchard is a walnut cracking and processing facility. Jenny and Malcolm Lawrence produce premium New Zealand walnut products from walnut paste to walnut oil, pickled walnuts and walnut chutney. See an organic orchard approaching maturity, cracking machines in action and, in season, the trickle of oil as it is cold pressed.

Your host is Jenny Lawrence
Book your tour by phoning or faxing her at (03) 347-8103

www.crackernut.com

From the ducks and chickens that greet you upon arrival, you will be welcomed into the warm atmosphere of the converted barn, which is now the Maclachlan family home. For a glimpse of yesteryear, step inside. Warm to the aroma of home cooking and traditional preserves. Discover bygone treasures, play the heirloom piano and revive memories of the past. Relax, quench your thirst or mingle amongst the miniature horses, alpacas, goats and bird life. Browse through the wild array of herbs and vegetables that grow in abundance. Pleasant memories will linger.

Your host is Mary
Book your tour by phoning her at (03) 347-9860. Fax is  (03) 347-9861

An avenue of sweet chestnuts forms the entrance to this property, where a variety of gourmet vegetables and garnishes for the restaurant trade are grown.Chinese artichokes, fennel bulbs, celeriac, salsify, scorzonera and white alpine strawberries are among the product grown. For those interested in contemporary architecture, the house and landscaped grounds can also be viewed.

Open for your tour from December to March
Your host is Diane Leighton
Book your tour by phoning or faxing her at (03) 347-9472

Welcome to Lavender Downs, home of the New Zealand Lavender Collection where lavender comes to life through a myriad of colour in a tranquil setting. Come and enjoy the heady fragrance — a sensual experience not to be missed! Virginia McNaughton has a range of lavender products for sale and Virginia is author of several international books on lavender.

Open Monday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, from August to May (incl)
Sundays by appointment
Your host o Virginia McNaughton
Book your tour by phoning them at (03) 347-9520

www.lavenderdowns.co.nz

Langdale Wine Estate is a great place with great food and award-winning wines. Set among the vineyard, and surrounded by established tress, rose and lavender gardens, Langdale Restaurant specialises in creative country cuisine. Langdale's professional chefs offer an extensive menu from light meals to full a la carte dining and Langdale's offers a children's menu and play area. Langdale's is a popular venue for corporate and private functions. Whatever the occasion — Langdale's has something to offer.

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11am, with late nights Friday and Saturday
Phone for your table at (03) 342-6266. Fax is (03) 342-4059