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Activities near Tatum Park
See the map below for the location of the activities listed on this page relative to Tatum Park...
School Camp Activities - Idea 1:
Air Force Museum
Experience the compelling story of our military aviators from the war years to today's Air Force. Hands-on and interactive displays provide an opportunity to experience what it is like to be a military aviator.
School Camp Activities - Idea 2:
Trolley Bus Museum
Seventeen fully operational and beautifully restored buses, this is the largest private collection in the world. Also at the Museum are fire engines, ambulance, over tower trucks and collectable telephones. Lond double-decker and trolley bus rides on demand.
School Camp Activities - Idea 3:
The Doll Gallery
The only one of its kind in New Zealand. View the only collection of the "Princess of Wales gowns". Antiques, old dolls, modern dolls, antique reproductions and originals - all dressed up in their sunday best. Enter a fantasy world of ruffles, lace and cascading ribbons.
School Camp Activities - Idea 4:
The National Museum of Audio Visual Arts and Sciences
A unique repository of film, electronics, audio visual and communications science. School groups studying various aspects of communications or the history of communications are welcome to discuss their project and access our resources under supervision. The Museum theatre seats 200 persons and is available for hire by approved groups.
School Camp Activities - Idea 5:
"de Molen" The Foxton Windmill
De Molen is a marvelous example of traditional Dutch, 17th Century craftsmanship. Visitors able to climb the stairs will be conducted through the mill to see it in action. The function of De Molen is to mill flour with millstones in the traditional manner.
School Camp Activities - Idea 6:
Owlcatraz
Meet our native NZ Owls, Owl Capone, Owl McPherson, and Owlvis Presley in surroundings never seen before. Experience the nostalgia of Ye Olde Shannon Jail and maybe pat Big Red, the largest cattle beast in the world. Guided tours daily.
School Camp Activities - Idea 7:
Flaxville
Visit this early 20th Century model town built to a scale of 1:24. Models of past and present buildings, from towns all over New Zealand, complete with a working model railway.
School Camp Activities - Idea 8:
Mangahao Power Station
Motorists can drive to various Dams - Dam 1:45 mins; Dam 2:30 mins; Dam 3:20 mins.
School Camp Activities - Idea 9:
Mangahao White Water Slalom
Offers international standard white water training opportunities. Full-length runs, short courses and technique sessions are the best options.
School Camp Activities - Idea 10:
Horowhenua Aquatic Centre
A modern indoor-heated 25m complex with teaching and toddler's pools, water-slide and BBQs. Open all day, all year round.
School Camp Activities - Idea 11:
Hokio Sands Mini Putt
An 18 hole mini-putt with a driving range and practice facility. Group bookings all year round.
School Camp Activities - Idea 12:
Murrayfield Clydesdales
A place of childhood dreams of the Wild West, with the magnificent gentle giants, the Clydesdale Horses. See the huge Glasshouses producing year round stems of Lillies for the export market, or take a guided tour round the Pioneer Museum. Special programmes with project material for schools by arrangement.
School Camp Activities - Idea 13:
Levin Adventure Park
A new park, featuring: a flying fox; slide; sand volley ball court; tumbling drums; climbing wall; and a skating and rollerblading area. There is also an indoor kiosk seating 24 people with free hotwater and use of the Microwave. An ideal spot for a toilet stop and a cup of tea.
School Camp Activities - Idea 14:
Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum
New Zealand's most comprehensive range of steam engines - all types and sizes. See them running (by arrangement) and have a wander through the Museum.
School Camp Activities - Idea 15:
Otaki Forks
Beautiful bush flanks the Otaki River, where you can enjoy easy walking tracks, have a picnic and experience the history of the area.
School Camp Activities - Idea 16:
Hyde Park Museum and Craft Village
School parties are especially welcome at Hyde Park. Conducted tours, project material and special displays to fit in with current studies are available on request. Enjoy a nostalgic journey through our kiwi lifestyle.
School Camp Activities - Idea 17:
Nga Manu Nature Reserve
See a diverse range of native flora and fauna amongst 15 hectares of natural coastal wetland bush reserve. Kiwi, Tuatara, Morepork, Silver Fern bush walks and many other Kiwi icons. Outdoor education and New Zealand species recovery programmes, feed the eels, and much more.
School Camp Activities - Idea 18:
Southward Museum Trust
The Southward Museum has on show a selection of vehicles from one of the largest and most comphrensive privately-owned collections of veteran and vintage cars in the Southern Hemisphere. Set in beautiful grounds there is also a cafetaria on site.
School Camp Activities - Idea 19:
Lindale Tourism Complex and Farm Show
A huge tourist complex, featuring sheep shearing and cow milking, farm walks, plus Alpaca, Llama, and Emu. Eight speciality shops and much more.
School Camp Activities - Idea 20:
Paekakariki Tramway Museum
Take a tram ride down to the Beach, have a picnic in the sand, use the play area, have a swim and return to your transport at the gate.
School Camp Activities - Idea 21:
Trust Porirua Aquatic Centre
Featuring a 25m Pool with the added bonus of the Wave machine, Vortex, Bubble Pit, and the Lazy River, makes for a great day out.
School Camp Activities - Idea 22:
New Zealand Police Museum
Evidence of History in action - full to the brim with displays and open to the public Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. School groups receive a special discount.
School Camp Activities - Idea 23:
Wellington City
The seat of Government, compact, multi-cultural, diverse and forever changing. There are too many great places to visit to list here, but they include: Parliament; The Zoo; Te Papa (worth a day on its own); and many fine beaches. We would be happy to devise a tour for you so that you make best use of your time in the Capital, especially if you are travelling by bus. Feel free to contact us anytime.
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