Hire
The Canterbury Horticultural Centre in Hagley Park South is recognised as one of the most flexible conference facilities in Christchurch.
Not only can you drive vehicles into its main hall, which makes it ideal for trade displays, but also with the addition of marquees, on the back lawn, it is large enough to cater for thousands of people.
Truly a wonderful conference retreat surrounded by some of New Zealand’s most magnificent parklands, but still in the centre of the city.
There are a number of self contained areas in the centre which can cater for small or medium size groups. Kitchens are well appointed and you can provide your own beverage and make your catering arrangements if desired.
The Templin Hall
The Templin Hall provides a blank canvas for your event. Access doors from the foyer, the main carpark and through the loading dock allow for ease of set up and entry for your participants at this downstairs venue.
– Theatre style seating for 300
– Classroom seating - 100
– Standing cocktail party – 400
– Banquet seating -200
The Templin Hall dimensions
- 24 m (long) x 19 m (wide)
– 456 sq metres floor space
– has upper mezzanine 24m (long) x 3.6m (wide)
– further 86 sq metres floor space
– floor is half carpet, half wooden
On site equipment
– chairs 250
– tables - trestles
– screen - on wall for visual presentations
– preparation room
– pa system
– kitchen and servery
– additional equipment is available through suppliers
Also a fabulous Wedding Venue
Watling Lounge
The Watling is a welcoming lounge space suitable for smaller groups and presentations on the ground floor of the Horticultural Centre.
– Theatre style seating for 50
– Classroom seating – 20
– Standing cocktail party – 60
The Watling Lounge dimensions
- 10 m (long) x 7.2 m (wide)
– 72 sq metres floor space
– floor is fully carpeted
On site equipment
– chairs – 50
– tables - squares
– portable whiteboard
– kitchen and servery
– additional equipment is available through suppliers
PC Browne Room
The P C Browne Room is a bright open upstairs space. At mid room there is a split level with a room divider.
– Theatre style seating -100
– Classroom seating – 50
– Standing cocktail party – 130
– Banquet seating – 40
The P C Browne Hall dimensions
- 20 m (long) x 6.7 m (wide)
– 134 sq metres floor space
– floor is fully carpeted
On site equipment
– chairs – 60
– tables - trestle and squares
– screen - on wall for visual presentations
– kitchen and servery
– additional equipment is available through suppliers
Ground Floor
The centre has easy access for the disabled with a lift up to the first floor. Drive in access is also available. There is an exhibit preparation room associated with Templin Hall.
First Floor
The first floor area is self contained with its own kitchen and toilets. The PC Browne Room can be divided into two for smaller meetings.
Equipment
A limited number of chairs and tables are included in the hire charges. A PA system is available in the Templin Hall and PC Browne Room. Whiteboard, slide projector, overhead projector, office fax and phone are available by arrangement.
This is a no smoking venue.
Cleaning of the venue after your use is available through our own cleaner.
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Tel: (03) 366 6937 Email: office@chsgardens.co.nz
