Explore the site of early Māori-Pākehā relationships at the heart of a former model farming village.
Visitor Information
Tours
- Guided, self-guided and group tours are available. Please contact us to book your group tour.
Mission House
- Explore Aotearoa New Zealand's second oldest house.
- Discover the remains of a model farming village, including the country's first water-powered flour mill.
- Browse some of Aotearoa New Zealand's oldest books.
Church
- Visit the nearby Gothic Revival Church of St John the Baptist.
Tours
- Guided, self-guided and group tours are available. Please contact us to book your group tour.
Mission House
- Explore Aotearoa New Zealand's second oldest house.
- Discover the remains of a model farming village, including the country's first water-powered flour mill.
- Browse some of Aotearoa New Zealand's oldest books.
Church
- Visit the nearby Gothic Revival Church of St John the Baptist.
November - April
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
May - October
- Saturday, Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm
Group bookings
- Group bookings are available on closed days by prior appointment for groups of 10 or more. Please contact us to find out more.
Public Holidays
- Closed Christmas Day
November - April
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm
May - October
- Saturday, Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm
Group bookings
- Group bookings are available on closed days by prior appointment for groups of 10 or more. Please contact us to find out more.
Public Holidays
- Closed Christmas Day
Member Free
Adult Guided Tour $10.00
Under 18 years Free
Groups Please contact us for group tour rates
Member Free
Adult Guided Tour $10.00
Under 18 years Free
Groups Please contact us for group tour rates
Church
St John the Baptist Church located next to Te Waimate Mission is owned by the Anglican Diocese of Auckland and been a central part of the history of Te Waimate Mission.
The Anglican community kindly make the church open to visitors. Sometimes the church may be in use and not available to the public. Services are held at the church on the fourth Sunday of every month.
Farm
After nearly two centuries, Te Waimate is still a working farm. Access to some areas maybe restricted due to farm animals and electric fences may be in use in these areas.
Food and Drink
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic with them to enjoy in our grounds. Please remember to take all food and rubbish with you.
Parking
There is parking on-site.
Kauri Dieback
Kauri dieback disease has a devastating effect on our kauri trees and forests and effects the Northland region. Please help us protect the historic kauri and other native trees in our grounds by ensuring you do not walk on the base of the trees or climb them as it spreads disease between trees.
Drones
Please do not fly drones at the mission without permission from Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Drones can frighten the farm animals and we like to ensure everyone can enjoy their visit.
Smoking and Vaping
All our properties are smoke and vape-free sites.
Church
St John the Baptist Church located next to Te Waimate Mission is owned by the Anglican Diocese of Auckland and been a central part of the history of Te Waimate Mission.
The Anglican community kindly make the church open to visitors. Sometimes the church may be in use and not available to the public. Services are held at the church on the fourth Sunday of every month.
Farm
After nearly two centuries, Te Waimate is still a working farm. Access to some areas maybe restricted due to farm animals and electric fences may be in use in these areas.
Food and Drink
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic with them to enjoy in our grounds. Please remember to take all food and rubbish with you.
Parking
There is parking on-site.
Kauri Dieback
Kauri dieback disease has a devastating effect on our kauri trees and forests and effects the Northland region. Please help us protect the historic kauri and other native trees in our grounds by ensuring you do not walk on the base of the trees or climb them as it spreads disease between trees.
Drones
Please do not fly drones at the mission without permission from Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Drones can frighten the farm animals and we like to ensure everyone can enjoy their visit.
Smoking and Vaping
All our properties are smoke and vape-free sites.
Te Waimate Mission is a two-storey building, with steps for entry, however a mobility ramp is available, just let our staff know you require it. The second floor and basement may not be suitable for people with mobility issues due to the steep angle of the stairs between floors.
Please note wheelchair users may find it difficult to navigate within the house due to the width of the doorframes and narrow passages. If you find this to be the case, our visitor hosts can share the history of our site with you from under the shade of the historic trees in our grounds or the comfort of the veranda.
Te Waimate Mission is a two-storey building, with steps for entry, however a mobility ramp is available, just let our staff know you require it. The second floor and basement may not be suitable for people with mobility issues due to the steep angle of the stairs between floors.
Please note wheelchair users may find it difficult to navigate within the house due to the width of the doorframes and narrow passages. If you find this to be the case, our visitor hosts can share the history of our site with you from under the shade of the historic trees in our grounds or the comfort of the veranda.
Phone +64 9 405 9734
Email tewaimate@heritage.org.nz
Phone +64 9 405 9734
Email tewaimate@heritage.org.nz
Highlights
Established as a model farming village, complete with a flour mill, blacksmiths, printery, carpenter’s shop, school and church, Te Waimate Mission was the fullest realisation of Samuel Marsden’s belief that spiritual and practical instruction should be combined as a one-two punch.
Aotearoa New Zealand’s second oldest surviving building is an elegant two-storeyed affair, with wide verandahs and a low-pitched hipped roof, complemented by Georgian-style dormer windows.
It also houses an impressive collection. You’ll see period furniture and a range of original agricultural and carpentry tools, what’s left of the country’s first water-powered flour mill and relics from Bedggood’s Blacksmiths Shop.
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