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About Us

It’s time to dispel the myth! Living Springs is Christchurch’s best-kept secret. It may be the place where you went camping as a kid, but today it’s so much more! Living Springs is a natural wonderland that many companies, community groups, and even families are utilising throughout the year.

From the farm park to the diverse accommodation options, the camping facilities, bush walks and team building courses, Living Springs is a destination like no other, and less than 30 minutes from Christchurch city.

Recently, Living Springs has been seriously upgraded to provide not only the school camping it has always been known for, but to cater for a wide audience. It is a popular conference venue, a retreat for groups and a well-equipped outdoor pursuit destination.

We would love to hear from you should you wish to enquire about, or book, your next school camp, function or meeting at Living Springs. Come and visit us and see what all the fuss is about!


Living Springs now offers varying levels of accommodation, including fully serviced rooms, superb gourmet food, and a real New Zealand farm park.
 Whatever the occasion, from weddings to leadership camps, Living Springs is the venue to be considered above all others.

What’s different about Living Springs is the passion, vitality and experience of the staff. They work as a team, seeking to connect with every guest and visitor, focusing on providing memorable levels of service, hospitality and knowledge. Indoor staff comprise chefs and ideas people, with experienced guides on hand for outdoor components. Conservation and appreciation of the land, and outdoor pursuits, are integral to Living Springs.

Since its inception in the 1970s, Living Springs has sought to inspire, promote the outdoors, and exist as a place for everyone to enjoy. Living Springs reflects life and vitality.

“We would like to believe that the world is a better place because Living Springs exists, and the multitude of people who come every year would largely attest to being better for having been here.”
 -Dennis Aldridge, CEO

Location

Wilderness and pristine native lands are right on our doorstep! Living Springs is within 30 minutes from Christchurch city, and is an easy drive. What is incredible is the notion of solitude and serenity once here. 


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