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Thai Cookery Experience – 7 November 2024

Thai Cookery Experience – 7 November 2024

Join River Haven for an exciting Thai cookery demo by Chef Tony! Enjoy bold flavours, expert tips, and a 2-course lunch. Take home recipes for your own kitchen!
The Bugger Inn gets bigger!

The Bugger Inn gets bigger!

Looking for a cosy, authentic pub experience in Ngatimoti? At River Haven we've expanded our little pub and transformed 'The Bugger Inn' into a rustic haven where you can relax in traditional surroundings.
Summer Starts at River Haven

Summer Starts at River Haven

Meet Tony & Holly Robson-Burrell, our new Food & Beverage team at River Haven. Join us for our new season opening with fresh menus & a quality dining experience.
Winter Closure

Winter Closure

There were a few misty eyes when we put up the Winter Closed sign at River Haven but we need the time to build on the success of the past 12 months.
Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt

Why not come on down to River Haven this Easter Sunday and bring the family and kids for our legendary Easter Egg Hunt around the Vineyard!
Enduring Love

Enduring Love

Our special Valentine’s dinner event was so successful and over-booked that you’ve asked us for a repeat and so….February at River Haven will now be Love Month!
Arrive in Heli-Style!

Arrive in Heli-Style!

We work with local transport companies to give guests the finest experiences. Helicopters Nelson recently flew in with some of their clients.
River Haven Pinot Gris Now Available

River Haven Pinot Gris Now Available

We're incredibly excited to announce the launch of our first ever River Haven Pinot Gris.
Our Car Zoo has 2 New Animals!

Our Car Zoo has 2 New Animals!

The River Haven car collection, which is proving so popular with young and old alike, has 2 fresh additions.
Christmas Disc Golf

Christmas Disc Golf

We invite you all to come to River Haven at lunchtime on December 27th and take part in the first ever River Haven Disc Golf competition.
Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

Noel and Liz wish all supporters of River Haven a very Happy Christmas. Thank you for your continued support!
Christmas Spectacular

Christmas Spectacular

We’re loving the wonderful compliments about our River Haven decorations. Yes, do please dress up and become fully involved in our wonderful Christmas spirit.
Bugger Me! The Bugger Inn now has a bigger menu.

Bugger Me! The Bugger Inn now has a bigger menu.

Whether you’re after a quick snack, a take-away or a leisurely nibble to enjoy in our vine garden we have the very best pizzas, wedges and traditional ploughman’s.
Phew, wot a relief!

Phew, wot a relief!

The new River Haven Jail House loos are open for our Cafe & Store guests and already the reviews are breathtaking:
Happy Anniversary River Haven

Happy Anniversary River Haven

A year ago Ngatimoti didn’t have somewhere our neighbours could meet and chat, enjoy locally sourced food in a convivial atmosphere and experience great local beers and wines.
Protect our Cyclists!

Protect our Cyclists!

River Haven has the support of major cycling organisations across our region and beyond. We have become a major destination for cycle groups who love our positive environment and our wonderful refreshments.
Come On Inn!

Come On Inn!

Locals are absolutely loving having a cozy place to unwind after a long day's work - there's nothing quite like an Old Git pilsner and a chat with your neighbour to remind you why this Valley is so special.
Bugger Waiting

Bugger Waiting

New Zealand’s oldest pub, which lay undiscovered since the visit of Abel Tasman, has been restored and relocated to its original site in the beautiful village of Ngatimoti nestled in the spectacular Motueka River Valley.

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The Bugger Inn gets bigger!

The Bugger Inn gets bigger!

Looking for a cosy, authentic pub experience in Ngatimoti? At River Haven we’ve expanded our little pub and transformed ‘The Bugger Inn’ into a rustic haven where you can relax in traditional surroundings.

Summer Starts at River Haven

Summer Starts at River Haven

Meet Tony & Holly Robson-Burrell, our new Food & Beverage team at River Haven. Join us for our new season opening with fresh menus & a quality dining experience.