The Trust is delighted that many of the businesses associated with the Nelson-Tasman Great Rides - the Great Taste and Coppermine Trails, are getting back to business. We would encourage everyone to "shop local" and help support them as they re-start at level 2. Check the following list for what they offer and their contact details;
HQ Café, Brightwater
Open and operating under Covid-19 Level 2 restrictions. Condensed menu available, can offer dine in or take away options. Kitchen closes 2pm daily but cabinet food available until closing at 4pm. https://www.facebook.com/HeadquartersCafeBar/
The Appleshed Kitchen and Bar, Mapua
Open daily from 10am and operating a new winter menu. https://www.facebook.com/TheAppleShedMapua/
The Smokehouse Mapua
Operating a reduced schedule – takeaways only, no deli sales. Closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wed to Sun, with Wed and Thurs 4.30pm to 7pm and Fri to Sun 11am to 7.30pm. They have strict operation protocols in place, with instructions on site and on their FB page.
https://www.facebook.com/SmokehouseMapuaNZ/
The Bakery @ Wakefield
Open from 5am, protocols in place, please follow instructions. https://www.facebook.com/TheBakeryAtWakefield/
Pic’s Peanut Butter World
PB World cafe (PC Eatery) is open with an updated snack menu and plenty of distance between tables - the joy of being a big spot - shop and tours still closed for now. http://picspeanutbutter.com/
Jellyfish Restaurant and Bar, Mapua
Back up and running as normal. http://www.jellyfishmapua.co.nz/
Café Rhubarbe, Wakefield
Open and operating as usual apart from a bit more space inside and out. https://www.facebook.com/pizzacafe1/
Ginger Dynamite, Riwaka
Open and operating under Level 2 guidelines. https://www.facebook.com/GingerDynamiteGoGofood/
Toad Hall
Open from 8am daily. We still have a full takeaway service that can be accessed on our website https://www.toadhallmotueka.co.nz/ or ph. 03 5286456. Open for evening dining Friday and Saturday nights plus takeaways. All the usual all the cold beers from Townshend Brewery are flowing from our taps.
Java Hut
Open with new hours. Weekdays 7am to 1130am. Weekends 8am-12pm. This may change slightly day to day. Busy, we stay open. Quiet, we close half an hour early.
Check out their Level 2 protocols here; https://www.facebook.com/javahutnz/
Jester House
Closed for now. Open for Friday night dinners (only) once in Level 1. https://www.facebook.com/jesterhousecafe
The Villa, Wakefield
Back to normal service and with extra space around tables and contact tracing, can take groups of ten or less. Ph to book 03 541 8531. https://www.facebook.com/TheVillaWakefield/
BIKE HIRE & TOURS
Wheelie Fantastic Cycle Tours
Are open for pre-booked day tours and rides. Open for multi-day tours subject to availability of third-party suppliers (accommodation). https://www.wheeliefantastic.co.nz/
The Gentle Cycling Company
Closed until 1 September but taking bookings for after this, check their website http://www.gentlecycling.co.nz/
Kiwi Journeys, Nelson and Mapua.
Operating, and offering a discount on bike hire: save 30% when you book online. Includes the full range of bike hire and equipment including e-Bikes. Valid to 1/12/2020. Promo code is: SUPPORTLOCAL
Check their website https://kiwijourneys.co.nz/bike-hire or for transport enquiries please contact us. 0800 292 538, info@kiwijourneys.co.nz
Mapua Ferry
Mapua ferry is operating on Winter timetable, Weekends, School and Public Holidays only.
Mapua Ferry: Save 30% when you book online. Valid to 1/12/2020
Destination Tasman
Operating for shuttle services as well private hire. Ph 021 0876 7992 https://www.facebook.com/localMotueka/
Nelson Cycle Hire
Open for business and can hire bikes whilst maintaining the Covid-19 Level 2 requirements. https://nelsoncyclehire.co.nz/
Biking Nelson
Open for business on demand i.e. bookings are essential. Can operate comfortably in Level 2, bikes are sanitised after use, distances can easily be maintained and we are set up with a register for contact tracing. Ph 03 539 4193 or 029 777 0109, visit https://nelsoncyclehire.co.nz/
South Islands Tours NZ
Open for business, please get in touch with Lee on ph. 03 314 7220.
Tuatara Tours
Open and taking bookings for the 2020-2021 season and beyond. Ph. 0800 377 378 or email info@tuataratours.co.nz.
Simply Wild Journeys
“Guided Luxury Adventure” – taking bookings now ph. 0274 457 603 https://simplywild.co.nz/
Wilson’s Abel Tasman
Taking bookings with special rates available. Check their FB page for details https://www.facebook.com/wilsonsabeltasman/
Helibike Nelson
Available with Level 2 protocols in place. Please get in touch with Steve on 027 682 6357 or email info@helibikenelson.co.nz
BIKE SHOPS AND SERVICES
Great Rides App
Functioning as normal. https://www.greatridesapp.com/
Hybrid E-Bikes
Open and operating. https://hybridbikes.co.nz/
Village Cycles, Richmond
The doors at Village Cycles are open from Thursday 14 May. Things are a bit different under Level 2 so please follow the guidance from staff. Open 8.30am - 5.30pm Mon-Fri and 9.30am - 12.30pm Sat.
Need a service? Please book a bike drop off online at villagecycles.co.nz or call or DM.
My Ride Richmond
Open 8am to 5.30 pm. https://www.facebook.com/MyRideRichmond/
Gravity Nelson
Their doors are open again so you can pop in to book your bike for service, or click the Book Now button at the top of any page of our website to book your bike service from the comfort of your home. Mon-Wed & Fri: 8am-6pm / Thurs: 8am-8pm / Sat: 10am-4pm.
Ellis St Auto Repairs, Brightwater
Open, https://www.ellisauto.co.nz/Contact/
Storage Nelson
Up and running with all services available, including safe and secure storage for vehicles. They also have numerous undercover vehicle storage options, check out the options here; https://www.storagenelson.co.nz/
WINERIES & BREWERIES
Sprig and Fern Brewery
Online orders and contactless delivery available. https://sprigandfern.co.nz/ . During Level 2 Sprig & Fern Tavern hours may vary from what is shown on the website - contact your local tavern for more details.
McCashins Brewery Kitchen and Bar
Café & brewery open with protocols in place for Level 2. New hours 7-4pm Mon to Thurs, Fri 7-late. Sat 9-5pm and Sun 9-4pm. McCashins
Seifried Estate
For now, they have decided to stay CLOSED with a plan to re-open in time for the school holidays in early July. In the meantime, you can continue to find their wines online at www.seifried.co.nz and have them delivered to your door.
Hop Federation, Riwaka
Tasting room doors are now OPEN 7 days a week. They have daily rigger and bottle sales between 1pm and 5pm.Hop Federation
Dunbar Estates, Ngatimoti
Are available for Click and Collect for pre-arranged orders of wine, olive oil and preserves. Please email dunbarestates@xtra.co.nz or call 027 500 8400 to place an order. The online shop will be launched on shop local Motueka later this week; https://www.shoplocally.co.nz/
ACCOMMODATION
Eden’s Edge Lodge and Cheese Shop
Both accommodation and on-site cheese shop are open and operating with Level 2 protocols in place. http://www.edensedge.co.nz/
The Honest Lawyer, Monaco
Accommodation and restaurant open and takeaway menu also available. https://www.facebook.com/thehonestlawyernelson
Palms Hotel Nelson
Open for business at Level 2. https://palmsnelson.co.nz/
The Gates Accommodation, Mapua
Offering multiple options, including special deals in winter, for Kissing Gate glamping, Copper Gate eco-house, Corru Gate cottage, and suites. On 7 acres beside Mapua seaside village with stunning views. Feeder cycle trail to the Great Taste Trail. Check out http://www.thegates.co.nz/ for more details.
Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park
Open and offering some deals; Kids Stay FREE Queens Birthday weekend, stay 2 nights get your 3rd night FREE, SPA hire FREE for 30 minutes, Funbike hire FREE for 1 hour.
"Book with Confidence Guarantee" available. https://www.motuekatop10.co.nz/book-confidence
Book online https://www.motuekatop10.co.nz or phone reception on 0800 668 835.
Mapua 41 South
Is offering ½ price*, self-contained accommodation for bookings of 2 weeks or more until September. The Blue Studio is available from mid-May and the Orange Apartment is available from the end of June (review pictures at https://mapua41south.com/). They provide contactless payment, check-in and exit, as well as thorough cleaning prior to check-in.
* conditions apply - please enquire at mapua41south@gmail.com
Kimi Ora Eco Resort
Accommodation and restaurant are open with limited bookings. Offering specials on spa treatments, look for Day Spa specials on the website. waxing and tinting are available from Wednesday to Sunday. Bookings are essential ph 03 5278027 or email info@kimiora.com.
Bethany Park
Operating, office open 9-5.30pm weekdays and 3-5pm on weekends. To make a booking contact https://www.bethanypark.co.nz/
Nelson City Top 10 Holiday Park
Open and operating. https://nelsoncitytop10.co.nz/
Greens Motel, Tahunanui
Open and offering accommodation, https://www.greensmotel.co.nz/
Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park & Motel
Operating, please book ahead either through the website https://tahuna.nz/ or phone us on 0800 500 501.
Accent House, Mapua
Open please make a booking https://www.accentbnb.co.nz/
Tasman Bay Backpackers, Nelson
Open as normal and welcoming guests wanting to stay in sunny Nelson. They have FREE and secure bike storage facilities available for guests while staying.
http://www.tasmanbaybackpackers.co.nz/
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts, Rabbit Island
Fully open and taking guests, with all precautions and guidelines in place. See details on their website http://www.applebyhouse.co.nz/
Parkside Motel, Richmond
Open and operating with Level 2 protocols in place, https://parksidemotel.co.nz/
Rutherford Hotel
Accommodation available and Oceano Restaurant open. Special winter deals coming up, check their FB page for details https://www.facebook.com/rutherfordhotelnelson/
Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve
At Alert Level 2 KRR have opened up their apartments, en-suite cabins & sites for contained campers. The restaurant and all trails in the mountain bike park are also open. https://www.facebook.com/ExperienceKaiteriteri
Mapua Leisure Park
Office open 10.30-5pm Mon to Saturday. For bookings either ph 03 540 2666 or email bookings@mapualeisurepark.co.nz
Wakefield Hotel
Open 3pm Tuesday-Friday and 1pm Saturday/Sunday during level 2. Restaurant bookings are highly recommended Ph 03 541 8006, check out their FB page for updates https://www.facebook.com/TheWakefield/
Grand Mecure Nelson
Closed at present. Will post updates on https://www.facebook.com/GrandMercureNelsonMonaco/
Trailways, Nelson
All accommodation and restaurant open, contact them at https://www.trailwayshotel.co.nz/
Canine and Equine Retreat, Wakefield
Accommodation available, please ph. 027 891 1471 or email woof@canineretreat.co.nz.
Tasman Village Cottage
Fully booked until mid-September but available after that. Please check their website; http://www.tasmanvillagecottage.co.nz/
ATTRACTIONS
Royce McGlashen Pottery, Brightwater
Currently open 7 days a week at Level 2. They have a very wide range of functional tableware and ceramic art works. They can courier parcels locally and throughout New Zealand. https://www.roycemcglashen.co.nz/
Jointworks Studio, Tasman
Open with lovely new work on display. https://www.facebook.com/JointWorksStudio
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Milnes Beatson Accountants, Motueka
Operating normal hours. https://www.mba.net.nz/
CGW Consulting Engineers
Operating normal hours. https://www.cgwl.co.nz/
Findex, Nelson
Open as normal. Wealth Management, Accounting, Business Advisory, Tax. https://www.findex.co.nz/office/nelson
OTHER SUPPORTERS
Proper Snack Foods, Riverside Community and Tapawera Promotion Association
