A day in Havelock North

An eclectic mix of shops, a compact village square surrounded by green spaces evokes a sense of intimacy and connection between the shopper and retailer. There are no big barn anchor stores situated in monochrome concrete malls, rather a range of shops, cafes and food providers sharing a communal space. There is even a gourmet butcher and several old fashioned bakeries. The area has a number of world class wineries for wine trail buffs to pop into. Read more … Day trip from Napier to Havelock North.

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• Sweet treats Arataki Honey, Havelock North cafes, plenty of choice
• Vineyards Relax, linger and enjoy fine dining
• Cider Taste the iconic Hawke’s Bay apples as liquid amber
• Te Mata Figgery Mediterranean figs in full glory
• St Andrews Limes Shop for dressings, sauces and all things delicious