Catchpool Conference/Visitor Centre.

Catchpool Centre

Introduction

Hire the Catchpool Centre for functions, conferences and family events and enjoy the tranquil and private grounds only 15 minutes drive from Wainuiomata.


Inside Catchpool Conference/Visitor Centre
Image: Robert Ashe | DOC

This fully accessible venue can hold up to 50 people and is ideal for corporate and social functions, education and community groups, weddings and family reunions. There is now full cell phone coverage in the Valley.

Facilities

  • Two meeting rooms
  • Wood burner
  • Projector and whiteboards
  • BBQ
  • Kitchen facilities
  • Tables and chairs
  • Large lawn area – suitable for a marquee
  • Accessible ramps, toilets, and doors

The Catchpool Centre does not have:

  • DOC staff onsite
  • an internet connection
  • public transport options
  • catering options – you need to supply all food and drink.

Getting there

Catchpool Valley is 12 km south of Wainuiomata.

Follow the Coast Road for 12 km, then turn left into the Remutaka Forest Park entrance. The Catchpool Centre is 400 m further down the Catchpool Valley Road on your left.

Know before you go

The access gate to the Catchpool Valley closes at 6 pm in winter and 8 pm in summer. If you have booked the centre and are going to stay outside of these hours you will need to collect a gate remote from the Kapiti Wellington Office.

Fees and bookings

Prices are inclusive of cleaning fee.

  • Morning 8:30 am – 12:30 pm: $100
  • Afternoon 1:30 pm – 5:30 pm: $100
  • Evening 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm: $120
  • All day 8:30 am – 11:30 pm: $260

Book Catchpool Centre online.

Contact

Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre

Phone:+64 3 546 9339
Email:nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz
Address:Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa
1/37 Halifax Street
Nelson 7010
Hours:Visitor centre hours and services