Darfield RD2

Darfield is a town in the South Island of New Zealand. It is located 45 kilometres west from the outskirts of Christchurch, New Zealand on State Highway 73 (The great Alpine highway) and The town is on the Midland railway line, route of the famous TranzAlpine train service. Its population (2001 census) is 1,362.

Darfield is the main town between Christchurch and the West Coast, New Zealand. It is often called "The township under the Nor'west arch", in reference to a characteristic weather phenomenon, which often displays an arch of cloud above an otherwise clear sky to the west of the township. This is caused by the condensation of water particles channeled upwards over the Southern Alps. Darfield has a high school which covers a large area and many stores selling goods and services.

Darfield lies in the Malvern district's arable and pastoral farming area. It is a gateway to the scenic Waimakariri and Rakaia Rivers and the Southern Alps, and is also a popular lift-off place for hot-air ballooning.

 

 

11 °C


Clouds, overcast clouds


Wind6.03 m/s
Cloudiness98 %
Temperature (min/max)11/12 °C
Pressure1018 hpa
Humidity83 %
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  • Gunyah Country Estate Lodge2009-10-15

    Located in Darfield RD2, Canterbury, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Luxury Mount Hutt accommodation from Gunyah Country Estate Lodge, a magnificent estate in the foothills of the Southern Alps, choose from our private Verandah Room, sunny Garden Room, Port Hills Room and the delightful Orchard Room in Darfield. In the dining room at Gunyah Country Estate Lodge you will be treated to the sumptuous tastes of the Darfield local produce. READ MORE

  • Quickenberry Lodge and Guesthouse2009-10-15

    Located in Darfield RD2, Canterbury, Canterbury, New Zealand

    Quickenberry Lodge and Guesthouse is a delightful small lodge in a beautiful setting with double rooms located on the Terrace Downs Golf Resort in Darfield. Adventure packages available at Quickenberry Lodge and Guesthouse include options for golf, hot air ballooning, fishing, hunting, skiing and much more around Darfield RD2. READ MORE