Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds
Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds, Akaroa
Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds
Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds
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23 within 5 kms
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Ma Maison Restaurant & Bar
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68 m$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • New Zealand
HarBar
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29 m$$ - $$$ • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly • Gluten Free Options
Peninsula General Store
109
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • International
Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar
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La Rangis Pizzeria
105
0.1 km$ • Quick Bites • Pizza • Fast food
The Brasserie Kitchen Cafe Bar
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0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • European • Healthy
Akaroa Fish and Chips
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0.4 km$ • Quick Bites • Seafood • Fast food
The Trading Rooms Asian Fusion Restaurant
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The Giants House
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Banks Peninsula Track
2
0.3 kmHiking Trails
Orion Powerhouse Gallery
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Coronation Library
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nzcopplestone
34 contributions
Nov 2021
Enjoy a stroll in the beautiful gardens planted by the locals as a tribute of respect. It is but a short walk from the local beach and main street. we had easy parking as well near the very clean and modern toilets.
Written 26 November 2021
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nickyb457
Auckland, New Zealand8 contributions
Feb 2021
Stunning memorial and beautiful rose garden. A lovely place to sit and watch the world go by. Right beside the beach.
Written 14 February 2021
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croatianbriar
Christchurch, New Zealand80 contributions
Dec 2020
Humbling in any sense of the word. We have been to just about every Commonwealth War Grave situated around the world but rest assured even the ones in towns big or small in New Zealand catch you in the Heart. Rain or shine however our time is marked on this earth, whatever your belief or even if you have none, please pause a while and thank them and their families sacrifice as this is a debt of gratitude that should be acknowledged.
Written 27 December 2020
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Luvinspoonful
Rotorua, New Zealand632 contributions
Dec 2020
Very attractive and gentle garden with thoughtful inscriptions memorialising those that gave up their lives. A very quiet and introspective example of a countries gratitude
Written 19 December 2020
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Strickes
Rotorua District, New Zealand1,587 contributions
Nov 2020
Lovely area that is well maintained and very popular with people on the sunny weekend day we visited. Many people sitting around having picnics etc.
Close to the water so many people gathering on Anniversary weekend.
Close to the water so many people gathering on Anniversary weekend.
Written 3 December 2020
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Chris Staton
6 contributions
Oct 2020
unique structure in an amazing location, close to the town centre and amenities. Great photo opportunities
Written 1 November 2020
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Nigel S
Lightwater, UK5,231 contributions
Jan 2020
A attractive memorial garden which is well kept and sited in a position where people pass on a regular basis.
Written 25 March 2020
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Jeff1903
King's Lynn, UK1,566 contributions
Mar 2020
More ornate and overtly Christian than most memorials back home in England, but never the less a touching tribute to the sacrifices of the local population. Credit must also be given to those who keep the surrounding gardens in such magnificent condition which really helps to display the monument at its best.
Written 20 March 2020
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Sharlsandco
Melbourne, Australia92 contributions
Mar 2020
Beautifully done grounds creating a peaceful and respectful place to remember. Very well looked after.
Written 9 March 2020
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zhuhai2007
Christchurch, New Zealand48,154 contributions
Mar 2020
Beautiful location, extremely well-maintained, with lovely roses. The names on the cenotaph tell a story of the immense loss suffered by a small community.
Written 5 March 2020
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- Restaurants near Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds:
- (0.03 km) HarBar
- (0.06 km) Sweet As Bakery
- (0.07 km) Ma Maison Restaurant & Bar
- (0.13 km) La Rangis Pizzeria
- (0.16 km) Waffle Haus Akaroa