A charming Historic House Museum and wedding ceremony venue in beautiful Wenderholm Regional Park.
25/12/2024
Unfortunately Wenderholm Regional Park is currently closed to the public from Boxing Day due to water supply issues. This means Couldrey House also has to close.
Apologies to anyone planning to visit us today and the next few days.
We will keep you updated when we find out a date we can re-open.
Thank you for your understanding.
19/12/2024
"Rainy day blues? 🌧️ Bring the family to Couldrey House for our Christmas Toy Hunt! 🎄🧸 Explore the house, hunt for hidden toys, and soak up the festive vibes. Perfect fun for all ages, no matter the weather! 🎅✨
Open Saturday and Sunday 1 - 4 pm Adults $5 Under 16s FREE!!!
From 26th December we are open every day
19/12/2024
⏳ Time is running out! Only a few days left to grab your Early Bird tickets! 🌟
🎶 Jane Horder returns to Couldrey House on March 8th, 2025 for an evening of unforgettable entertainment in the gardens.
🎟️ Don’t miss out! Early Bird tickets are available until December 24th – get yours now at a special discounted price, from Eventfinda https://tinyurl.com/yfk37wmd
✨ Secure your spot for this magical night today! ✨
12/12/2024
🎄✨ Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? 🎁
Give the gift of an unforgettable experience with tickets to Jazz in the Garden featuring the talented Jane Horder & Friends! 🎶🌿
📅 When: March 8th
📍 Where: The stunning gardens of Couldrey House, nestled in Wenderholm Regional Park.
Treat your loved ones (or yourself!) to an enchanting evening of live jazz in a magical historic setting.
🎟️ Early Bird Tickets are on sale now! Grab yours before December 24th to enjoy an exclusive discount.
Planning a summer picnic at Wenderholm? 🧺☀️ Make sure to stop by Couldrey House! We're open on Saturdays and Sundays 1pm - 4pm.
Boxing Day onwards we are open every day 1pm - 4pm.
🌟 Entry:
Adults: $5
Kids under 16: FREE!
📷Man and woman picnic under a tree next to a car c 1910.
Photographer: Tudor Collins Auckland Museum Collection
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07/12/2024
🌟 Mark your calendars – Jane Horder is back at Couldrey House in 2025! 🌟
📅 Join us on March 8th for an unforgettable evening of enchanting entertainment in our stunning historic home.
🎟️ Early Bird tickets are available now! Snap yours up before December 24th for an exclusive discount on general admission. Get yours here: Eventfinda https://tinyurl.com/yfk37wmd
✨ Don’t miss this magical night – secure your tickets today! ✨
01/12/2024
Book your Early Bird tickets for Jane Horder - Performer & Coach now on Eventfinda https://tinyurl.com/yfk37wmd and enjoy a beautiful evening in the garden at Couldrey House.
25/11/2024
We had a great time at the Orewa Santa Parade this year! Did you see us?
25/11/2024
In case you missed us at the Orewa Santa Parade on Saturday! 🚒🚒🧑🎄🎅
The New World Orewa Santa Parade of 2024. Auckland, New Zealand.Thanks to the organisers of the event.
16/11/2024
We have had to cancel this concert today because of the bad weather - we will reschedule after Christmas.
A charming Historic House Museum and wedding ceremony venue in beautiful Wenderholm Regional Park.
06/11/2024
The Kumeu Vintage Brass Band will perform in the Couldrey House Garden on Sunday, 17th November, from 2pm – 4pm.
This is a free concert to enjoy with family and friends but pop a little change in your pocket to be in to win our hamper raffle.
Bring a picnic, drinks, something to sit on and a hat, it’s sure to be sunny. The Museum will be open to visitors from 12.00 to 4.00 pm.
We hope to see you there!
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24/10/2024
Whatever the weather - rain or shine - Couldrey House is open all Labour Weekend 😁1 - 4pm
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Fully furnished in a mixture of styles reflecting the eras and preoccupations of some notable past owners, Couldrey House is a two storey house with nine rooms on display. Visitors are warmly welcomed by our volunteer hosts who can provide commentary if requested or alternatively leave you to discover the historic house and grounds at your leisure. Throughout the house there are audio reminiscences about the families that lived here, direct from their descendants. The House’s past owners include...
Robert Graham (b.1820-1885) was a tourism entrepreneur (founding the nearby Waiwera Hot Springs), farmer, businessman and national and local politician. The original homestead, built upon purchase in 1857, has been moved, extended and renovated to become the Couldrey House you see today.
Major John Whitney (b.1836-1932) founded the Colonial Ammunition Co. (C.A.C.) in 1885 and his wife Harriet Whitney (b.1834-1917) was a talented artist. As Wenderholm’s first permanent residents (1896-1918), they entertained generously and during their tenure doubled the size of the house.
Mrs Annabella Mary McKail Geddes (b.1864-1955) was part-Maori (Nga Puhi) and bilingual who in later life (1918-1927) enjoyed Wenderholm as a holiday retreat from her busy philanthropic life in Auckland. Her focus was upon women and children, being a founding member of Plunket as well as closely involved in YWCA and the National Council of Women of New Zealand.
Captain Thomas Caradoc Kerry (b.1859-1944) was a sea-captain with charm and a colourful past. In later life (his Wenderholm years) he became very reclusive and the house fell into disrepair.
H.W. 'Tim' Couldrey (b.1909–1995) was a self-made business man, shipping agent and enthusiastic collector, purchasing the house with his wife Phyllis (b.1906-1955) in 1940. After Phyllis’ untimely death, he and his second wife Brenda (b.1914-2009, nee Edmonds, of the baking powder family) restored the house from near dereliction (1957-60), adding some of the comforts and conveniences of the time. A highlight in 1953 was the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to the Couldrey’s bungalow, half way along the beach (since burned down). Other VIP’s included Vivien Leigh of “Gone with the Wind” fame and the Royal Shakespeare Company
Wenderholm was sold to Auckland (Regional) Authority in 1965 and became Auckland’s first Regional Park, opening to the public on December 18 that same year. The Couldrey’s remained in the House until 1973, after which it reverted to the Council.
Enjoy some sea air mixed with the fragrance of fresh flowers from the cottage-style garden, familiar (and less familiar) objects from the past, and the old worldliness of an historic house where you least expect to find it. Couldrey House is waiting for you to visit...find out more at www.couldreyhouse.org.nz or simply turn up any Saturday or Sunday between 1-4pm (or weekday between Boxing Day and Easter Monday between 1-4pm).
