Facility hire
For more information visit the new Venues by Nelson City Council website at venues.nelson.govt.nz.
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for prices.
Bookings for Council facilities - halls, pools, meeting rooms and parks
Many council-owned facilities are available for hire.
Other community hall bookings
Visit the FOUND Directory to find other community hall (non-Council owned) booking information, the It's On website also has venue information for event organisers.
Amplified Sound Application
You will need to apply for consent if your event or activity involves amplified sound. Application form for amplified sound. (232KB PDF)
Broadgreen Centre
Admin block - meeting room - up to 50 people. The Broadgreen Centre is adjacent to Broadgreen Historic House in Stoke. More information on the Broadgreen Centre.
Contact Diane Ramsay 547 3363
Founders Heritage Park
Create a unique function amongst the beautiful gardens, charming streets and character buildings of Founders Heritage Park. With a variety of venues it is the perfect location for weddings, parties, meetings and conferences.
Pūtangitangi Greenmeadows Centre
Bookings can be made by contacting CommunityVenues@ncc.govt.nz or calling 03 265 6519.
Melrose House
- Morning room - 16 - 20 people.
- Dining room - seating for 24 people
- Ball and bar room - seating for 50 people, buffet for 60
- Ballroom with adjoining servery area for drinks and nibbles, comfortably caterers for groups of up to 40 people seated for presentations
- The Boardroom available upstairs, which seats 10-12 people.
Contact the Manager Melrose Historic House on +64 3 548 7269
Riverside and Nayland Pools
Riverside +64 3 546 3221
Nayland +64 3 547 0292
Also check out the swimming page for more information on Nelson pools.
Saxton Cricket Oval
Commercial means that the public pay to enter the facility and includes the whole venue. Community means that it's free for the public to attend or spectate or all the proceeds go to charity.
Community Leisure Management Ltd (CLM) manage the Saxton Stadium. Phone is +64 3 538 0072, email Saxton@clmnz.co.nz or visit www.saxtonfield.co.nz.
Saxton Oval Pavilion
For more information go to the Saxton Stadium page. Community Leisure Management Ltd (CLM) manage the Saxton Stadium. Phone is +64 3 538 0072, email Saxton@clmnz.co.nz or visit www.saxtonfield.co.nz.
Stoke Hall
For enquiries contact Community Leisure Management (CLM) by email sle@clmnz.co.nz or by phone 0275860107
Stoke Memorial hall is not taking any new bookings. It will be closed from 31 March while a decision is made on earthquake strengthening. Customers can contact CLM for assistance in finding an alternative venue.
Stoke Memorial Hall is located at 548 Main Rd, Stoke.
Trafalgar Centre
Just a five-minute stroll to the vibrant city centre and a 15-minute ocean drive from the airport, is the Trafalgar Centre. Recently reopened after extensive refurbishment, it contains two key spaces — the main arena and the new northern extension. . Your event will be cared for by our professional onsite team.
If you would like to enquire about availability and get a quote, please contact the Venue Manager on TrafalgarVenues@ncc.govt.nz or call 03 539 1301.
Trafalgar Park
Just a 5-minute stroll to the vibrant city centre and a 20-minute ocean drive from the airport. Trafalgar Park and Pavilion sit on the East bank of the Maitai River, opposite Nelson’s largest indoor events arena, the Trafalgar Centre. Your event will be cared for by our professional onsite team.
If you would like to enquire about availability and get a quote, please contact the Venue Manager on TrafalgarVenues@ncc.govt.nz or call 03 539 1301. 2023-2024 fees begin as of July 1 2023.
Trafalgar Park Pavilion
For enquiries contact Community Leisure Management (CLM) by email sle@clmnz.co.nz or by phone 027 586 0107
Trafalgar Street Hall (previously known as "Old Folks' Hall")
Trafalgar Street Hall is located at 67 Trafalgar Street, opposite Trailways Motel. Miscellaneous Hires agreed with operator.
For enquiries contact Community Leisure Management (CLM) by email sle@clmnz.co.nz or by phone 0275860107
Wakapuaka Hall
For enquiries contact Community Leisure Management (CLM) by email sle@clmnz.co.nz or by phone 0275860107
Sports Parks
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for prices.