Collingwood Beachcomber Location

Collingwood

Collingwood is a small historic town in Golden Bay, rich in local history and tales from the gold-mining era. The name Collingwood derived from Lord Nelson’s first lieutenant, later Admiral Lord Collingwood. There is a fascinating Heritage Walk that takes in the history of Collingwood by following panels placed strategically around the township. Start your walk at Panel 1 Elizabeth Street.

Time should also be allowed to visit local attractions, such as the Devil's Boots, Aorere Goldfields, Farewell Spit, Wharariki Beach, Westhaven Inlet, Kaihoka Lakes, Puponga Farm Park, historic Bainham Store and the Salisbury swingbridge over Bainham's spectacular gorge.

Golden Bay

A year-round holiday destination...
Golden Bay is positioned at the northern tip of South Island, New Zealand, and is popular with visitors who enjoy the outdoors. Deserted beaches and tracks, and clear crisp days make early spring and autumn great seasons for exploring the many 'ins and outs' of 'The Bay'.

Golden Bay enjoys a temperate climate and winters are mild, with the sea often as flat as a mirror against a stunning backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
The region is also renowned for high-energy creative and cultural events during the warm to hot summer months.

Below is a selection of sites that will provide you with further information on Golden Bay, local artists, sights, walks, guides, transport, activities, maps and photographs.