Wedderburn Tavern

03/06/2026

❄️ Escape to a Central Otago Winter Wonderland ❄️

Crisp blue-sky days, snow-capped ranges, roaring fires, charming country pubs, and the freedom to explore some of Central Otago's most iconic destinations at your own pace.

Base yourself in Wedderburn at our cosy Guest House and spend your days discovering St Bathans, Naseby, Oturehua, Ranfurly, historic gold-mining settlements, curling, horse riding, scenic walks, bike rides, golf, photography and world-class food and wine. Then return to relax beside a crackling fire with a glass of local Pinot Noir. 🍷🔥

Winter Speicals for stays from 1 June - 31 August

Stay 3 Nights, Pay for 2 nights including breakfasts

👫 2 people sharing 1 room
💰 $300 per person

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 4 people sharing 2 rooms
💰 $200 per person

Winter is one of Central Otago's best-kept secrets. Stay longer, slow down, and discover why visitors fall in love with this remarkable corner of New Zealand.

Please email: [email protected] or social message to book!

❄️🏔️🔥🍷

28/05/2026

🚴‍♀️ The Otago Central Rail Trail has repeatedly been named one of the TOP 10 great bike rides in the WORLD and the Wedderburn Tavern is right on halfway! 🌍

With winter rolling in, now’s the time to start planning your next adventure and lock in your accommodation before the new season books out. ❄️➡️☀️

Epic landscapes, legendary hospitality, great regional food & wine, cosy country pubs, and unforgettable memories are all part of the experience. 🍷🍴🍻🚲

Don’t leave it too late — the Rail Trail season fills fast!

https://momentummag.com/a-look-at-8-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful-rail-trails-for-cyclists/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz0bOApvwOc
https://www.australiancycletours.com.au/blog/the-worlds-top-10-rail-trails-to-cycle

25/05/2026

19/05/2026

🍺 The wait is over… entries for the 2026 Ale Trail are NOW OPEN! 🍺

Round up your crew, dust off the costumes, and get ready for another legendary day of great brews, good laughs, and even better company.

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or joining the chaos for the first time, this is one event you don’t want to miss!

All proceeds go to the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust

🎟 Secure your spot now.
Tag your trail team below 👇



https://events.barefootsport.co.nz/event/2438

04/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE — We are teaming up with again and it's going to be bigger and better than ever!

Dust off those gym shoes and make this your winter motivation 💪
Join us for the Otago Ale Trail Half Marathon & 8km Sprint.

Entries opening soon.

All proceeds go to the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust 🚁
We raised $7K last year — let’s hit $10K this time!

29/04/2026

🎶 LIVE AT THE TAVERN – BOAZ ANEMA 🎶

Saturday 9 May from 8pm

We’ve got Boaz Anema playing live and it’s the perfect excuse to get off the couch 🍻

The crew from the Birchwood Hunt are making the trip up from Southland – so let’s show them a proper Wedderburn welcome!

Round up your mates, come out for a yarn, a few drinks, and a bloody good night.

Good music. Good people. No excuses.

28/04/2026

Friday from 5:30 - shake out the loose change and grab a handful of $2 raffle tickets. Every ticket backs our Maniototo Women’s Netball Team — helping kit them out and keep them firing all season 💙🏐
Friday from 5.30pm at Wedderburn Tavern — don’t just bag ducks this weekend… bag yourself a prize too 😉

23/03/2026

🔥 ONLY FOOLS & HORSES IS BACK 🔥
📍 Wedderburn, Maniototo, Otago
📅 Saturday, 11 April 2026

Runners, are you sick of losing to humans?
Why not get absolutely waaasted by two species instead? 🐎💨

This is the unhinged race where you line up against…
👉 Other humans
👉 And actual horses

Yes. Real ones. Fast ones. The kind that don’t care about your ego.

We need more Fools!

💥 $1000 prize if you somehow outrun a horse
💥 Questionable life choices encouraged
💥 Bragging rights (or excuses) guaranteed

If you:
• Reckon you’ve got legs like lightning
• Regularly sign up for things you regret
• Feel a mild thrill at the idea of being trampled…

Then step right up.

👉 Tag your most delusional mate
👉 Enter now
👉 Embrace the chaos

https://fools-and-horses.com/

21/03/2026

Bark up about to get started, come on down for some fun in the sun!

01/03/2026

Get your entries in now before late entries kick in - limited horse spots so dont miss out!

Humans versus horses in a 40km race. What could go wrong?