Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle Larnach Castle, New Zealand's castle.
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Our Entrance Foyer features stunning tile work and leads you onto our sunny Upper Verandah which boasts beautifully rest...
18/06/2026

Our Entrance Foyer features stunning tile work and leads you onto our sunny Upper Verandah which boasts beautifully restored native timber floors.

Idyllic views across our South Seas Garden to the Otago Peninsula and Harbour.
15/06/2026

Idyllic views across our South Seas Garden to the Otago Peninsula and Harbour.

It's in the detail. William Larnach paid attention to everything from the architectural designs to intricate workmanship...
14/06/2026

It's in the detail. William Larnach paid attention to everything from the architectural designs to intricate workmanship. Often, we focus on on the spectacular features such as our ceilings or hanging staircase. But it's also the smaller and simpler features such as this staircase finial and beautiful stained glass window.

Sneak peak of what our artists will be painting for our upcoming Canvas & Cocktails with Paintvine! If you haven't alrea...
11/06/2026

Sneak peak of what our artists will be painting for our upcoming Canvas & Cocktails with Paintvine! If you haven't already booked, make sure you get your tickets today.

Friday 19 June, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Larnach Castle Ballroom
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Did you know that Buffalo Bill Cody's Writing Desk sits proudly in our Gentlemen's Library!? There is an inscription on ...
10/06/2026

Did you know that Buffalo Bill Cody's Writing Desk sits proudly in our Gentlemen's Library!?

There is an inscription on the underside of a locked drawer that reads: "Me, A. Grandfils, certifies that this desk is the desk of Buffalo Bill Colonel Cody. He came to Paris in 1889 to Port Maillot with his circus, which later became Luna Park. My uncle started his barber shop at 32 Rue du Marché in Neuilly-a-Seine. Our grave is in the old Neuilly Cemetery, Rue Victor Noir, near the Pont de Neuilly. He was given it as a gift with his portrait - sold in Rouen in 1972 by me."

In 1889, William Frederick “Buffalo Bill” Cody took his Wild West Show to Paris to perform at the Exposition Universelle (the 1889 Paris Exposition) and was in Paris from 18 May to 14 November. Unfortunately, we do not know who A. Grandfils's hairdresser uncle was or his connection to Buffalo Bill, but we might surmise that he was his hairdresser. It is not known if the desk was taken to Paris by Cody from the USA or purchased in France. Buffalo Bill travelled around the United States and to Canada and Europe but never came to Australasia. The Barker's bought this desk in New Zealand about 20 years ago, but there is no knowledge of how it got to New Zealand...

A breathtaking view of New Zealand's Castle with Dunedin in the distance. Nestled in the foreground, Larnach Lodge and T...
05/06/2026

A breathtaking view of New Zealand's Castle with Dunedin in the distance.

Nestled in the foreground, Larnach Lodge and The Stables offer a truly unique way to experience the Castle's magic. Stay a little longer, and make it yours for the night.

There's something for everyone at the Castle! Our upcoming events include events that are back by popular demand through...
05/06/2026

There's something for everyone at the Castle! Our upcoming events include events that are back by popular demand through to something new and inspired! Read on to find out about the upcoming events.

More information and to book tickets: larnachcastle.co.nz/whats-on

03/06/2026

This exquisite chandeleir in our Music Room is original to the Castle from William Larnach's time. It was removed and sold by the Purdie Family when they installed electricity in the 1930s. Nearly 50 years later, the Barker Family discovered it at an auction. To transport it back to the Castle they had to take it apart, and it took over two weeks to painstakingly reassemble and restore it to its former glory.

We genuinely thank you, our visitors, for your ongoing support. Every purchase supports the ongoing restoration of New Zealand's Castle and the beautiful artifacts within, such as our chandeleir.

New Zealand's Castle ❤
01/06/2026

New Zealand's Castle ❤

In the Barker Family's early days, a visitor told them that in the 1930s he had laid out a rock garden at the Castle for...
29/05/2026

In the Barker Family's early days, a visitor told them that in the 1930s he had laid out a rock garden at the Castle for the Purdie family. Over the years, self-sewn trees and prickly blackberries engulfed the area. Using a chain saw, axes and grubbers, the Barker's restored the Garden and it is now known as our beautiful Lost Rock Garden.

This image is of the Rock Garden in the 1930s.

Address

145 Camp Road
Dunedin
9077

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+6434761616

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