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Welcome to the Methven Trotting Club.

sept5meetingBased at the foot of the Southern Alps, and about an hours drive from Christchurch, our grass track harness racing venue provides a memorable spectacle for all. Our LOCATION MAP on the menu shows how to get to Methven.

Many people have heard about our meetings -if you are a visitor and want to be looked after, let us know.


Methven holds unique appeal as a destination that caters for all visitors - whether a passionate supporter of Harness Racing or visiting the region and enjoying activities such as snowboarding, jet boating, golf and fishing.

 

Methven Trotting Club races 4 times a year

Our next meetings are

Sunday 5th September 2010-  'Clubs of Canterbury' Day. 1st Race starts 12.15 pm

This Sunday's weather outlook as at Thursday 2nd September.

A strong northwest airflow spreads quickly over the South Island pushing away the cold chill of morning air by midday. A totally dry day is forecast for Methven with rising afternoon temperatures in the northwest wind. Maximum temps around 17 degrees are anticipated.

Sunday 10th October 2010- Featuring the Group 3 Mountain River Processors Ltd Methven Cup

Sunday 12th December 2010- Christmas At The Races - corporate tents available


At all meetings we host buses for social groups looking for a great day out in the country. We have a bus service available and once at Methven, we'll find a spot for your group. For more details.Click here 

We also have facilities for hire throughout the year for family functions or a major event. Refer to Function Room Hire from the menu on the left.

Thanks for visiting our Website and to learn a bit more about our Club.

We look forward to seeing you on course at New Zealand's best grass track Harness Racing venue.

 

Best wishes,

Kerry O'Reilly - President