Ready to pick your own berries in Christchurch? Grab your sunhat, bring some containers, and enjoy the ultimate taste of summer.
Christchurch summers mean long sunny days, kids on holiday, and the perfect excuse to dive into a delicious family tradition: berry picking! Whether you’re chasing blueberries for breakfast, raspberries for jam, or just looking to keep little hands busy (and sticky), there’s something magical about wandering through rows of lush berry bushes under the Canterbury sun. Plus, who can resist a real fruit ice cream after a hard day’s work in the fields? From seasoned berry farms to new ventures (including a 16-year-old’s summer side hustle!), Christchurch and its surrounds offer a bounty of pick-your-own berry spots. Ready to fill your punnets? Keep reading for all the juicy details, including prices, locations, and what berries you’ll find where; here are our top spots for where to pick berries in Christchurch.
Note: PYO availability depends on crop conditions, weather, and how fast the berries are flying off the bushes. Always check the farm’s Facebook page for updates, closures, or changes in hours before you head out.
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Where to pick your own berries in Christchurch:
Berries Direct
A family-friendly destination for blueberry lovers with real fruit ice creams and locally sourced drinks to enjoy.
Where: 528 Jones Road, Rolleston
Opening hours: From December 11th: 10am–5pm, then from December 17th: 9am–5pm
Price: $25/kg pre-Christmas, $22/kg in January
Berries available: Blueberries
Payment method: Cash, EFTPOS, and credit card (no fees/surcharges)
Extras: Real fruit ice creams made with their own blueberries, plus local drinks like Coe’s Soda and Pete’s Natural from Nelson. Fresh strawberries and frozen berry seconds are available when in stock.
More details here.
Smithfield Berries
A convenient stop in Ashburton with plenty of raspberries to pick and ready-to-go options for those short on time.
Where: 90 Smithfield Road, Ashburton
Opening hours: 8am–5:30pm, 7 days a week (closed Christmas and New Year’s Day)
Price: $22/kg for PYO raspberries; 1kg punnets are $32
Berries available: Raspberries (PYO only)
Payment method: Cash or EFTPOS (no credit cards or PayWave)
Extras: Fresh raspberries in-store for purchase
More details here.
PYO Berries NZ
A cool little venture run by a hardworking 16-year-old! After his parents bought the old Pataka Berries spot, he’s spent months tidying up the acre of raspberries to bring PYO back to life. It’s his summer project, with all profits going toward his Spirit of Adventure voyage.
Where: 768 Marshlands Rd, Christchurch
Opening hours: December 21st–24th, 9am–5pm; reopens early-mid January (check Facebook for updates).
Price: Approx. $25/kg (to be confirmed)
Berries available: Raspberries
Payment method: Cash or EFTPOS
More details here.
Willowbank Raspberry Farm
Enjoy a family-friendly day out picking the freshest, juiciest raspberries straight from the vine!
Where: 125 Hussey Road, Northwood, Christchurch 8051
Opening hours: PYO: 9am–4pm (last entry 4pm), Ice-cream machine closes at 4:45pm
Price: PYO: $23/kg (minimum picking of 2kg per group)
Berries available: Raspberries
Extras: Real fruit ice cream served daily. Raspberries are also available to buy: Small Punnet: $5.50, Round Pack: $19, Family Pack: $37.50
More details here.
Canterberries
A family-run berry haven with fresh and freeze-dried options to take home.
Where: 424 Railway Rd, Sandy Knolls
Opening hours: 12pm–5pm (last customers at 4:45pm); updates on Facebook
Price: $25/kg, $10 minimum pick
Berries available: Raspberries, currants, and more
Payment method: Cash or EFTPOS
Extras: Fresh punnets, jams, freeze-dried fruit, and frozen berries available
More details here.
Tram Road Fruit Farm
Perfect for a summer day out with a wide variety of berries to choose from.
Where: 1520 Tram Road, Christchurch
Opening hours: 10am–5pm daily (subject to weather and fruit availability)
Price: Pricing varies by fruit type. Note that children under 7 are unfortunately not allowed to PYO in the cherry orchard.
Berries available: Cherries, raspberries, boysenberries, plums. PYO is dependent on the season, and not all fruits will be available to pick. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for what is available at the time.
Payment method: TBC
More details here.
Boyds Blueberries
A short drive from Christchurch, offering an affordable and wholesome blueberry-picking experience.
Where: 828 Shands Road, Prebbleton
Opening hours: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, 10am–5pm (opening mid-January; check for earlier dates)
Price: $18/kg for the first 3kg, $16/kg for more than 3kg
Berries available: Blueberries
Payment method: Cash, bank transfer, WeChat, and Alipay (no EFTPOS)
More details here.
Blueberry Bliss
Where: 475 Robinsons Road, Broadfield, Christchurch
Opening hours: Vary – usually 10 AM to 5 PM (check Facebook for updates)
Price: $25/kg (pre-Christmas pricing)
Berries available: Blueberries
Payment method: Cash or Eftpos
Extras: Real fruit ice cream is available. Bring your own containers to pick and transport your berries (or buy one for $1 at the orchard gate).
More details here.
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Featured image courtesy of Unsplash, image #1 credited to Smithfield Berries via Facebook, image #2 credited to Blueberry Bliss via Facebook
