The daily ascensions will be held at different locations around Wairarapa. Click here for locations.

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TRAVELLING FROM THE NORTH

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From the outskirts of Palmerston North either take the Saddle Road to connect with Woodville, or the Pahiatua Track to Pahiatua.  From Woodville/Pahiatua travel south on State Highway 2 towards Carterton. 

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It takes approximately 1.5 hours from Palmerston North, and 2.5 hours from Napier by car.

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TRAVELLING FROM WELLINGTON

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It takes approximately 1.5 hours by car from Wellington CBD.

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Unfortunately there are no suitable train times from Wellington to Solway Showgrounds. There are bus replacements but the times do not coincide with the Family Carnival times.

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How to get to Solway Showgrounds? 

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Heading North (from Wellington, Upper Hutt, Kapiti Coast)

1. Take State Highway 2 (SH2) north towards Masterton.

2. Follow SH2 through Featherston, Greytown, and Carterton.

3. As you approach Masterton, continue straight on SH2

4. Turn left into Judds Road.

5. Enter Solway Showgrounds, you will be directed to the south car parking area on your right.

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Heading South (from Eketāhuna, Pahiatua, Palmerston North)

1. Take State Highway 2 (SH2) south towards Masterton.

2. Drive through Eketāhuna and continue to Masterton.

3. Once in Masterton, continue straight on SH2 past the town centre

4. Turn right onto Fleet Street, following signs for Solway Showgrounds.

5. The entrance to Solway Showgrounds is on your left at 29 Fleet Street, Solway, Masterton.

6. Enter Solway Showgrounds, you will be directed to the north car parking area on your left.​

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Leave home early, give yourself plenty of time, and be patient!