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Building exterior of Country Road High Tea surrounded by gardens.
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Tiered tray of savoury and sweet food items, with diners reaching to select items at Country Road High Tea.
Diner at Country Road High Tea pouring a cup of tea.
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Range of teas in boxes sit along a shelf with a plant beside them at Country Road High Tea.
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Above a table and chairs setting on the wall is a lit up sign that reads 'Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe' at Country Road High Tea.
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Plate of savoury treats on the tiered tray at Country Road High Tea.
Floral wallpaper is on the walls behind table and chairs at Country Road High Tea.
Champagne glasses are lined up on a shelf with a row of teas above them at Country Road High Tea.
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MondayClosed.

TuesdayClosed.

Wednesday11:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Thursday11:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Friday11:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Saturday11:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Sunday11:30 am – 4:00 pm.

167 Oroua Rd, Kairanga

022 599 6601

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Great for large groups

Just a short drive from Palmerston North, Country Road High Tea on Oroua Road, Kairanga is a family-run destination offering a taste of luxury in the heart of the countryside. They sure know how to curate an experience that is equal parts delicious and delightful: think playful teaware, gold cutlery and thoughtful touches that make the trip well worth it.

Their menu is prepared fresh each day and revolves around their collection of classic high tea favourites. Choose from over 19 delicious teas, from classic blacks and oolongs to fruit and herbal blends, or you can always add a cheeky glass of bubbles if you’re celebrating.

Sourcing locally is core to the way they work, with tea from T Leaf and Zealong, coffee roasted by Ebony and fresh produce from nearby growers. That local-first mindset mirrors how they operate as a family team, keeping the mood calm and the service genuinely caring, so guests can settle in and enjoy being looked after. Being out in the country is part of the magic, too, with beautiful views of the surrounding gardens that change throughout the seasons.

When plans get bigger, you can book the whole space for anything from work gatherings and birthdays to end-of-year functions. Their event packages are designed for different group sizes and stages of life, tailoring the details to suit the occasion. Their team will handle the hosting while you sit back, enjoy a bite to eat and sip a soothing beverage of your choosing.

Words by Katherine Dewar & Photography by Anna Briggs

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167 Oroua Rd, Kairanga

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