Collingwood is a relaxed, former gold-rush town nestled in the northern tip of the South Island. From bush to beach, Collingwood’s appeal lies largely in its diversity and its role as a seaside village with an abundance of nearby activities. In addition to the bush walking for which this region is famous, Collingwood offers a selection of independent activities, including fishing, horseriding, sea kayaking, yoga and cycling, as well as a number of organised tours capitalising on the area’s natural assets.
The environmentally-friendly locale is also known as New Zealand's first 'plastic shopping bag-free' town, after the residents chose to stop using plastic shopping bags in 2005.
A collection of accommodation options – from backpackers to B&Bs – as well as an array of fine food and beverage outlets – most notably the famous Mussel Inn, and Rosy Glow handmade chocolates – make Collingwood a perfect rest stop for those exploring the area between Abel Tasman National Park and Farewell Spit.
The town was originally named Gibbstown after William Gibbs, but was later renamed Collingwood for Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood, Lord Nelson's second-in-command at the Battle of Trafalgar. The town was proposed as the capital of New Zealand in the 19th century. A small goldrush caused a rapid but brief rise in population in 1857. The town was substantially damaged by a major fire in 1904.
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