Truby King House viewed through brick archway
Truby King House and Garden is a 1.9 hectare heritage-listed estate in Melrose. The estate was once home to Sir Truby and Lady Isabella King - founders of the Plunket Society.
Today the gardens offer a picturesque slice of history. Sir Truby is widely remembered for his contribution to improving the health of children and the mentally ill. But he also had famously green thumbs.
The garden Sir Truby planted in the 1920s of pines, roses, rhododendrons and azaleas is still there today, and maintained by Council gardeners. Entry is free.
The Truby King Mausoleum is also located in the garden.
Location
21 Manchester Terrace, off Manchester Street, Melrose.
Hours
- Garden - open from dawn to dusk year round.
- House - there are two annual open days: in March on National Children's Day, and in mid-October.
Truby King Park Open Day
1.00pm - 4.00pm, Sunday 7 March
Bring a picnic to celebrate National Children's Day and enjoy spectacular views, guided tours and family activities.
Truby King gardens
Access
Parking is available on Manchester Street, Rodrigo Road and Sutherland Road, or take the No 23 bus. It is a 10-minute uphill walk from Wellington Zoo.
Bookings
The Building, Biology and Ecology Institute is now based in the house, but the facilities can occasionally be hired for meetings.
House & Garden Trust
The Truby King House and Garden Trust ensure the property is maintained as an accessible community asset.
The Trust looks after the house and is dedicated to conserving the site's heritage values and unique features. It was established in 2002 and works in partnership with Wellington City Council.
Aims
- help maintain New Zealand's heritage
- assist the conservation, restoration and maintenance of the house and garden
- encourage people to visit
Activities
- public access
- fundraising
- conservation
- events
- research
Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering at Truby King House and Garden, contact the Treehouse Visitor Centre.
Donations
The Trust welcomes all donations including any historic material with significance to Truby King or the development of Plunket. All donations are tax deductible.
More Information
| Treehouse Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | (04) 499 1400 |
| Fax: | (04) 499 1903 |
| Email: | treehouse |
Related Links
- The Plunket Society website
- Town Belt and Reserves
- Truby King Mausoleum - NZ Historic Places Trust website
- Venues
- Volunteers
- Walkways
Department Details:
Truby King House and Garden (Parks and Gardens)
