Broadgreen Historic House

  2005 was the 150th anniversary of the House.

The House has been open to the public for 41 years.

View of the house and Rose Gardens.

Nelson's finest old home, Broadgreen is a typical gentleman's residence built in the mid-1800's for Mr & Mrs Edmund Buxton and their six daughters.  Fully furnished with period furniture and household goods, the house offers a glimpse into a vanished way of life.  Guides are available to take visitors through the house.  Note:  photography is not permitted inside.  There is a small entry fee.

Broadgreen House is set in extensive lawns with notable specimen trees planted by Mr Buxton.  At the front of the house lies the beautiful Samuel's Rose Garden, a Nelson showpiece throughout the late spring and summer.

Broadgreen House was bought by the Nelson City Council in 1965, and they are responsible for maintenance and staff salaries.
The running of the historic house is the responsibility of the Broadgreen Society Inc. established in 1980.
The objects for which the Society was established are to assist in the preservation & improvement of Broadgreen House; to provide facilities for public inspection, enjoyment & research.

Membership of the Society is open to any person or group subscribing to the above objects, and prepared to offer voluntary service to achieve those ends.

Please address written queries regarding the Society and its work to The Chairperson, Broadgreen Society Inc, c/o Broadgreen House.  (See below for the postal address), or email this website.

Costumed guide awaiting visitors.

Open hours: 10.30am - 4.30 pm daily except Christmas Day and Good Friday.

Entry fee:  Adults $4,  Seniors $3, school children $1.  
Preschoolers are free.

Group rates available.