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A family holiday to Waipū, Northland
20 Feb, 2021 07:00 PM
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A coastal walk at Waipu, Northland. Photo / Alexia Santamaria
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By: Alexia Santamaria
The large blue and white road sign as you enter, says Ceud Mile Failte gu Waipū . So it s a fairly good indication there s some kind of Gaelic influence in this part of Northland. The brewery is called McLeods; the yearly calendar of events includes Highland Games, and rumour has it if you re there on the right night, you can even drop into a Scottish country dancing event.
If Dunedin is the Edinburgh of the south perhaps Waipū is the Glasgow of the north? Little Scotland or not, it s a cracking spot - and absolutely perfect for a weekend away with family.