The Tin Shed
About
In 1997 the business was sold to me (Lesley Limbe). Around this time NZ fashion and textiles industries were experiencing a technological revolution that radically changed the way we operated and the garments we stocked...
Two ground-breaking products were launched in 1999
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Super-light-weight merino knits (particularly the Bay Road range).
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Merino possum knitwear (super-soft, super-light and twice as warm as pure wool).
Bay Road merino knit tops were so light, fine and soft, that they could be worn directly on the skin without the itch factor of previous pure wool garments. The second innovation, merino possum knitwear was produced by blending merino wool and possum fur. The possum is a major ecological pest in New Zealand – it has been killing native plants and birdlife since its introduction here in the 1850s. Bay Road merinos and merino-possum knitwear quickly became our two best selling lines.
100% New Zealand owned
Something for Everyone
The big country store is set within a mini farmyard complete with animals, flourishing native gardens and old farm memorabilia. While you take your time to browse the racks, let the kids explore the farmyard and pet our sheep, kune kune pigs, alpacas, donkey rabbits and hens.
Wonder through our native garden full of indigenous plants. Follow the winding paths, where you are surrounded by well-established and thriving flora. Ground covers, trees and shrubs, and a variety of New Zealand natives.
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Practical Info
Price
Various prices in store
Hours
Monday – Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
Saturday – Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Open every day except Christmas Day
Facilities
Parking
Getting here
As you are travelling down the State Highway 1 towards Timaru, turn right at the signs to Geraldine, just past the Oasis Tea Rooms. We are 1 km up the Rangitata Highway towards Geraldine on the right side of the road.