In and Around Nelson

We have very much enjoyed our time in Nelson, it is a very pleasant place to have a few days.  It is a fishing port located on Tasman Bay.  The downtown (2 blocks from our B and B) is very compact and there are lots of trees. 

Our first day, Saturday, was market day. Being regulars at the St. Jacob’s Market we were curious to see what it was like.  There were fruit and vegetable vendors but also all kinds of arts and craft vendors – all from the Nelson area selling high quality products.  Vendors are not allowed to sell anything imported.  It was a great place to do souvenir shopping!

At the Nelson Market

We bought a loaf of bread, some unbelievably good blue chess and a couple of cold drinks. We came back to the B and B and had them for lunch in the garden.  In the afternoon we went for a drive around the country side – this is a significant wine region of New Zealand.

Having a Picnic at the B and B

 Today we woke up to what has proved to be our first full day of rain.  It has been like a Victoria rainy day.  You don’t really get wet if you know what I mean but it wasn’t suitable for doing much outdoors.  Instead we went to WOW – The World of Wearable Art.  There is international competition every year and some of the designs were amazing.  There is also an antique car museum at the site so that was interesting as well.

We went to a winery for lunch and then to a small fishing port recommended by our host.  It was nice but probably would have been much nicer on a fine day.