The Castle Cruiser

05/02/2020

Queen obviously rate the place. Come and see what all the fuss is about with The Castle Cruiser.
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31/01/2020

The Northern Cemetery is not only home to the Larnach Tomb but also to its designer Robert Arthur Lawson and the writer of the NZ National Anthem, one Thomas Bracken.
Let The Castle Cruiser take you on a trip back in time, with a pretty damned fine tour of Larnach's Castle thrown in.
Book now @ www.castlecruiser.co.nz

26/01/2020

Happy Australia Day 2020 to our neighbours from "Down Under". May the fires burn out and the rain come. All the best from NZ. Brothers (and Sisters) in Arms - Always!!!

01/01/2020

Happy New Year to everybody and hopefully 2020 will be an awesome one for everybody. Best of luck to you all and enjoy the new decade.

To our Australian brothers and sisters keep your chins up. We are all thinking and praying for you over here that the rains will soon come and extinguish the bushfires. Kia kaha (Stay strong)!

A little something below for the Welsh and the Guinness Book of World Records to think about. Enjoy.

Oh and don't forget that if you are ever in Dunedin and are wanting a fun day out then book a trip on The Castle Cruiser. We would love to have you aboard on Dunedin's premier Larnach Castle Tour.

Dunedin is once again on top of the world as home of the world's steepest street.

24/11/2019

It was a privilege on Thursday night to be invited to the opening of Larnach Castle's new gift shop.
The gift shop has been well laid out and has been sympathetically incorporated within the castle interior, fitting seamlessly alongside the old, making for something pretty special.
A credit to both Norcombe and Margaret Barker and all the staff and contractors that have made this stunning transformation possible.
All the best for this exciting new venture we know its going to be a winner.
There is definitely something for everyone in here so why not check it out and come and see it with www.castlecruiser.co.nz
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18/11/2019

The Castle Cruiser has a new employee and here it is - one pretty funky gilt edged frame.
Come and get your photo taken at Larnach Castle with our new worker in all its glory.
Just another reason to take your Larnach Castle tour with The Castle Cruiser.
Book now at:
https://www.castlecruiser.co.nz/pages/15/Bookings

18/11/2019

The flag at Larnach Castle is currently flying at half mast in respect of Dugald MacKay, the Castle piper who passed away last week.
RIP Dugald you will be sorely missed.
"Til we met again".

15/11/2019

The fight continues to reclaim what's rightfully Dunedin's... 😉.
Come and check it out for yourself and you decide with The Castle Cruiser.

It's been an uphill battle, but there's a glimmer of hope in the campaign to restore Baldwin St's world record. Dunedin surveyor Toby Stoff has...

13/11/2019

Today The Castle Cruiser is saddened to pass on the news that Dugald MacKay passed away yesterday after a sudden illness. To say we are shocked is an understatement.
Dugald for those of you that have been to the Castle on a Cruise Ship day with us was the Lone Piper that entertained thousands of people over the years with his enthusiastic playing of the bagpipes and a ready smile for those wanting to be photographed with him in all his impeccably dressed glory.
Small in stature but large in life Dugald always had a cheeky grin and a great sense of humour. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him and deepest condolences to his immediate family.
The Castle today was definitely deathly silent without him playing for the Cruise Ship that was in and a piece of the fabric that he helped the Castle create has been lost.
The mist even rolled in for a short time this afternoon, as if in tribute for Dugald.
Thanks for memories. Till we meet again.
RIP Dugald - "Mar sin leat"

15/10/2019

An update to the Southern Hemispheres claim to regaining the worlds steepest street title.
"Stoff" the Welsh like we do at the rugby I say. Keep up the good work Toby.
Well worth a read/listen.

The battle for the world's steepest street is headed to court - kind of. AUDIO 🔊

12/10/2019

It's "Spring Fling" at the Castle today. It's a pity the weather decided not to play its part but still plenty of people up here enjoying the day.
For those of us old enough to get it I have posted a pic I have labelled "Terence Trent Darby" for obvious reasons. Enjoy!