ASHHURST
Ashhurst, like Feilding is a dormitory
suburb of Palmerston North, but that is where the similarities end.
Feilding exuded wealth, whereas Ashhurst is more a typical NZ town.
I.e. a basic provision of essential services.
Ashhurst is located at the entry to
the Manawatu Gorge that joins the province to the upper Wairarapa.
Ashhurst is also the entry pint to visit the Wind Farms from the
Palmerston North direction.
The town stands under the
Ruahine Ranges, beneath its tallest peak Wharite, upon which is the
television and radio transmitter. Also at the Ashhurst Domain (cnr of
Cambridge Ave and Napier Road (SH3)), one can view the Ruahine Ranges,
the Tararua Ranges and the wind farm.
Ashhurst's importance stems
from its location at the western end of the Manawatu Gorge. As such,
it is close to the easiest road and rail link between the east and
west coasts of the southern North Island.
The Ashhurst Anglican
Church has heritage status.
The Ashhurst Hotel is
prominent in the main street ,
and the Ashhurst War Memorial is located in the War Memorial Park.
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