Sport

Saxton Field Sports Complex has space for all of Nelson’s favourite sports events, practices, and tournaments. Whether you’re passionate about Basketball, Football, or Netball, or enjoy the variety of Disc Golf and Table Tennis, our spectacular 65-hectare park has space for everyone.

Explore our many recreational, sporting, and venue hire facilities for offer.

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Archery

Sherwood Archery Club caters to juniors, beginners, and experienced archers.

Athletics

Athletic track and facilities for all levels.

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Baseball

Play a game of Baseball, One of Nelson’s fastest-growing sports.

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Basketball

Year-round basketball competitions for junior through to senior players.

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Cricket

The home of one of New Zealand’s first cricket clubs.

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Disc Golf

Saxton Field’s disc golf course caters to everyone.

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Football

Play football all year round at every level.

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Hockey

Enjoy the game of Hockey, the first sport to be…

Hockey

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Netball

Growing the lifelong love of netball – He Tangata, he…

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Softball

Nelson Softball Association celebrated its 60th year in 2022!

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Table Tennis

Table Tennis for all ages and levels of experience.

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Target Shooting

One of the best Target Shooting Ranges in New Zealand.

Target Shooting

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Track Cycling

Track Cycling Nelson provides riders with training and racing events.

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Volleyball

Local and regional competitions, representing the Top of the South.

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Other Sports

From Walking Netball, to American Football and Dru Yoga.

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Whare Huihuinga Venues for Hire

From the Saxton Pavilion to Saxton Oval, Saxton Field has a wide range of venues available for hire.

Venue Hire

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Tākaro Recreation

The sheer size of Saxton Field means there’s room for everyone. The landscaping and layout of the buildings embraces an open design with as few barriers as possible.

Recreation