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Staveley Co-op
Staveley Co-op historic building

Filming at
Staveley Co-op 1916

Staveley Co-op 1916 is a heritage dry-hire venue set in the small rural village of Staveley, Mid Canterbury, just an hour's drive from Christchurch. With its raw, character-filled interior and uninterrupted rural surrounds, the space offers a versatile backdrop for film, television, music video and photography production across the South Island.

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Whether you're scouting for period drama, a rustic editorial shoot, a music video set, or brand content that needs authentic rural New Zealand character, Staveley delivers a location that doesn't need to be dressed to tell a story.

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social space

Staveley Village sits in Mid Canterbury, within easy reach of Christchurch International Airport, one of New Zealand's key hubs for international film and television production. The drive from Christchurch takes just over an hour, making it a practical option for productions based in the city while still delivering a fully rural, undeveloped setting.

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The surrounding landscape moves from farmland to foothills, giving crews access to a range of looks within a short radius, from open paddocks to mountain backdrops.

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Light features

Built in 1916, the venue retains its original character: exposed structure, worn textures and a sense of history that's difficult to replicate with a set build. As a dry-hire space, it comes unstyled and open, giving directors, photographers and stylists full creative control over how the space is used and dressed for their shoot.

The building suits a wide range of visual styles, from stripped-back documentary and editorial work to styled period pieces and atmospheric music video sets.

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Why Staveley Co-op suits production

  • Authentic, historic rural New Zealand setting

  • Flexible, unstyled space with full creative control

  • Just over one hour from Christchurch International Airport

  • Ample on-site parking and vehicle access for crew and equipment

  • Quiet, low-interruption village location ideal for sound recording and privacy

  • Nearby accommodation options for multi-day shoots

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For more information or to book a viewing contact Kathy - staveleycoop1916@gmail.com

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