Have-a-Go Hires - Bookings are now open for the 2026-27 Season. We look forward to welcoming you to our club.
Have a Go
We host “Have a Go” social events from mid November to mid February during the summer playing season.
Have a Go sessions are an ideal way for groups and businesses to relax, have fun and experience playing croquet in relaxing surrounds. Events usually last about 4 hours.
We can host from 10 to 50 people who want to have a really great day out and a taste of croquet to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, Christmas or other events.
Pre-Christmas and summer holidays bookings fill up fast so if you’re considering a December Have a Go please contact us soon to discuss your preferred date(s).
What We Provide
All playing equipment including mallets and balls
Clubhouse Facilities
glasses/plates/cutlery and equipment to cater for up 40 people - if there are more than 40 people in your group, you’ll need to bring additional glasses and plates
casual indoor/outdoor dining environment
a three-burner barbecue
Lawn set-up and tuition/guidance on how to play golf croquet for fun
Two or more club members to help for the entire time your group is at the Club
What you’re Responsible for
Having Fun, but also respecting our surroundings, our neighbours and the Club’s property
Providing your own food and drink
Tidying up the Club Rooms after your function
Removing any rubbish / empty bottles etc. from the premises - bring your own bags
Wearing flat shoes or bare feet at all times while on the lawns
Vacating the premises by 8:30 pm
Transport and Parking
Free carparks are available on Alexandra Road
There are 8 - 10 carparks on the grass verges beside the Club
Taxis can come down the drive and turn
Buses stop nearby on Constable Street
Availability
Mid-week functions usually start around 1:00 pm
Weekend functions can start from 4:00 pm after club play ends
Functions usually last about 4 hours
Functions must finish and premises be vacated by 8:30 pm
Bookings will only be accepted during the period from 17 November 2026 to 22 January 2027 (inclusive) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Saturday functions are also available from 4pm if your group prefers weekends - to book a Saturday Have a Go contact Jacqueline Owen at jaxowen@gmail.com or ph 021 851 889 to discuss your date
Bookings are on a “first come , first served basis”. Your desired days/times may not always be available if there are earlier bookings, or the lawns are being used by members for club or tournament competitions. Check our current booking schedule or discuss your needs with Jax Owen (details below) - we’ll be as flexible as possible.
Payment
Our Charges are:
groups of 16 or fewer people - $500 (price may be negotiable depending on date and final numbers)
groups of 17 - 28 people - $650
groups of more than 28 people up to a maximum of 50 - $1000
a minimum charge of $1000 applies for all groups of any size booking a Thursday or Friday in November or December. Booking confirmed on receipt of a deposit of $250 *
Payments must be direct credited to the club’s bank account at least 7 days before your function. If payment is not received by due date, the Club reserves the right to cancel the booking and give the time slot to another group.
*The deposit is non refundable if the booking is cancelled within 1 month of the function’s booked date
The deposit is fully refundable in the event of a weather cancellation or at the discretion of the Have-a-Go Manager depending on circumstances.
Making Your Booking
Jax Owen will help you arrange your function and is happy to answer any questions and help you find the best date.
Contact Jax : ☎ 021851889 jaxowen@gmail.com
or complete the form below