Shopping
Whether you’re visiting for the ski season or enjoying the warmer months, the town’s collection of shops provides everything from everyday essentials to stunning local art. You’ll find boutique stores showcasing New Zealand-made products, giftware, and homewares alongside practical services such as supermarkets, pharmacy, and outdoor gear retailers.
During winter, when the town comes alive with visitors heading to Mt Hutt, local stores are well equipped with ski rentals, apparel, and accessories to ensure you’re mountain-ready.
Explore the listings below to discover everything Methven has to offer.
Methven Shops
Big Al's Snow & Bikes
Proudly family-owned and operated in Methven since 1986. Retail and rentals for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and Methven’s bike shop in summer.
Open 7 days – 7am-7.30pm
The Square, Methven
English Garden
Beautiful Flowers. Easy Online Ordering.
Bouquets, gifts, and floral creations for life’s special moments.
Shop online anytime at www.theenglishgarden.co.nz
Farmhouse Decor & Design
A stunning range of homewares, art and gifts. Families with young children will love the engaging play area for kids to enjoy hours of fun and while you browse.
Open Monday – Friday 6.30am-4pm
Saturday & Sunday 8am-2pm
21 Forest Drive, Methven
Garage Wardobe
Shop sustainably in the heart of Methven. Find beautiful quality preloved clothing ready for a new wardrobe.
Open Thurs and Fri 9.30am-3pm
Sat & Sun 10am-1pm
27 Forest Drive, Methven
Phone 0210 593 136
Hammer Hardware
Not just a hardware store .. tools, timber, paint, outdoor equipment, plants, giftware, clothing, gardening supplies, pet products, cards & gifts.
Open Monday – Friday 8.00am-5.30pm
Saturday & Sunday 9am-1pm
85 Main Street, Methven
Jude Gibson Art
Jude Gibson Art at ‘The Gallery’ now open. Pop in and see Jude to view a range of artwork, including watercolours and acrylics.
Open Mon-Fri 10am – 4.30pm
Sat 10am-3pm & Sun 10am-2pm
30 Forest Drive, Methven
McEwings Methven
Outdoor clothing, ski and snowboard retail and rentals and a range of watersports gear in the summer.
Open Monday – Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm
87 Main Street, Methven
Methven Art Gallery & Gifts
Quality contemporary art exhibitions featuring a range of art forms by local and national artists. Entry is free.
Open Weekdays: 10am – 4pm
Weekends: 10am – 2pm
Public Holidays: 10am – 2pm
Mt Hutt Memorial Hall
Pharmacy & Post Shop
Along with a well stocked pharmacy, you’ll also find luxury skincare products, unique homewares, gifts and cards.
Plus the local NZ Post Shop providing all postal services.
Open Monday – Friday 8.30am-5.30pm
101 Main Street, Methven
Primo E Secundo
An unconventional wonder filled with neat secondhand curiosities. An eclectic mix of retro books, records, furniture, cushions, rugs and clothing.
Open 6 Days: 7am – 2pm
(Closed Tuesday)
38 McMillan Street, Methven
Red Cross Shop
Offering fabulous second hand clothing, furniture and home ware to everyone at affordable prices. And every dollar you spend goes to support vulnerable people in the community.
Open Mon – Fri 1pm-4pm
Sunday 12pm-3pm
46 Forest Drive, Methven
Rumour Has it
Rumour Has It is nestled in the heart of Methven offering a beautiful selection of homewares, jewellery, gifts and treasures.
Open Thurs & Fri 1pm-5pm
Sat 10am-3pm & Sun 10am-2pm
(Closed Mon-Wed)
Shop 2/38 McMillan Street, Methven
Smith Gallery
Artworks of Karen Smith along with lots of giftware to choose from. Quality products including jewellery, soaps, silk flowers, mens & baby gifts plus more.
Open Mon 10am-4pm (Closed Tues)
Wed-Fri 10am-4pm
Sat 10am-2pm & Sun 10am -1pm
30 Forest Drive, Methven
Four Square Methven
33 McMillan Street
Open 7 days
from 7.00am – 8.00pm
Deliveries available.
Phone 03 302 8114
Fresh Choice Methven
34 The Mall
Open 7 days from 8am – 7pm
Online deliveries & click and collect available.
Phone: 03 302 8050
Methven Liquor
Main Street & Forest Drive
Drive Thru Open 7 days
Mon – Wed 12-9pm
Thurs – Sat 10am-9.30pm Sun 10am-9pm
Phone: 03 302 8045
Super Liquor Methven
93 Main Street
Open 7 days
Mon – Thurs 10am-9pm
Fri – Sat 10am-9.30pm Sun 10am-9pm
Phone: 03 302 9500
