CRUISIN’ CAROLINE
CAROLINE BAY ROCK AND HOP 2021
After the disappointment of last year’s Caroline Bay Rock and Hop having to be cancelled due to Covid, things turned out much better for this year’s event, with participant tickets selling out and huge crowds at Saturday’s Gala Day. The Caroline Bay Rock and Hop is a fundraiser for Hospice South Canterbury, and, with such large numbers participating over the weekend, the crew were more than happy.
For those making a long weekend of it, things got under way early on Thursday afternoon with entrants leaving Caroline Bay at 1pm and heading south on the cruise to Riverstone Castle just south of the Waitaki River. A look through the gift shop and a coffee at the cafe were the order of the day; those who had pre-purchased tickets also took a tour through the castle. Entrants then make their way back to Timaru in their own time.
Friday’s entertainment began with a cruise through to Geraldine. After parking up at the Caroline Bay reserve, the hundreds of entrants began leaving at 11am, snaking their way through the beautiful countryside to this small picturesque rural town. Vehicles could park in a dedicated area close to town, giving people the opportunity to look around, grab a coffee or lunch, or view the many art galleries and boutique shops Geraldine has to offer.