The Sumner foreshore, looking from
Scarborough to the village
Looking down on Sumner village
towards Scarborough Heads
Surf at Scarborough Beach, Sumner
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Sumner Beach Information & Location Map
Sumner is a picturesque seaside suburban village located 20 minutes drive
from Christchurch's City Centre. For more than a century, Christchurch people
have enjoyed the charm and beauty of Sumner. Stay with us at The Marine Bar &
Backpackers, our location map is displayed below, and online bookings are available.
Sumner village has all the necessities to cater for the discerning traveller, including:
- a supermarket
- pharmacy
- modern 3-screen cinema
- many cafes and restaurants
- bars
- local deli
- surf gear hire
- Post Shop
Sumner is renowned for its safe swimming, good surfing and relaxing atomsphere.
The Estuary and local beaches are extremely popular for other water-based activities including
- kite surfing
- windsurfing
- sailing
The surrounding Port Hills are renowned for
- paragliding
- rock climbing
- mountain biking
- horse riding
- costal walks
