Cheeki Cherries, Cromwell
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- Season starts
- From 4 December through the cherry season, closed only Christmas Day
- Opening hours
- 8am to 6pm
Last checked : 27 August 2026
What you can pick, and when
| Crop | Season | Price |
|---|---|---|
| cherries | From 4 December through the cherry season, closed only Christmas Day | not confirmed |
Contact
- Phone 021 808 747
- Email martinmilne@xtra.co.nz
- Website cheekicherries.co.nz
Before you go
- Open daily from 4 December, closed Christmas Day
- Hours 8am to 6pm
- Booking No booking needed
- On site farm gate shop, picnic area and playground
No bookings required, tour groups welcome
About Cheeki Cherries
Cheeki Cherries is a pick your own cherry orchard at Cromwell in Central Otago, run by Martin Milne and family. The orchard grows export grade, low spray cherries and opens to the public daily from 4 December, from 8am to 6pm, closing only on Christmas Day. No booking is needed and tour groups are welcome, and ladders are provided for reaching the higher branches. Fruit can also be bought pre-picked for visitors who would rather not pick their own, and the orchard sells fresh cherries online with overnight courier delivery around New Zealand. On site there is a shop in a red barn selling gifts and local produce, real fruit ice cream, picnic areas under the trees, and outdoor games for children including a trampoline, climbing frame and swings. Cheeki Cherries is well reviewed on Tripadvisor and is a popular stop for visitors to Cromwell during the summer cherry season. Contact the orchard by phone or through its website for current pricing, and check picking conditions before travelling, since cherry availability depends on the weather and the stage of the season.
Common questions
Can you pick your own at Cheeki Cherries?
Yes. Cheeki Cherries at Cromwell lets visitors pick cherries.
When is Cheeki Cherries open for picking?
From 4 December through the cherry season, closed only Christmas Day, 8am to 6pm. Picking depends on the weather, so check with the farm before you travel.
Do you need to book at Cheeki Cherries?
No booking is needed. Picking still depends on the weather, so ring ahead if you are travelling a distance.