InterNations - A Place for Brits in Christchurch

Hello to all of our Brits in Christchurch! Are you interested in getting to know fellow British expats in Christchurch? Are you looking for advice from other Brits, e.g. which bars in Christchurch will broadcast your favorite team’s upcoming match or where in town to go for roast beef?

You are cordially invited to be part of InterNations Christchurch. Among the members of our international expat network, there is also a vibrant circle of British expats, coming from London, Cardiff, Glasgow and all regions of the UK.

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Serhat Ahmed

Serhat Ahmed

With all of the information that InterNations provided on Wellington, it made my move from Turkey easier than I could have imagined.

Melanie Rasbery

Melanie Rasbery

Since I knew about the active expat network in New Zealand, InterNations made moving to Wellington more exciting than it had seemed before.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Christchurch

4,112
members in Christchurch
440
British members
3+
monthly events
66
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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Meet fellow Brits at our events in Christchurch

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Brits in Christchurch.

InterNations Christchurch Mid Winter Gathering
InterNations Christchurch Mid Winter Gathering
An Evening meal out on the 25th, no , not Christmas Day, but Thursday week. A Thai Restaurant, which is one of my personal favorites , due excellent food, friendly staff, and easy parking for convenience. Be Brave, come on out, and meet a couple of the other guests!
An Evening meal out on the 25th, no , not Christmas Day, but Thursday week. A Thai Restaurant, which is one of my personal favorites , due excellent food, friendly staff, and easy parking for convenience. Be Brave, come on out, and meet a couple of the other guests!
InterNations Christchurch: Great Views & Good Company
Looking for a great night out? Join us at our favorite central spot known for its snacky bites and stunning views of the New Stadium! 🏙️ We have hosted very successful events here before, and the atmosphere never disappoints. It’s a fantastic opportunity to: 🤝Connect with new and familiar faces
Looking for a great night out? Join us at our favorite central spot known for its snacky bites and stunning views of the New Stadium! 🏙️ We have hosted very successful events here before, and the atmosphere never disappoints. It’s a fantastic opportunity to: 🤝Connect with new and familiar faces
InterNations Christchurch April Meal Out
InterNations Christchurch April Meal Out
This month, we have chosen a famous Spanish Restaurant , not quite in the city centre, but in the Botanical Gardens, very close to the Antigua Boat Sheds. We , as InterNations, have been there before, now it’s our chance to try it again to enjoy their food, service and brush up on our Spanish, and
This month, we have chosen a famous Spanish Restaurant , not quite in the city centre, but in the Botanical Gardens, very close to the Antigua Boat Sheds. We , as InterNations, have been there before, now it’s our chance to try it again to enjoy their food, service and brush up on our Spanish, and
Christchurch InterNations March Dinner
Christchurch InterNations March Dinner
We have chosen a South American Restaurant for variety, although Internations have been there before, many moons ago.A restaurant, certainly very central, and a very Pub atmosphere, but I am confident we will have a quiet corner..since the number of Attendees has been increasingly low, I have set a
We have chosen a South American Restaurant for variety, although Internations have been there before, many moons ago.A restaurant, certainly very central, and a very Pub atmosphere, but I am confident we will have a quiet corner..since the number of Attendees has been increasingly low, I have set a

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Why British expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our British members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Christchurch Community Group
Christchurch Community Group

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British Expats in Christchurch Share Their Experiences

InterNations is a place where British expats in Christchurch exchange experiences and tips to support each other. Ōtautahi, as it is known to the Maori, can be a great place for expats - our community helps you make the most of your experience!

  • Browse our Members Network to get to know Christchurch’s British expats.
  • Take part in our Expat Forums to obtain first hand tips from fellow British expats in Christchurch.
  • Use the Expat Guide for Christchurch to find information on your host city.

Meet Fellow Brits in Christchurch at Our Events

Our community in Christchurch is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Christchurch’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other British expats to explore the South Island. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from the UK in your local community as well as Brits in New Zealand nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Brits living in Christchurch!

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