Saxton Oval

#664 among destinations in New Zealand

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Saxton Oval, also known as Saxton Field, is a cricket ground in Saxton, Stoke, Nelson Region, New Zealand. Saxton Oval was one of the venues for the 2015 Cricket World Cup. It hosted three matches during the tournament. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°19'54"S, 173°12'50"E

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NelsonNew Zealand

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Saxton Oval – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trafalgar Park, Botanical Gardens, Nelson Provincial Museum, Christ Church Cathedral.

5.7 miNE
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
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5.8 miNE
Garden, Park, Sport venue
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5.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Nelson Provincial Museum, Nelson
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5.3 miNE
Church
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2.7 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
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1.5 miW
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Park
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4.1 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Grampians
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3.8 miN
Beach
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5.9 miNE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
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2.9 miNE
Nightlife
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