Christchurch City Council owns and looks after some of the city’s heritage buildings, sites, structures and objects on behalf of Christchurch’s citizens.
The recent earthquakes has meant that some of these have been damaged, some so severely that sadly they cannot be saved.
This page provides updates and links on a few of Christchurch’s well-known Council owned heritage buildings, sites, structures and objects.
Edmonds Clock Tower
As a result of the Canterbury earthquakes, the Edmonds Clock Tower has sustained cracking at two levels and the top section has moved. There is also moderate damage around the windows. In mid-May 2012 the tower will be carefully removed and placed on a bed of sand. A timber frame will stabilise the tower and then tarpaulins will keep the structure weatherproofed...
more information.
Bridge of Remembrance
Options for permanently repairing the bridge and arch are currently being investigated. We are aware that the site holds great significance for veterans, their families and the wider community... more information.
Captain Robert Falcon Scott Statue
The grass beneath the Captain Scott statue, at Scott Reserve on Oxford Terrace at Worcester Street, proved to be a saving grace when this statue was thrown from its plinth in the 22 February 2011 Canterbury Earthquake...
more information.
Godley House
Godley House, Diamond Harbour’s iconic heritage building and destination was badly damaged by the 4 September earthquake. It sustained further significant damage in the 22 February earthquake.
Two independent reports from structural engineers concluded that the building is unsalvageable and needs to be deconstructed and demolished.
Through careful deconstruction it is hoped that some heritage fabric will be salvaged.
Deconstruction work on Godley House
The deconstruction and demolition of Godley House began in mid-December 2011. Godley House has now been demolished.
Future plans for the site
Christchurch City Council will work closely with the local community and key stakeholders to look at all future options for the development of this historic site.
Download PDF [3.5MB] of a short history of Godley House.
Godley House Wake Photo Gallery
11 September 2011: The Diamond Harbour community and visitors from around the region turned out in big numbers to farewell Diamond Harbour's historic Godley House.
