
The first building constructed in 1859 served as a Church, Sunday school and Headmaster’s residence. A wooden church was built in 1864 and the present building was opened in 1911. Woodend might almost be described as a Wesleyan settlement. The founders of the church arrived in Woodend in 1857-58. Closed for burials. Source: Waimakariri District Council https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/services/cemeteries/cemetery-locations