08 October 2026
Partly cloudy. Light winds.
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1 / 4Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Chancellor Hut
Chancellor Hut is the oldest alpine hut still on its original site. It was carried in piece by piece and assembled on site, in the days before alpine air lifts.
Hut category
Serviced Alpine
Capacity
12 bunks
Booking
Not required
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Westland forecast
Issued 8 Oct 2026, 11:31 am
09 October 2026
Mainly fine, but isolated afternoon and evening showers about the ranges. Light winds, afternoon sea breezes.
10 October 2026
Mostly cloudy with isolated showers, turning to rain in the afternoon. Northeasterlies.
11 October 2026
Occasional rain clearing in the afternoon, then partly cloudy. Light winds.
12 October 2026
Fine, but becoming cloudy in the evening. Light winds.
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About Chancellor Hut
Chancellor Hut is the oldest alpine hut still on its original site. It was carried in piece by piece and assembled on site, in the days before alpine air lifts.
Facilities at Chancellor Hut
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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Availability, fees, facilities, water and access can change. Confirm the latest hut information and alerts, carry suitable equipment, and be prepared for the hut to be full.