About Us
Around 100,000 people make use of UXBRIDGE annually – either participating in classes, workshops, programmes, events and exhibitions – or using UXBRIDGE as a base for community activities and hire.
Uxbridge Community Projects was founded, as an incorporated society, in 1981 when the former Howick Borough Council purchased the Uxbridge Presbyterian Church and associated buildings. The purpose of the society was to operate the facilities for the community, providing arts, and cultural activities.
There have been many changes since 1981. The Howick Borough Council was amalgamated into Manukau City in 1990 and then Manukau City was amalgamated into the Auckland Council in 2010.
Redevelopment of UXBRIDGE, by Auckland Council took place in 2015/16 but UXBRIDGE has remained an independent, not-for-profit organisation. Around one third of its funding comes from Auckland Council through the Howick Local Board but the remaining two-thirds has to be self-generated.
Recently the original incorporated society has transitioned to a more appropriate governance model known as the Uxbridge Community Charitable Trust comprising a small group of trustees meeting 4-6 times a year.
Our People
Our tutors have the skill and qualifications in their specific areas of interest and are passionate about sharing their knowledge with you.
We are also committed to delivering a quality service, ensuring your privacy and your health and safety.
Visitor Information
Everything you need to plan your visit
Getting here
Location
35 Uxbridge Road, Howick
Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand
UXBRIDGE is located just 50 meters from the centre of Howick Village situated next to Howick Library. The main entrance to the UXBRIDGE building is via Uxbridge Road.
Transport & Parking
Car parking
UXBRIDGE shares a small car park with the Early Learning Centre (Approx. 6 metres’ walk from our rear entrance), comprising seven parking spaces (including two disabled parking spots) and a drop-off zone. You may use the drop-off zone before your class to drop off any materials you have and park nearby. You can access this car park via the driveway to the left of the Howick Library.
Alternative parking options include on-street parking along Uxbridge Road, and another car park located beside The Grand Indian Restaurant & Bar on Uxbridge Road. There is also parking along Selwyn Road and The Glebe, accessible via the Selwyn Road pathway, which leads directly to the UXBRIDGE Studios.
Buses
Howick is connected to Auckland’s CBD via bus and ferry with bus stops located on either end of Picton Street. There are also bus connections from Manukau & South Auckland and local services within East Auckland.
Please check the Auckland Transport website for more information and to plan your journey.
Taxis
Taxis can pick up and drop off from the front entrance on Uxbridge Road (approx. 5 metres walk to our main entrance).
Access
All UXBRIDGE facilities are wheelchair accessible. Assistance dogs are welcome.
Please head to our Accessibility page for more information.
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