Our Story An aerial search in 1998 led Sir Peter Jackson’s team of location scouts to the Alexander farm, a stunning 1,250 acre sheep farm in the heart of the Waikato. They quickly realised that the Hobbits™ had found a home. Sustainability Hobbiton Movie Set recognises that its business has an impact on the local economy, community and the environment, as well as the wider New Zealand tourism industry. We are committed to ensuring this impact is a positive one. The Green Dragon™ Inn Step inside the masterfully recreated pub, where the barrels are filled with our exclusive Southfarthing™ ale, stout, cider and ginger beer, a perfect match to any feast in The Shire™. Our Brews Explore the Hobbit™ Southfarthing™ range that is only available from Hobbiton™ Movie Set. The Shire's Rest™ A converted woolshed, The Shire's™ Rest is located in the heart of the Waikato countryside and is home to the Shire's™ Rest Cafe, Ticketing Office, Store and Garden Bar. Bagshot Row™ The door has opened on a new adventure and we invite you to step inside and explore the humble home of a typical Hobbit™ family.