Minniesdale Chapel is a historic chapel at 59 Shegadeen Road in Wharehine, Rodney, rated 4.8 on Google from 30 reviews. Reviews describe a quiet, picturesque setting above the Oruawharo River, a gravel road in, and a cemetery where visitors pay their respects.
The website describes a small Gothic timber chapel with stained glass windows, overlooking the Oruawharo River, an arm of the Kaipara Harbour. It is described as the oldest surviving church in Albertland, with headstones of early settlers in the cemetery. The chapel can be hired for services, weddings and christenings.
For visitors to Rodney who enjoy quiet heritage places, this little chapel above the river is a peaceful stop, and the gravel road in is worth driving slowly.