Our History

Canterbury of New Zealand’s heart and soul originated in the Canterbury province of New Zealand, and had its beginnings in the late 1880’s. When two family companies joined forces in 1904, the foundations of the Canterbury of New Zealand brand were laid. For many years, Canterbury of New Zealand was a major part of the Lane Walker Rudkin group of companies and was formed to market the “Canterbury of New Zealand” brand.

Canterbury of New Zealand built its foundations in club rugby, the grass roots of the game and has never lost sight of its beginnings. In fact, Canterbury of New Zealand made its jerseys so well that word soon leaked out to other rugby playing nations. Canterbury of New Zealand jerseys found their way all over the world. Canterbury of New Zealand continues to produce high quality, unique clothing, each stitched with the spirit of rugby.

To continue growing successfully off the field Canterbury of New Zealand recognizes that it must remain the champion on the field. No other apparel company in the world has the same singular focus on rugby as Canterbury of New Zealand.

The soul of Canterbury is rugby and its unique values. Always has been, always will be.