End of an era as Red Barn prepares to close its doors

The Red Barn’s eclectic selection of items will be missed by many locals and visitors.

They say all good things must come to an end, but it will still be a very sad day for local antique lovers when The Red Barn in Warkworth closes its doors after more than 40 years.

The Matakana Road landmark’s redoubtable owner, Margie Hetherington, is now in her eighties and has decided, albeit somewhat reluctantly, that now is the time to finally step back, slow down and retire from the business.

Fans of antiques, collectables and vintage items still have tim...