It is the fourth-largest cricket ground in the country, and is renowned for its "village green" setting, affording a picnic atmosphere for spectators.

It reverted to its original name in 2006, when Westpac decided to end its sponsorship of a number of sporting events and grounds in New Zealand.

Seddon Park is a round, well-grassed ground with a centre block of nine pitches, running approximately north to south.

Kane Williamson has the highest Test score on the ground, 251 versus West Indies in 2020.

This stadium has hosted One Day International (ODI) matches for all editions of the World cups, when New Zealand was a co-host.