Sumner Beach. - Sumner Is A Coastal Seaside Suburb Of Christchurch, New Zealand And Was Surveyed And Named In 1849 In Honour Of John Bird Sumner, The Then Newly Appointed Archbishop Of Canterbury And President Of The Canterbury Association. Christchurch's Popular Beach Location Is Only A 20 Minute Drive From The City Centre - Yet With Soft Sand, Great Surf And Swim Beach, Rocks To Climb, Promenade, Cafés And Ice Creams, You'll Feel Like You're Really Out Of Town! If You're Keen To Have A Go At Surfing Or Just Want To Play On A Bodyboard, Head Towards The Clock Tower And Scarborough Beach. On Most Days Of Summer You'll Find Surf Or Bodyboard Hire, And Surf Lessons Advertised On The Promenade. They Offer Kids' Or Adults' Classes, As Well As Private Lessons. Photo