Celebrity hobbies: Peter Leitch

Mad Butcher Sir Peter Leitch. Photo / Dean Purcell.

Mad Butcher Sir Peter Leitch

What is your favourite thing to do in your spare time?

I like kayaking. I love kayaking, but I haven't done it in a while. I'm certainly looking forward to doing some over the holidays.

Why did you choose that?

I don't know why I chose it - I just enjoy it. It's very peaceful when you get out there. I have a home on Waiheke Island and there are so many beautiful spots there to kayak to.

What do you enjoy about it?

We have a little club of friends on Waiheke who all do it, so I enjoy doing it with them.

Is it expensive?

I don't think it's an expensive hobby. It's like any hobby, you can make it as expensive as you like. Our club keeps it pretty basic. We don't go for that expensive stuff, just an ordinary little kayak.

What do your friends and family think about your hobby?

My friends kayak with me, and I think my wife enjoys the peace and quiet when I'm out of the house doing it.