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Nieu Bethesda
To see and do
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| OwlHouse |
The strange and wonderful Owl House created by Helen Martins in the 50’s and made famous by Athol Fugard in “The Road to Mecca”. . Email Owl House |
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Kitching Fossil Exploration centre |
This centre tells the story of life in South Africa 253 million years ago during the Permian Period. Take a half-hour stroll with a guide to the nearby Gats River bed to find real fossils then walk back to the Centre via the historical foot bridge. |
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| Donkey Cart Tours |
Find Jakob under the pepper trees outside the Owl house and let him guide you around the village in style. 072 987 9831 (after 6pm) |
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Charmaine Haines Ceramics
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Charmaine Haines is prominently established in the South African ceramics scene. Her work forms part of numerous art collections and has been selected to represent South Africa on International exhibitions. Working within the realm of figurative clay, Haines uses both abstract and stylised symbols and motives to embellish both her sculptural and utility forms. Email Charmaine |
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| Frans Boekkooi Sculpture Studio |
Frans Boekkooi’s Sculpture Studio and Heidi’s Gallery next to the Brewery. Meet this acclaimed artist and see work by other Eastern Cape artists in the adjoining gallery. Email Frans |
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Martin Haines
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Studio potter living in Nieu Bethesda producing a range of handmade flatware i.e. plates and platters, specializing also in the production of tiles. He works mainly in the colours of blue and white inspired by traditional early European porcelain namely Delftware. Email Martin
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| Dutch Reformed Church |
~ still lit by gas chandeliers that pre-date the arrival of electricity in the town, the imposing white church asserts its presence over the entire valley. To see the Church, phone Peet ~ 049 8411 401 / 082 579 1039 /Email Peet |
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| Cemetry |
A view of the past with graves dating back to the 17 and 1800's, many of them unmarked save for their beautiful local stone, this is a peaceful and pretty place to spend a quiet time. |
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| The Old Mill |
A quaint stone building houses this ancient water mill that used to grind wheat |
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Art, music, dance, theatre... visit the gallery, see a class in progress, take part in a workshop, or catch a performance at the magical open-air theatre. Muller Street, Tel: 049-8411731
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| Woollen Craft Felting project |
Local ladies making great felt balls and other art objects. 049 841 1400 or 049 841 1671. |
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Ganora Excursions
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Give us a day and we'll give you 240 million years! Guided tours are offered to San and Khoi shelters on the farm where rock art dating back to 10 000 years ago can be viewed. Email Hester |
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| The Brewery & Two Goats Deli |
Visit André Cilliers’ Micro Brewery and meet the goats that provide the cheese for the deli! André ~ 049 8411 602 / 076 5112 9026 / sneeubergtrading@telkomsa.net |
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| The Owl Shed |
Charles and Leonie Williamson have collected over 2500 owls from all over the world - these figurines in all kinds of materials from wood to crystal will keep you busy for quite some time! Leonie ~ 073 869 7011 |
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| The Post Office |
this eccentric little eatery also offers everything from home grown herbs to hand knitted blankets. You can also stock up on freshly baked bread, delightful jams, chutneys and pickles (or mail a postcard!) Heidi ~ 049 8411 636 / 082 865 2699 / heidikb@mweb.co.za. |
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| Inclusive books and Art Gallery |
offers collectables, books for the collector and artworks by top South African artists. Only open during the holidays. Wilna ~ 082 787 6378/ swm@kingsley.co.za |
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| Nok Nok Design Studio |
is an eclectic shop and gallery and is situated across the Village Inn – well worth a visit. Jacques ~ 082 497 2138 / jox.dsgn@gmail.com |
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| Michelle's Hair Studio |
is next to Nok Nok ~ people travel from all over for a treat by Michelle ~ 072 838 5683 |
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| Athol Fugard Info |
For more info on Athol Fugard, walks and places ask at the Village Inn. Owner Idil Sheard is also the official translator for Fugard Idil ~ 049 8411 635 / isheard@lantic.net |
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| Labyrinth |
Labyrinth and Maze created by artist Albert Redelinghuys (just beyond the Brewery.) |
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