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Mindfulness Meditation and Vipassana workshops, classes and retreats – online and in person. Yoga classes / workshops / retreats – (Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and Restorative yoga) Learn to breathe deeply and correctly, quieten the mind, calm your nervous system, find mental and physical ease. Improve emotional regulation, reduce insomnia & anxiety. Reduce the effects of …

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Californian Samantha O’Keefe went searching for paradise and discovered incredible terroir at Lismore. She is the passionate pioneer of W.O. Greyton. Samantha O’Keefe is happy to announce that the Lismore tasting room is now open for trading. Premium wine experience Lismore Tasting Room 13 DS Botha Street, Unit C Greyton 7233 Tasting room phone 064 …

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The Greyton Country Croquet Club or commonly known as the GCCC is open to everybody in our community. We embrace the young and the old and no matter what background, colour or creed – you would be so welcomed into the GCCC fraternity. Unfortunately there are rules in any Club environment and having experienced an …

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Willie Jacobs @ Greyton Art Gallery Art Gallery, local and other, South African Art classes & workshops. Annalie Wesson Ambiance Eatery – Willie Jacobs at Greyton Art Gallery Corner Main & Ds Botha Streets, Greyton Tel: 028 254 9233 Cell: 082 450 9532

Greyton is a place for the body and soul. Fresh air, clean water, beautiful surroundings, walking and cycling, massages, good food, freshly brewed beer…. the list goes on and on.

High Hopes Healing Energy Centre offers individual therapeutic and relaxation sessions, as well as retreat programmes tailored to your needs. For anybody wanting to reconnect with themselves, looking for therapeutic support while taking time out, whether on holiday or in recovery from perhaps surgery, a sore or grieving heart, recovery from addiction, wanting to tackle …

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It might seem unrealistic to give a 5 star rating all round but really this place is sublime. We spent the weekend in Greyton on one of our family members farm and decided to eat out on the Saturday night. What an absolutely gorgeous place, from the warm welcome, warm as it the pizza oven …

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Greyton Transition Town Greyton Transition Town started mid 2011 when a group of local people met to consider the challenge of increasing fuel costs and the corresponding rise in the cost of living, particularly with regard to escalating food prices. We saw Transition as a means of inspiring the communities of Greyton, Genadendal and surrounding …

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Old Potter’s Inn Craft beers – MADE FROM FRESH MOUNTAIN SPRING WATER SAISON – “Plaas Japie” – (IBU’s 19.8, EBC 11.9, abv 5%) In the French speaking farmlands of Belgium, farmers used to brew special ale for their workers towards the end of winter. Once the harvest was completed at the end of summer, this special …

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Jared Ruttenberg recently paid Greyton a visit and wrote this about our enchanting village: http://morethanfood.co.za/its-great-in-greyton/

Today the reconstructed Khoi Camp at Genadendal attracts visitors from far and wide. In the early 19th century the missionaries encouraged the Khoi inhabitants of Genadendal to forsake their nomadic lifestyle, settle permanently on the mission station, build permanent clay brick houses, cultivate the land and thus enjoying an enriched Christian education. The material used …

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Caledon, 30 min from Greyton, is home to the Western Cape’s famous Natural Warm Mineral Baths. These natural springs produce over a million litres of water daily and have an average temperature at source of 65 degrees Celsius. The distinctive brown colour of the water is due to the rich iron content, known as chalybeate. …

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Nicola Vernon and Marshall Rinquest of Greyton Transition Town won 3 well-deserved awards at the Eco-Logic awards. 1. Eco Community 2. Eco Angel – Nicola Vernon, CEO 3. Eco Youth – Marshall Rinquest, Director http://www.eco-logicawards.com/ Enviropaedia Nicola Vernon: “This award is for the thousand or more children and adults in our community who are embracing …

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EARS Donkey Sanctuary, Greyton NPO 147-280 • EARS offers Sanctuary to abused, injured and geriatric donkeys • EARS assists with the rehabilitation of working horses and donkeys in the wider community • EARS encourages a culture of empathy to all animals using our donkeys and telling their individual stories to visitors and school groups How …

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Greyton Print Solutions offer large format printing – professional photographic, plan printing, canvas, poster, vinyl, banners, stickers. Laser or Inkjet Printing – business cards, flyers, table talkers, labels, brochures, menus and more. They also offer: fax, scan, copy, laminate, bind, printer cartridges. We’re open Mon-Thu from 9am-5pm & close at 4pm on Fridays. To contact …

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Wildflower Viewing is a favourite pastime in Greyton. You can have a look here at what fynbos has been sighted by our own Klaus Wehrlin over the years. Klaus takes groups out every week on hikes. Check with our Information Bureau when the scheduled hikes take place – normally on a Monday morning at 9 …

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Churches in Greyton and Genadendal The Riviersonderend Valley has several churches, all of Christian faith. Greyton Christian Fellowship, John and Ruth Reader, 028 254 9434, services held at the Uitkyk School in Park St at the top of High St every Sunday morning at 11:00 Greyton NG Kerk / DR Church. Contact person: Marius Greeff …

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Wanda Coustas writes in SA Venues: There are a couple of things you don’t realise at first about Greyton by viewing it on a map. One is that the quaint town is at the end of a road, it is not a thoroughfare (so no trundling trucks at midnight), and the other is that it …

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The Greyton Farm Animal Sanctuary is based on a private farm seven kms outside Greyton on the Krige Road. It offers a permanent home for rescued, orphaned, sick, abused or retired farm animals where their every need is met for the rest of their natural lives. Vets attend the farm regularly and every individual is …

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Posted by SA Travelista – Tucked against the mountains in the Overberg of the Western Cape, Greyton is a perfect weekend getaway that gets you into the country to exercise, relax, and indulge in gorgeous fresh farm food, fabulous wine and craft beer…  in whatever order you wish. Here are my favourites for Greyton. http://satravelista.com/2013/06/18/10-things-to-do-in-greyton/

Nadia Krige of Media 24 writes about Greyton: “There are few towns in South Africa, nay the world, blessed with both the beauty and tranquility that characterizes Greyton. In fact, I would go so far as to say that it’s what the Irish would call a ‘thin place’ – a place where the boundaries between …

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GENADENDAL HISTORIC VILLAGE AND MUSEUM Nelson Mandela: “During our term in office as President of the Republic of South Africa, we decided to rename the presidential official residence in Cape Town from ‘Westbrooke’ to ‘Genadendal’ which means ‘Valley of Grace’. We also visited this historic little town on 10 October 1995. The renaming of the …

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Experience Greyton, 130km from Cape Town – The Jewel of the Overberg! Explore our extensive mountain bike trails. Pick a trail that suits you and ride with your friends and family and experience pristine nature. There are a couple of club rides each week – alway great to ride with locals . 18 West St, …

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Janet-Lynn Vorster, previous resident of Greyton, tells Globerovers Magazine about life in this quaint village…“residents in Greyton are generally busy, healthy and vibrant, so don’t let the average age of many retired residents fool you into thinking the town is not bursting with creative energy and brilliant minds”…. Read more here…  

Liesel Kershoff wrote: “The Overberg is starting to show it’s winter coat of rolling green hills and foggy valleys. I am fortunate to witness this spectacular show every year and it has become my mission to capture it’s beauty. Enjoy!” Time – Liesel Kershoff Photography

The Dutch Reformed Church Wedding Venue is an ideal, affordable wedding venue which is conveniently situated on the Main Road of Greyton village. The special ambiance of this intimate church, nestled by the Sonderend mountains, provides a wonderful setting for your special ceremony. You can then stroll across the street to our hall for your …

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Africa Geographic writes: Greyton is a wee, twee village… Set in the Overberg region, with the Sonderend mountains as a backdrop, Greyton is all oak-lined lanes and itsy, bitsy country cottages. I recently spent a weekend here and it felt like I’d wound back the clock and time travelled into an olde English parish, with …

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The Greyton Nature Reserve is, arguably, Greyton’s greatest asset. The reserve is 2200 hectares in extent and is the third largest Nature Reserve in the Cape.  It has never been properly explored and according to Professor Rycroft, contains plants that have not been seen since they were described by Burchell in 1812. The entrance to …

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Bird watching in Greyton and the Sonderend Valley is great. Not only is the birding in the Greyton village itself wonderful, the Greyton Nature Reserve compares favourably with other top birding spots in the Overberg such as the Harold Porter and Caledon Botanical Gardens. The many hiking and walking trails in the area also make …

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Greyton is surrounded by Nature Reserves and one can safely hike and enjoy the mountains. There are many hikes and walks – some easy and some more technical. Contact our office for a map of the walks, or www.greytonconservationsociety.com for more information on the different hikes. If you prefer, you can choose to go on …

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Guided Hikes with Marshall Rinquest, director of Greyton Transition Town, takes you on walks and hikes anything between an hour and 2 days in and around Greyton and in Genadendal. He does medicine walks where he shows people local natural plants in the area which can be used as medicine. Marshall also does night hikes. …

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Greyton Lodge is the perfect Greyton wedding venue and for hosting wedding receptions. Greyton Lodge wonderfully romantic gardens, with the grandeur of the Sonderend mountain range as a backdrop, is an idyllic setting as a Greyton wedding venue. Having had the pleasure of hosting several weddings, we know how to make your wedding day that …

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Greyton Village Historic Walk – beautiful buildings of Greyton date as far back as 1854 and the aesthetics committee works hard to conserve the architectural integrity of the village. A printed map and the description here is available from our Information Bureau in the Main Road. Download the map GS_Greyton Tourism_A3 Historical Map_May2012 On the …

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Vasgevang writes: “Greyton is one of South Africa’s most beautiful and quaint small towns. It is home to many creatives and just 90mins from Cape Town. The perfect weekend getaway. My camera was drawn to the beauty of the nature that surrounded me and to the detail of the flowers in the Mountain reserve. Read …

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unrestrictedliving.co.za writes about Greyton: Nestled in a gorgeous valley just a scenic hour and a half drive from Cape Town; Greyton is a wonderful destination that has long attracted weary city slickers to its charming little village for a well-needed break from the bright lights of the CBD. Read More…

Finding Pretty Again writes: Have you ever been to Greyton? You should go, you know. One word of warning – you’ll fall a little in love with it all. Greyton is a little town close to historical Genadedal, near Caledon in the Western Cape, on the edge of the Gobos River, a perenial stream and …

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SA-Venues writes: The peaceful little hamlet of Greyton lies surrounded by the Riviersonderend (river without end) mountains and farmlands some 90 minutes from Cape Town. Greyton is fast earning the reputation as a perfect weekend getaway. Read more here…

The Portfolio Collection explores a list of fun things to see, do and experience in and around the scenic village of Greyton in the Overberg. Read more here…

Alana Meyer writes: My sister and I visited Greyton to see our family. It is such a cute little town, and bustling over the weekend with travellers from all over coming to see the markets, coming for a lazy lunch or even just a relaxing weekend away. The scenery is just so stunning. Imagine waking …

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Wednesday Produce Market There is an Incredible Edible Greyton table in the main road of the village each Wednesday morning where local and home-grown organic produce is swapped or sold. Although the village is quaint and natural, with mostly dirt roads, the infrastructure is sophisticated with excellent food shops, a pharmacy and a doctor. Here …

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A haven for children. Greyton caters hugely for children, where the freedom of cycling and playing in the streets is a novelty and some restaurants have a specially designed area for children. When you visit Greyton remember that your ultimate Greyton accommodation can be booked through our offices, bookings@greytontourism.com or 028 254 9564/9414  

Horse Cart Rides On Saturday mornings while the market is on, horse cart rides are a popular activity for children. When you visit Greyton remember that your ultimate Greyton accommodation can be booked through our offices, bookings@greytontourism.com or 028 254 9564/9414

CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE WEDDINGS VENUES AND SERVICES AVAILABLE IN AND AROUND GREYTON When it comes to weddings, Greyton ticks all the boxes! Getting married in Greyton is memorable – made all the more so by the fact that it is held in this little jewel of a town. Wedding guests love it! We …

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Boesmanskloof Trail open as from 5 February 2021. Greyton Tourism does not issue permits over weekends, permits should be booked in advance to avoid having more than 50 people on the trail per day. Contact the Greyton Tourism office to buy your permit and book your accommodation in Greyton for your hike. Tel: 028 254 …

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Hiking and walking in Greyton is an absolute must! There are many paths, some of them in the nature reserve, others along the rivers and no least, the historic walk in the village. Click here to go to Greyton Conservation Society page for detailed information of the hikes 2 Day Genadendal Trail The trail is …

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When in Greyton, one has to go Chocolate Shopping! Visit  the Von Geusau Chocolate Shop at the Oak and Vigne Cafe. The iconic Von Geusau Chocolates are hand-made in Greyton in the Belgian tradition from the best quality couverture and to top it all you can over-indulge in a decadent, thick chocolate drink at the …

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Greyton’s Saturday Morning Market is renowned for its fresh, scrumptious fare and other close-to-nature products. Every Saturday morning from 10h00 to 12h00 Greyton’s Market Square is abuzz with activity, where people flock to buy home-made and home-crafted goods. This is very much a Community Market with a variety of goods from Greyton and the villages of …

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