East Griqualand Open Gardens 2024

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Friday 1 – Sunday 3 November
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The gardens that form part of this year’s East Griqualand Open Gardens, are all in the Kokstad and Swartberg area and will be open on the first weekend in November 2024.
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Tickets: R50 for all East Griqualand Open Gardens, or R10 for each garden (honesty box at each garden). Tickets for sale at the Wellness Centre, 123 Main Street and Soozi’s, 112 Hathorne Street

Time: 8:00 -17:00, Sunday until 14:00

Enquiries: Louise Simpson 073 464 2440, louise@cooperdale.co.za or Justine Venn 073 362 7771, justkeal.jk@gmail.com

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FLITWICK RANCH
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Katie du Plessis
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The old farm homestead, built in the 1800s, is surrounded by a well-established garden that blends gently into the surrounding farmland. The old buildings, such as the Cheese Factory and stables, have been renovated into luxury accommodation. The old cattle kraals have been turned into a deli and are situated next to a dam. The picturesque combination of roses, nandinas, petunias, and geraniums, to name but a few, make a colourful array.
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Directions: From Kokstad, Travel 42 km on the R617 towards Swartberg. 100 m before the T-junction and speed bumps, turn right onto the D630 for travel for 7 km.
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Time to view: 1 hour
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SILVER OAKS
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Philippa Brownrigg
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A dedicated plant lover and propagator’s garden cultivated with rich, lush bushes, vibrant blooms, and diverse greenery, the garden is a clear example of a knowledgeable collector, offering a serene escape into nature’s bounty and beauty.
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Directions: From Plants for Africa in Kokstad, head for 13 km towards Franklin on the D617. Turn right onto the D621 district road. Travel for 1 km and take the turnoff to Silver Oaks on the right.
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Time to view: 45 min
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VILLA TRIMITHI
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Christodoulou
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82 Hawthorne Street, Kokstad
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A lush, verdant garden with a sweeping lawn and interesting focal points. You will also find a tucked-away rose garden filled with the sweetest fragrances. An elegant, timeless garden.
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Time to view: 45 min
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YONAROO
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Lynn Walker
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Lynn took over her daughter-in-law’s garden less than three years ago with well-established hedges and roses and, in a short time, has given it her signature structure and beauty. Parts of the garden were redesigned for ease of maintenance as she spends a good time away. The garden provides the space to relax and enjoy the peaceful place with elegant colour coordination and a pocket filled with happy, delightful flowers. There is also a rustic cricket pitch for seven energetic grandchildren.
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Directions: From Kokstad, take the R56 towards Matatiele. Travel for 11.2 km, then turn off to the farm on the left-hand side of the road. The sign for Stoneybrook is 600 m further on the right- hand side of the road. Yonaroo is on the opposite side.
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Time to view: 45 min
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