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5 Mountains & Andreas (at 5 Mountains) | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-22:00 The Red and the White: Come and taste the best of the Bovlei Valley's truly boutique wines, Andreas Shiraz Mountains Chenin Blanc in the beautiful, relaxed gardens of 5 Mountains Lodge at the foot of the magnificent Bains Kloof Pass. Glorious picnic baskets and wine tasting will be on offer throughout the day (10:00-17:00). In the evening, we cordially invite you to a 5 course gourmet dinner with wine pairing for R450 pp. The evening will commence with a sparkling wine reception at 18.30 followed by a tutored wine tasting and live entertainment during the meal.Dress: Formal. Booking is essential.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 The Red and the White: Come and taste the best of the Bovlei Valley's truly boutique wines, Andreas Shiraz 5 Mountains Chenin Blanc in the beautiful, relaxed gardens of 5 Mountains Lodge at the foot of the magnificent Bains Kloof Pass. Glorious picnic baskets and wine tasting will be on offer throughout the day (10:00-1700)

CONTACT Carole / Jacqueline

TEL (021) 864 3409

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Bosman Family Vineyards | | Bovlei |

Saturday 12:00-18:00 A long lunch. 12:00-18:00. Kick off your working shoes and enjoy a leisurely festive summer lunch set against the backdrop of historic Cape Dutch splendour. Celebrate wholehearted country food paired with boutique-style wines while breathing Boland air and generations of hospitality. Savour the slow beat of ambient live music, play a relaxing game of Boules and take a cellar tour or watch the kids enjoy supervised pony rides in the kids' play area.

Sunday 12:00-18:00 A long lunch. 12:00-18:00. Kick off your working shoes and enjoy a leisurely festive summer lunch set against the backdrop of historic Cape Dutch splendour. Celebrate wholehearted country food paired with boutique-style wines while breathing Boland air and generations of hospitality. Savour the slow beat of ambient live music, play a relaxing game of Boules and take a cellar tour or watch the kids enjoy supervised pony rides in the kids' play area.

CONTACT Carla

TEL (021) 873 3170

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Bovlei, Wamakersvallei, Wellington Kelder (at Bovlei) | | Bovlei |

Saturday 08:00-17:00 Vineyard Quad and Off-Road Bike Adventure. Get the adrenaline roaring and experience a scenic route through Wellington Vineyards. Tent with wine tasting, food, background music and kids' entertainment. Bring your Quad and pay R150 entry. R70 per extra passenger

Sunday No activities on Sunday

CONTACT Melissa

TEL (021) 873 1567

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Breytenbach Sentrum | | Wellington Central |

Saturday 10:00 Saterdag | Om die tafel met Mariette Crafford: Sy is flambojant, eksentriek en towenaar van die palet. Kom sit saam met Mariette Crafford, skrywer van die gewilde Sonskynkafee, om die lang tafel van stories en disse. Tydens hierdie ete word die gaste deel van die voorbereidings en leer jy saam met Mariette hoe om kos en wyn uit eie bodem te versoen. (10:00) Koste: R250 (sluit viergang-ete, wyne en resepte in).

Sunday Sondag | Geen aktiwiteite

CONTACT Theo

TEL (021) 873 2786

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De Compagnie | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00 Saterdag | Skeppende kortverhaalslypskool aangebied deur die bekende skrywer Riana Scheepers op hul pragtige landgoed. Die kursus word afgesluit met 'n swierige Lady Anne Barnard-noenmaal in die brandewynkelder met silwer eetgerei, kristal en Ierse linne, en 'n brandewynproe. Die koste allesinsluitend is R500 per persoon. Maksimum 20 persone en alleenlik besprekings.

Sunday Sondag | Geen aktiwiteite

CONTACT Riana

TEL (021) 864 1241

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Diemersfontein | | Perdeskoen / Blouvlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 The Diemersfontein Winetasting with food sensations like Chablis goats cheese & fig, biltong & pinotage jus etc.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 10:00-17:00 > The Diemersfontein Winetasting with food sensations like Chablis goats cheese & fig, biltong & pinotage jus etc. From 11:00-16:00 > Come and be the winemaker you've always wanted to be and walk off with your own blend in a bottle. R50pp. Wraps, paninis, cheesecake, chocolate mousse cakes, milk shakes and ice cream for sale. Roving musicians. Fun in the sun. Drop in.

CONTACT Di

TEL (021) 864 5050

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Doolhof | | Bovlei |

Saturday 09:00- 09:00.- 13:30 > The Third International Doolhof Potjiekos Competition limited to 30 teams. Booking essential 09:00-16:00 > Grape stomping fun - a hasty harvest! Teams will have to stomp, bottle and label in record times to win the title: Grape stomper of the Year. Live Performances including Peter Mitchell (Pietman) and Emo Adams. 12:00 > Peter Mitchell. 15:30 > Emo Adams. 09:30 -17:00 > Children's activities with child minding service. Magician and puppet shows with treasure hunts. All day. > Scenic vineyard rides. 09:30-16:30 > Every hour on the half hour. 10:00-17:00 > Vineyard and river walks. 10:00-17:00 > Food stalls - Tasty boerewors and sosatie rolls or a delicious picnic selection from the deli. 10:00-17:00 > Wine tasting and sales

Sunday 09:30-17:00 11:30-14:30 > Doolhof's Jazz on a Summer's Day Enjoy a delicious buffet in the paddocks while listening to an international jazz ensemble. Booking advised. R185 per person. All day > 09:30-16:30 > Scenic vineyard rides Every hour on the half hour. 10:00-17:00 > Vineyard and river walks. 10:00 -17:00 > Deli Picnics - Make up your own delicious picnic from the deli selection. 10:00-17:00 > Wine tasting and sales

CONTACT Nicolette

TEL (021) 873 6911

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Dunstone | | Bovlei |

Saturday 09:00-17:00 09:00-11:00 > Breakfast Sausage/bacon and egg rolls. 12:00-15:00 > Lunch Deli bites and Falafel, salads, Boerewors/Prego rolls. Live Music. All day > Stalls displaying homemade produce and delicacies. Foot stomping grapes in the barrels the traditional way. Cellar tours and wine tasting

Sunday 09:00-17:00 9:00-11:00 > Breakfast Sausage/bacon and egg rolls. 12:00-15:00 > Lunch Delicious Spit Braai served with salads and freshly baked bread. Deli Bits and Falafel. All day > Stalls displaying homemade produce and delicacies Foot stomping grapes in the barrels the traditional way. Cellar tours and wine tasting

CONTACT Cathy

TEL (021) 873 6770

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Klein Optenhorst | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 One of the most beautiful gardens in the Cape Winelands welcomes visitors to sample their Pinot Noir while enjoying lunch under the oak trees. Rare and unusual plants will be for sale. Beef Fillet R120. Vegetarian pasta R80. Children's macaroni R35. Lunch booking advised.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 One of the most beautiful gardens in the Cape Winelands welcomes visitors to sample their Pinot Noir while enjoying lunch under the oak trees. Rare and unusual plants will be for sale. Beef Fillet R120. Vegetarian pasta R80. Children's macaroni R35. Lunch booking advised.

CONTACT Jane

TEL 083 324 6855

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Kleinfontein | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 A Country Kitchen for sales and sit down light meals. Preserves, pickles and chutneys, proper Kenyan coffee; teas, homemade lemonade, scones, cakes, baguettes, olives and olive oil. A culinary feast! Wine tasting in the cellar.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 A Country Kitchen for sales and sit down light meals. Preserves, pickles and chutneys, proper Kenyan coffee; teas, homemade lemonade, scones, cakes, baguettes, olives and olive oil. A culinary feast! Wine tasting in the cellar.

CONTACT Caroline

TEL (021) 864 1202 or 072 1085 895

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Linton Park | | Groenberg |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 A celebration of wine, food , music and adventure in a jaw-dropping setting where mountains, vineyards and a water create a natural playground. Bring the family for a crayfish braai, live Jazz (Simply Smooth), a mobile restaurant, cocktail and cash bar, picnics, boat trips and kids' entertainment including a Kids Drop Zone. Target shooting for the more daring and opportunities to win lots of prizes.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 A celebration of wine, food , music and adventure in a jaw-dropping setting where mountains, vineyards and a water create a natural playground. Bring the family for a crayfish braai, live Jazz (Simply Smooth), a mobile restaurant, cocktail and cash bar, picnics, boat trips and kids' entertainment including a Kids Drop Zone. Target shooting for the more daring and opportunities to win lots of prizes

CONTACT Mauritius

TEL (021) 873 1625

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Malan de Versailles | | Wellington Central |

Saturday No activities on Saturday

Sunday 10:00-17:00 Vermaak vir oud en jonk. Kom span uit by die Versailles wynplaas en geniet musiek van die 60s, 70s en 80s gesing deur verskeie kunstenaars. Etes sal te koop aangebied word. Bring 'n kombers of stoele om op te sit en kom kuier saam. Toegang is 'n Feespas en Glas..

CONTACT Eta

TEL 082 259 4458

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Mischa Estate | | Groenberg |

Saturday 10:00-19:00 Prizes 10:00-17:00 Kick back in a Moroccan tent with cushions & stunning views, chill out to live music and taste the internationally acclaimed Mischa & Eventide hand-crafted wines. Create your own picnic baskets with home baked deli foods, organic biltong and breads, swim in a crystal clear idyllic freshwater pool and set off on adventures such as tractor rides through the vineyards, estate & garden tours and game drives. Win fabulous prizes every hour and end your day by watching the sunset over Table Mountain while sipping on Mischa's unique & refreshing wine cocktails. Sun downer cocktails from 17:00 - 19:00

Sunday 10:00-17:00 Prizes 10:00-17:00 Kick back in a Moroccan tent with stunning views, chill out to live music and taste the internationally acclaimed Mischa & Eventide hand-crafted wines. Create your own picnic baskets with home baked deli foods, organic biltong and breads, swim in a crystal clear idyllic freshwater pool and set off on adventures such as tractor rides through the vineyards, estate & garden tours and game drives. Win fabulous prizes every hour that include wine, spa services, weekend getaways, food baskets, and more!

CONTACT Patricia / Maritza

TEL (021) 864 1016/20/19/16

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Mont du Toit (at Welgegund) | | Perdeskoen Blouvlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

Sunday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

CONTACT Leaticia

TEL (021) 873 7745

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Nabygelegen Private Cellar | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 This private cellar throws open its doors for wine tasting, Boule competition, delicious deli foods from The Goat Shed while sitting back to the sounds of local Cape Town rockers, Private Stock. Entrance is R50 and includes a glass of wine.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 A gourmet lunch in the cool comfort of the historical cellar. A 5-course expression of food and wine pairings served at a long table, award-winning wines and excellent company. 40 guests maximum. Booking essential. R400 per person.

CONTACT Tammy

TEL (021) 873 7534

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Oude Wellington Wine and Brandy Estate | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 Wine, brandy and grappa tasting and delicious meals at the renowned Oude Wellington Restaurant.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 Wine, brandy and grappa tasting and delicious meals at the renowned Oude Wellington Restaurant.

CONTACT Magret

TEL (021) 873 2262

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Savingnac de Versailles | | Wellington Central |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 A working still in action and Brandy and Chocolate Tasting by the Craft Distiller, Roger Jorgensen himself on the veranda, overlooking the vineyards.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 A working still in action and Brandy and Chocolate Tasting by the Craft Distiller, Roger Jorgensen himself on the veranda, overlooking the vineyards.

CONTACT Roger

TEL (021) 864 1777

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Schalk Burger & Sons | | Groenberg |

Saturday 10:00-22:00 10:00 - 17:00 | Live music in the quad. Cellar tours and tastings by proprietor and wine maker. Taste the internationally acclaimed wines in the gazebo on the island in the lake and buy at discounted prices. Soak up the tranquil surroundings of a cricket match being played on arguably one of South Africa's most scenic cricket grounds while enjoying our wines on the deck of the Welbedacht Cricket Oval Delicious Cape Cuisine and traditional Paai & Slaai lunches. 17:00 -22:00 | Wingerd Rock III (R40 entry) From the large lawn in front of the cellar, watch the sun set on the hugely popular Wingerd Rock Music Festival with the likes of Newton & Co, Valiant Swart and Bok van Blerk while enjoying sundowners and light meals.

Sunday 10:00-22:00 10:00-17:00 | Lewendige musiek in die kelderbinnehof. Keldertoere deur eienaar en wynmaker. Proe internasionaal-erkende en bekroonde wyne in die gazebo op die eiland in die dam en koop dan teen afslagpryse. Heerlike Kaapse geregte soos tradisionele Paai & Slaai middagetes. Sit terug en bewonder die prag landgoed met sy Kaap-Hollandse opstal.

CONTACT Tiaan Burger

TEL (021) 873 1877

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Upland Organic Estate (at Welgegund) | | Perdeskoen Blouvlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

Sunday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

CONTACT Leaticia

TEL (021) 873 7745

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Welgegund | | Perdeskoen Blouvlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

Sunday 10:00-17:00 It is time for the Wellington Wine Harvest Festival again! There is no better way to spend your weekend, than with the Du Toit, Camerer and Oettle families at Mont du Toit Kelder and Welgegund Farm this coming Wine Harvest Festival. Only fifty minutes drive from Cape Town, Welgegund Farm, Upland Organic Winery and Mont Du Toit Kelder are situated on the road known as 'the horseshoe'/perdeskoen and nestle in the foothills of the Hawequa Mountains. Breathtaking views, outstanding wines and locally handcrafted food, cheeses and preserves await you. Bring your entire family, a basket to fill with different Wellington products & picnic blankets and enjoy the day with us in the country. Relax down under shady oaks or next to the dams whilst enjoying a country picnic. Stroll around in the vineyards, taste internationally acclaimed wines, buy fresh produce and unique home made products from local producers, take a tractor ride through the vineyards and let your children play in fresh country air on a jumping castle or have pony rides along the dam. Join us and experience the best Wellington and country living has to offer!

CONTACT Leaticia

TEL (021) 873 7745

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Wellington Wine Walk - Obiqualand Tours | | Perdeskoen Blouvlei |

Saturday 08:00 Nature lovers do it on foot. Two 3-hour Vine to Wine walks; One in the breath-taking Bovlei, and the other in the Diemersfontein/Uitkyk area. Both are headed by well informed guides who will entertain you on the history and flora and fauna of the area. Limited numbers necessitates booking. R150 pp

Sunday 08:00 Nature lovers do it on foot. Two 3-hour Vine to Wine walks; One in the breath-taking Bovlei, and the other in the Diemersfontein/Uitkyk area. Both are headed by well informed guides who will entertain you on the history and flora and fauna of the area. Limited numbers necessitates booking. R150 pp

CONTACT Katrin

TEL 082 335 8132

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Welvanpas | | Bovlei |

Saturday 10:00-17:00 Saterdag | Besoek die Plaas- en Kunsmark waar jy 'n tradisionele koppie koffie met koeksister of beskuit kan geniet onder die reuse akkerboom. Die wynmaker, Dan Retief, sal regstaan met die Welvanpaswyne en om jou meer te vertel van die stories op die geboorteplaas van Piet Retief. Kinders kan uitsien na kindervermaak.

Sunday 10:00-17:00 Sondag | Besoek die Plaas- en Kunsmark waar jy 'n tradisionele koppie koffie met koeksister of beskuit kan geniet onder die reuse akkerboom. Die wynmaker, Dan Retief , sal regstaan met die Welvanpaswyne en om jou meer te vertel van die stories op die geboorteplaas van Piet Retief. Kinders kan uitsien na kindervermaak.

CONTACT Retha

TEL (021) 873 4833

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