McGregor Tourism

10/02/2025

📢 Great News! The McGregor Tourism Office is Now Open Every Day! 🌿

Planning a visit or need local recommendations? We’re here to help 7 days a week!

🕘 New Opening Hours:
📅 Monday, Thursday & Friday: 09:00 – 16:00
📅 Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday: 09:00 – 13:00

Stop by for maps, insider tips, and everything you need to make the most of your McGregor experience!

📍 Visit us at the Tourism Office and let’s make your trip unforgettable!

10/02/2025

1st Annual Books & Authord Event
Saturday, 1 March 2025

Kindly click on the link below to RSVP and secure your spot on or before 17 February 2025.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduWaVC0T5_dxKLE_xVGP2VyYpQkoT_sQB26i8wDSRvdUD1FQ/viewform?usp=header

We look forward to seeing you there!
Robertson Museum

07/02/2025

06/02/2025

🌿 Escape to Owl Cottage, a charming self-catering retreat tucked away in a peaceful part of McGregor, yet within walking distance of local restaurants and shops.

✨ What to Expect:
🏡 A fully equipped kitchen, dining, and lounge area
🛁 Full bathroom with both bath & shower
🔥 Cosy fireplace for winter evenings
🌿 Outdoor seating to soak up the summer charm
🏊‍♀️ Access to a communal pool for those warm McGregor days
🐾 Pet-friendly with a fully enclosed garden—your furry friends are welcome!

Love the outdoors? The Krans Nature Reserve and scenic walks to the dam are just around the corner.

📍 R950 per night | Minimum stay: 2 nights

📩 Book your stay & experience the magic of McGregor!

📞082 787 8000
✉️ [email protected]

05/02/2025

🧵 Pattern-Making Workshops at The Old School, McGregor ✂️

Step into the world of design and craftsmanship with The Old School’s Pattern-Making Workshops, led by experienced industry professionals. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these hands-on workshops will guide you through creating tailored garments in a creative and inspiring space.

📅 Workshop Dates: 👕 The Shirt/Shirt Dress | 11-13 April
👖 The Tailored Trouser | 6-8 June
👗 The Skirt | 22-24 August
🧥 The Tailored Jacket | 17-19 October

💰 Cost: R4950 (Includes lunch & 2 nights’ accommodation)
📍 Where: The Old School, McGregor
🔹 Limited space available – 8 participants per workshop

Bring your sewing machine and join us for an immersive learning experience. Book all four workshops and enjoy a 10% discount!

📞 To book: Amelia | 072 224 7674 | [email protected]

04/02/2025

💘 A Romantic Valentine’s at Tebaldi’s & Wahnfried 🎬🍷

Celebrate love and fine dining this Valentine’s Day with a special movie & dinner experience in McGregor! 💫

📽️ Movie at Wahnfried | 17:00
Enjoy the classic romantic film Moonstruck before indulging in a delicious meal.

🍽️ Three-Course Italian Dinner at Tebaldi’s | 19:00
Includes a welcome glass of bubbly and a specially curated menu featuring ostrich carpaccio, beef saltimbocca, creamy melanzane, and decadent desserts like tiramisu and affogato. 🇮🇹✨

📍 R275 per person (includes movie & dinner)
📞 Bookings essential via Dineplan or call 023 625 1115

A perfect evening for romantics and singles alike – don’t miss this magical night in McGregor! 🌙❤️

03/02/2025

Vetkoek Fees at Bemind! 🎶🍷

Join us for an evening of delicious vetkoek, incredible wine, and live music under the trees at Bemind Wyne! 🍷✨

📅 Wednesday, 5 February
⏰ 17:30 – 20:00
📍 Bemind Wyne, McGregor

Expect wine uncorked, a talented local artist performing, and a great atmosphere to enjoy with friends and family. 🍇🎸

Don’t miss this McGregor favourite – see you there!

03/02/2025

The Mcgregor Wisdom School is hosting
a JAZZ EXCHANGE WORKSHOP
on Saturday 8th February between 12 pm and 2pm
in the Wisdom School Hall – 1 Kerk St .
This is a community outreach event for TRANSATLANTIC JAZZ EXCHANGE offering young musicians an experience of the power of music with top jazz musicians from USA and SA . www.transatlanticjazzexchange.org
Come and learn about improvising, advocacy, storytelling and performing through music.
This is a FREE EVENT for young people who love making music - and even some young at heart jazz lovers.
PLEASE let us know of your intention to come and help make this visionary project a reality .
Mike and Vivien 0817367156

03/02/2025

Did you know? Donkeys form incredibly strong bonds with their companions and can become deeply attached to a specific friend.
That’s why at Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary, we always keep bonded pairs together, ensuring they feel safe.

'Photo - Blondie and Dowwe Dolla'

03/02/2025

Celebrate the month of love and spoil that someone precious in your life by taking advantage of my SPECIALS available until the end of February.
30 min foot massage R200
30 min neck and shoulder massage R200

Your Therapist

01/02/2025

💘 A Valentine’s Picnic at McGregor Winery 🍷✨

Celebrate love in the most delightful way with a Valentine’s Picnic at McGregor Winery! 🌿💖 Enjoy a specially curated picnic basket filled with cheeses, quiche, fresh fruit, sandwiches, and more, paired with a glass of McGregor Sparkling Brut or 100% Grape Juice.

🌹 Dates & Times:
📅 14 February 2025 | ⏰ 09:00 – 17:00
📅 15 February 2025 | ⏰ 09:00 – 14:00
📍 McGregor Winery Tasting Room

👩‍❤️‍👨 Pricing:
🍇 For Two: R290
🍇 For Four: R570

📢 Bookings essential by 7 February!
☎️ (023) 625 1741
📧 [email protected]

Don’t miss out on this romantic countryside escape. Tag your Valentine and book now! 💕

31/01/2025

Join us at The Old School McGregor for a hands-on Pattern Making & Sewing Workshop! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this is the perfect space to nurture your creativity and embrace lifelong learning. Create something beautiful in a relaxed, playful and inspiring setting .
Cost: R4900 per workshop (Includes lunch , cofee tea , snacks and two nights accommodation at The Old School in McGregor)
There will be four workshops throughout the year each focused on designing a new pattern, you can attend one or attend all four and get a 10% discount!
Limited spots available so book yours in advance.
Contact
Amelia
WhatsApp 0722247674
[email protected]

30/01/2025

🍇🌅 Harvest Season Begins at Lord’s Wines! 🍷

This morning, before the sun had fully risen, the first grapes of the 2025 harvest were carefully picked at Lord’s Wines—Chardonnay for their MCC. Harvesting at dawn preserves the crisp freshness of the grapes, ensuring the finest quality for this celebrated méthode cap classique.

It’s a magical time in McGregor as the vineyards come alive with the energy of the harvest season.

📍 Plan a visit to Lord’s Wines and experience the magic of McGregor’s wine country for yourself.
wines

30/01/2025

30/01/2025

🐴 Take a Ride Through McGregor with Fabian’s Donkey Cart! 🎨

Step into a world of creativity and heritage with Fabian Malgas, grandson of the legendary Koos Malgas, the right-hand man of Helen Martins at the iconic Owl House. Sculpting runs in his blood, and his breathtaking owls and mermaids pay tribute to his grandfather’s legacy.

But that’s not all! Fabian has crafted his very own donkey cart and now offers scenic rides through McGregor, sharing his love for this special village that reminds him of his childhood in Nieu Bethesda.

✨ Donkey Cart Rides:
🕰️ 20-minute ride
💰 R100 per adult | R80 per child
📍 Outside Tourism Office most Saturday mornings, or you can make an appointment - 076 663 2179

Experience McGregor in the most charming way—slow down, take in the sights, and enjoy the nostalgia of a traditional donkey cart ride.

📞 Book your ride today!

29/01/2025

🌿 Escape to Sempurna Estate – A Tranquil Farm Stay in McGregor 🌿

Tucked away in the serene countryside, Sempurna Estate is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace, nature, and the charm of a traditional farm stay. This beautifully restored thatched cottage is surrounded by lush gardens, offering breathtaking views and a true sense of tranquillity.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
🏡 Authentic Cape Dutch farmhouse charm
🌿 Expansive gardens bursting with colour
🌄 Stunning mountain views
🔥 Cosy indoor fireplace for chilly evenings
🌾 A true escape into nature, just minutes from the village

Unplug, unwind, and soak up the beauty of McGregor. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or a peaceful solo retreat, Sempurna Estate is where you’ll find it.

To find out more, or book: www.sempurna.co.za