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Nottingham Road Tourism is the official tourism page for Nottingham Road; an inspiring destination and a place for all seasons. We hope to see you soon.
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13/11/2024

Why Nottingham Road is the Perfect Wedding Destination

Nottingham Road has long been a beloved location for couples looking to celebrate their love in an unforgettable setting. Here’s why it remains a top choice for weddings:

• Stunning Scenery
Nestled in the heart of the Midlands, Nottingham Road offers breathtaking views that make for the perfect backdrop. With its lush greenery, rolling hills, and picturesque landscapes, it's a photographer’s paradise. Your guests will also be captivated by the surrounding beauty.
• Convenient Location
Situated just 4.5 hours from Johannesburg and 1.5 hours from Durban, Nottingham Road is easily accessible for guests traveling from major cities. Its central location makes it a perfect choice for a destination wedding without the hassle of extensive travel.
• Variety of Venues
Whether you are dreaming of a rustic barn wedding, a romantic garden celebration, or a more elegant affair, Nottingham Road boasts a range of stunning venues. From intimate farm settings to grand country estates, there is something to suit every couple's vision. (See links to some of the most beautiful venues below.)
• Perfect Weather
The weather in Nottingham Road is another reason to love it. Winter brings crisp, sunny days that are ideal for outdoor ceremonies and photographs. In summer, misty mornings add a mystical, enchanting atmosphere, making your day feel even more magical.
• Delicious Local Cuisine
Indulge in the finest local produce, with many venues offering farm-to-table cuisine that celebrates the rich flavours of the region. Your guests will enjoy a culinary experience that reflects the authentic taste of the Midlands.
• Honeymoon Destination
After the wedding, Nottingham Road is the perfect place for a romantic and relaxing honeymoon. Whether you are looking to unwind in a cozy cottage, explore nature trails, or simply enjoy the serenity of the countryside, it's an idyllic retreat to start your married life.

Bellwood Cottages & Wedding Venue
Brahman Hills
www.farsidefarm.co.za
Fordoun Hotel and Spa
Hawklee Country House
Netherwood
Providence Country Weddings
Rawdons Hotel & Brewery

07/11/2024

Save the Date!

01/11/2024

It was so heartwarming to see the amazing Notties community coming together again for a great cause last night.

The Tops Taste festival, hosted by My SPAR - Nottingham Road Spar & Tops and Nottingham Road Hotel, was a resounding success!
A wonderful turnout and R40 000 raised for NAMI FUTHI who support two local schools, and the Nottingham road Nottingham Road Land Owners' Association

So immensely proud to live in this community.

What was your favourite “taste” of the evening?

26/10/2024

Fly Fishing in the KZN Midlands, a fascinating story.

It was in 1875 that the first attempt to ship Trout to South Africa occurred, which died during the voyage. Then in 1882 John Parker wrote to the British publication ‘The Field’, asking for advice on how to introduce trout to the area. In response, Sir James Maitland sent him a gift of 10 000 Brown trout ova, unfortunately none survived.

Undaunted, Maitland sent another 10 000 ova the following year, but these also perished. However, the idea of breeding Trout motivated Cecil Yonge in 1889 to obtain a government grant for funding to introduce Trout into South African waters. Yonge selected Boschfontein in Balgowan as the site for the first trout hatchery in South Africa.

In 1890, many of the 30 000 imported ova from Loch Lagan in Scotland hatched successfully, and in May of that year, the first 1500 fry were released into the Bushman’s River, followed by the Umgeni and Mooi catchment. This process continued each year until most of the province’s suitable rivers were stocked. By 1893 Trout were being successfully bred in captivity.

In 1897, Rainbow Trout were introduced from North America, a species that grow faster than their Brown cousins and two years later they were being bred successfully and introduced into rivers in the Western and Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga and of course Natal.

NATAL MIDLANDS WILD TROUT WATERS
Due to their ecological niche, being only able to breed in cold, clean, well-oxygenated rivers, viable Trout fishing areas were few and far between. And by 1909 the Midlands of Natal was becoming known as a prolific Trout fishing destination with many a fly fisher first visiting Nottingham Road Hotel, travelling by horse drawn transport.
By 1926 Trout were well established. In these early years, a man kept what he caught, and the rivers of Natal became known as trophy Brown Trout waters, with Notties growing in popularity as a gathering point for anglers to boast about their fishing prowess.

In 1947, the Natal Parks Board took over the administration of Trout fishing in this province, establishing hatcheries to supply fish.
By the 1960’s Trout were being commercially farmed and the pastime of catching a fish on fly was reserved for these naturalized species. The sport became quite popular in the seventies, resulting in the Natal Fly Fishers club being formed in 1972, to give recreational anglers access to productive Trout fishing waters.

In 1980 some provincial conservation organizations stopped supporting Trout, as they were not indigenous and this gained momentum, until the closure of all Ezemvelo’s – KZN Wildlife – hatcheries and the listing of Trout on the exotic list.

In 1986 The federation of South African Fly Fishers FOSAF was formed – to unite fly fishers and engage authorities on water quality, conservation and promote the sport of fly fishing.

Over the next decade what was once a pursuit reserved for titled gentry became affordable and accessible to any passionate angler, resulting in the hosting of the Kamberg Trout Festival and the Nottingham Road Trout Fair in 1997 and laying the foundation for the fly-fishing festivities that this area is renowned for.

CATCH & RELEASE PIONEERED BY WILDFLY
At the turn of the last century, the concept of catch and release only fly fishing was pioneered by WildFly Outfitters, a club created to manage the local fisheries and conserve the quality of Trout waters in the Natal Midlands
In 2001 the Corporate Challenge was born as a mechanism to fund the necessary stocking required to manage these dams effectively. The atmosphere of the legendary Notties, coupled with the calibre of fly fishing, resulted in this growing from a single event into one held over three qualifying legs and a grand final in the Winter season.
Over the proceeding years WildFly’s fishing conservation initiatives have grown to include a television series that is now broadcast around the world
The catchment waters of the Drakensberg remain an important sanctuary for Trout and are at the heart of WildFly’s commitment to protecting the Wild Fisheries of South Africa

We would love to welcome all avid fisherman and women to Nottingham Road.

Go to https://wildfly.co.za/ to book waters in the Midlands area.

Love Notties

21/10/2024

What a fantastic celebration at Nottingham Road Hotel!
It’s heartwarming to see the community come together despite the chilly weather for the Beardo's Boxtrot. Huge shoutout to everyone who dressed up, participated, and cheered on the competitors!

A special thanks to the generous local businesses that made this event possible;
NBA Hardware for their incredible donation of a brushcutter, auctioned off for R10,000, which will be donated to Love Notties. The Ugly Duckling for the lovely jute rug, and Daddy Pig Butchery for the delicious wors! Thanks also to Cue The BBQ for the charcoal and my My SPAR - Nottingham Road Spar & Tops for the rolls, along with Ozone Fire for the condiments.

All funds raised will be donated to Midlands Hospice and Operation Bobbi Bear

https://www.facebook.com/nbahardware
https://www.facebook.com/theuglyducklingsa
https://www.facebook.com/daddypigbutchery
cuethebbq.com
https://ozonefire.co.za/
https://www.facebook.com/NottiesBeardos
https://www.facebook.com/MidlandsHospice
https://www.facebook.com/OperationBobbiBear

21/10/2024

Get ready for a spooktacular night at the Rosetta Hotel!
Step into a world of witches, pumpkins, bats, and skeletons, all while DJ Zany spins thrilling tunes to keep you dancing all night long!
Start planning those outfits, because we will be waiting for you with loads of great drink specials and prizes for the best costumes! You won’t want to miss this Halloween Party!
Date: 1 November 2024
Time: From 7 PM
Come dressed to impress and let's make it a night to remember!

rosetta nottingham road mooi river
Nottingham Road Village

14/10/2024

Ready to join a charity run that’s a little “out of the box”?

Get your cardboard boxes painted, taped and ready to run in this year’s Beardo's Boxtrot

Where- Nottingham Road Hotel
When – 19 October, registration from 3pm, race starts at 5pm
Who – The whole family

All proceeds raised go to the worthy causes of Operation Bobbi Bear and Midlands Hospice
This event is the milestone for the Beardo's to mark halfway in their beard-growing journeys before the Big Shave Off next year.
We have great prizes lined up so please come support and have some fun.

Sign up now by contacting Grevin 082 896 3688

09/10/2024

The Hollard Daredevil Run is back! Do you have the balls?
Have a lot of fun while raising testicular and prostate cancer awareness

• Where: Nottingham Road Hotel
• When: 1 November 2024
• Time: 1km race starts at 5 PM
• Cost: R180 (in aid of cancer prevention)
• How to Enter: Send a WhatsApp to Linda at 082 559 6391 to register and order your speedo.
Everyone is welcome, including kids and ladies! Let’s run cancer out of our ‘hood! 🏃‍♂️

07/10/2024

You are invited to the Tops Taste festival!
Join us for a wonderful evening at Nottingham Road Hotel on 31st Oct., 6pm!

This is definitely the calendar event of the year in Nottingham Road Village with fabulous food, cheese and wine, craft beer, whisky, gin and live music!

A few pictures from 2023 event, an absolutely fabulous evening.

Contact Candice on 072 444 0998
Midlands Meander
My SPAR - Nottingham Road Spar

04/10/2024

Bring your kids to the Earth Route Markettomorrow for a fun morning of crafting! 🌱
They will create their own garden pot, make a grass head, and plant seeds—all proceeds will be donated to our 2 community schools who are in desperate need of funding.
Teach your kids to “grow love and show love.”!
🗓️ Date: 5 Oct
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 10 AM
💰 Donation-based (suggested R30 per activity)

30/09/2024

The Kamberg Outdoor Challenge takes place on the 12th of Oct and is going to be an absolute blast! Come along to support the teams and enjoy loads of fun activities.
Besides the KOC challenges which the teams will partake in, we also have entertainment for all spectators, including fun kids’ activities, live music from the Kickstands and Veranda Panda and a great party, as always!
We’ve even thrown in some fun for the ladies who choose not to compete so rope in the family and don’t leave anyone behind!
All proceeds go towards running the Kamberg Valley Association and its social responsibility projects.
BOOK NOW: ASPEN 072 662 5355 / [email protected]

20/09/2024

Beautiful snow in Notties, just spectacular!!

20/09/2024

The snow has started falling

20/09/2024

To all snow seekers!
There is a very good likelihood of a snow in Notties this weekend
It is already snowing on Sani Pass and Underberg
How about a weekend trip to enjoy the snow and warm Notties hospitality?

18/09/2024

Gardening talk at Brahman Hills, Nottingham Road, supported by Keith Kirsten.
Stephen Anderton presents the garden at New Inn Farm, set in the harsh winds of the Black Mountains in Wales.
This project has been developing for 17 years and features an extensive range of South African plants at home in this high-altitude dry environment for Wales.
It features complex perennial planting, green terraces and hedging and a moss woodland of several acres.

Stephen has also presented two TV series of Britain’s Best Back Gardens. He is an award-winning garden writer, author and broadcaster who lectures around the world on his specialist subject of gardening. His love of history and gardening led to several books, including Lives of Great Gardeners, a biography of Christopher Lloyd, His Life at Great Dixter, Discovering Welsh Gardens and Stourhead.

Book your tickets now
Date – 23rd September.
Time - 10:00 for 10:30
Venue – Brahman Hills Hotel, Nottingham Road
Included - Refreshments on arrival, a light buffet lunch and a complimentary glass of wine.
Cost - R350 per person (Blackwoods card holders R300, Botsoc-Kirstenbosch members R250 excl. garden entry)
Enquiries: Rose +27 78 236 9477/ +27 11 317 0903 or Cyril +27 74 027 3267 [email protected]

16/09/2024

THE MIDLANDS CAMINO
Have you signed up for The Midlands Camino? This ‘walk for Hospice’ offers the perfect opportunity to explore one of South Africa’s most beautiful regions, while doing good.
Enjoy the lush landscapes, rolling hills, mountain views, rivers and waterfalls and diverse flora and fauna.

The walk covers approximately 120km, starting at the famous and historic Nottingham Road Hotel, and finishing at Mount Park.
The Camino traverses the Kamberg, Lower Loteni, Fort Nottingham and Dargle Valley, culminating with a hike up the beautiful iNholsane mountain.

Walkers will stay at Otters Den Self Catering, Hawklee Country House, Forty Winks farm, Invermooi Estate, Glengarry Kamberg and the Mount Park Guest Farm along the route.

The Camino is a fundraiser for Midlands Hospice
Contact [email protected] to enter or with any queries.

Visit this website for detailed information regarding the route.
https://web.vamoos.com/preview/0ee02d5f-b674-4df5-b421-6d14f8094b8d/0

16/09/2024

You’re Invited to BLOOMVILLE!
Spring is here, and it’s time to celebrate at our special Earth Route Market event, “BLOOMVILLE,” dedicated to all things growing!

Date: Saturday, October 5th
Time: 8 am to 11 am
Location: Farmers Hall, Nottingham Road

Join us for a vibrant showcase of flowers, plants, and everything that beautifies our spaces. Discover a variety of offerings including seeds, seedlings, fresh flowers, herbs, pots, compost, tools, and even natural skin care products.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses and connect with your community. We can’t wait to see you there!

For more information, feel free to reach out via email at [email protected] or WhatsApp Theresa at +27 662593417.
See you at BLOOMVILLE!

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Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day of Touch Rugby and Live Music! Date: 14th September Venue: Carlyle College - Nottingham Road Event: Fundraiser for Khazimula Orphanage Schedule: • Gates Open: 8:00 AM o Purchase tickets at the gate or avoid the line by buying them at Bierfassl Restaurant & Pub on the evening of the 13th of September. R100 for adults, R50 for kids under 12 and free for kids under 5 • Touch Rugby Final: 1:30 PM • Live Music: o Veranda Panda o Qadasi & Maqhinga o Tanner Wareham Additional Information: • Catering & Drinks: Available on-site (no outside food or drinks permitted) • Contact: Grant at 073 884 1152 for any queries Don’t miss out on an exciting day of sports and entertainment while supporting a great cause! Many thanks to Massey Fergusonfor the support #masseyferguson #verandapanda #TannerWareham #Qadasi #khazimulaorphanage #lovenotties #livemusic #touchrugby #funforthewholefamily

Due to popular demand, the Cannonball run Banger Rally returns to Nottingham Road from the 16th to 20th October. It’s the most fun you can have in an old banger! Find a partner, and enter your vehicle, which must be a 1990 model or older and worth less than R100k. Follow this link for all details and to enter http://www.cannonballrun.co.za/banger-rally/ Raising funds for Hero Burn foundation, helping burn victims reclaim their lives @Nottinghamroadhotel @lovenotties @heroburnfoundation @midlandsmeander @cannonballrun #thelegendarynottiespub #rallydriving #kznmidlands