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Learn to draw camellias at Vergelegen masterclass
Sally Arnold leads a one-day botanical art masterclass at Vergelegen, home to Africa’s only International Camellia Garden of Excellence.
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Vergenoegd Löw among the world’s top 100 sustainable hotels
Vergenoegd Löw is named among the Top 100 Sustainable Hotels of the World, celebrating 330 years of heritage-led regenerative luxury hospitality.
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Somerset West burrata named best South African cheese
Somerset West’s Puglia Cheese won the 2026 SA Dairy Product of the Year with its handcrafted burrata, beating 1 227 entries in Paarl.
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Your curated guide to what’s on in and around the Helderberg
Somerset West and Helderberg areas host diverse events from book launches and craft markets to fitness competitions and live music.
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‘Cream of the crop’ among Somerset West farmer’s markets
The Helderberg Farmer’s Market brings together local vendors every Wednesday, offering fresh produce and preservative-free products.
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Avontuur Estate unveils stunning new wine tasting venue
Avontuur Estate launches new Cellar Door with Table Mountain views on Stellenbosch Wine Route between Stellenbosch and Somerset West.
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New Somerset West development sees record-breaking launch
Pam Golding Properties achieved record launch-day sales totaling R618.5 million by selling 124 luxury apartments and a R25 million penthouse at “The Charles” development in Somerset West, positioned within the…
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Talk on great white sharks at Helderberg Nature Reserve
Renowned shark researcher Alessandro de Maddalena will present a public lecture at the Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West at 18:30 on Thursday 23 April.
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Somerset West resident publishes empowering children’s book
Somerset West author Lizette Matthews publishes “Coily’s Hair Adventure”, a children’s book promoting natural hair acceptance and self-esteem.
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Somerset West estate’s annual photo contest goes monochrome
Vergelegen in Somerset West launches fourth annual photography contest for April-May 2026 with prizes and guided walks.