We have build our own putting and chipping green with practise bunker. The gras (creeping bent A1/A4)is growing in nicely and the green is ready for play now.
Our new putting green is ready for play
The Bushbock Family is Visiting us
new neighbours
Seems like the Bushbock family is settled in and feels really comfortable at our place.
Karoo to Coast
19th September 2010
The annual "Karoo to Coast" is a 100km off-road mountain bike challenge. It starts in Uniondale via the Prince Alfred's Pass before finishing in Knysna. It was voted by Bicycling Magazine Readers as one of the top ten mountain bike races in South Africa.
Gastronomica
24th September – 28th September 2010
"Gastronomica" is a lifestyle event that takes place every year in September. It combines excellent food, music, dance and entertainment. Workshops and demonstrations by people whoa are celebrated in the food industry invite you to participate. "Gastronomica" is a paradise for the food enthusiasts placed in a beautiful setting.
Knysna Hill Climb
22nd October – 24th October 2010
The first "Knysna Hill Climb" took place in 2009. This car racing caters to historic, classic and modern road and race cars. Spectacular historic cars on the race course are the main attraction but this event promises three days of entertainment and fun for everybody. The event had an overwhelmingly positive response and is intended to create a broader "Speed Festival" in South Africa.
http://www.villa-mulligan.com/brcms/htmleditor/www.speedfestival.co.za
Beach Festival
December 2010
In the middle of the south African summer "Buffalo Bay", a beach about 20km outside of Knysna, is the venue of the "Beach Festival". Lots of activities, family fun and sports are the centre of this event, but relaxing on one of the most beautiful beaches of the Western Cape Province is also a must!
Sedgefield Slow Festival
23rd April – 25th April 2011
Sedgefield (30km outside of Knysna) annually hosts the so-called "Slow Festival". This unique event celebrates the good things in life: family, friends, The beauty of nature and great food. The "Slow Festival" will offer the time to enjoy and to appreciate altogether. Lots of activities are being offered for people of every age. All you need to bring is: time! :)
http://www.slowfestival.co.za/
Pink Loerie Mardi Gras
27th April – 02nd May 2011
The "Pink Loerie Mardi Gras" is certainly a Highlight. It is Africa's biggest and most colourful carnival. While it is an important date on the international Gay Calendar it is also a must for everyone that has a need for entertainment, fun and major partying.During that time of the yearKnysna will be transformed into one festivity that you don't want to miss"!
http://www.pinkloeriemardigras.co.za/
Knysna Oyster Festival
1st July – 10th July 2011
The "Knysna Oyster Festival" is one of the most famous events in the Western Cape Province. With 28 years of fun in 2011, the ten-day annual is packed with entertainment and sports. But of course the stars of the show are undoubtedly the famous Knysna oysters. Two major sporting events have evolved around this festival: the "Knysna Forest Marathon" (half and full marathn) and the "Argus Rotary Cycle Tour" (mountain bike and street bike race). Don't miss THE highlight on the Garden Route!
http://www.oysterfestival.co.za/index.php
http://knysnamc.wordpress.com/pick-n-pay-forest-marathon/forest-marathon-info/
Rastafarian Earth Festival
1st July – 10th July 2011
Every year the biggest Rastafari-community of South Africa, based in Nekkies/Knysna, celebrates the Rastafari movement, music, food and the philosophy of their faith. A packed program offers many activities, live reggae bands and the possibility to experience the Rastafari movement at first hand and to question Rasta's about their way of life.
Montessori Friday Market
Friday Market
This Friday night market is predominantly a supper market (16:00 - 20:00) and concentrates on food and drinks. Many local chefs are whipping up delicious culinary masterpieces. Expect live entertainment, bonfires, kiddies jumping castles an body paint artists. Take the Welbedacht turn-off on the N2