About Stanford
Stanford, on the bank of the Klein River, must be one of the Western Cape’s
best kept secrets.
Stanford offers tranquility, scenery, river activities, brewery, cheese farm,
winery, art gallery, shops of interest and restaurants.
As you turn into Stanford, turn immediately left into Daneel Street. On your
right you will find Norfolk Square. The Maze Tea Room has a lovely tea garden
for children. An inspiring stop, filled with all sorts of activities to keep your
children busy!
Browse around the French Home Décor shop Domaine du Cap. There is always
something different to be found.
After that, drive through Stanford and see the quaint old houses, shops and
pubs. There is an interesting art gallery that sells local art and crafts and the
Information Office is midway down the main street (Queen Victoria Street) on
your left. Also on Queen Victoria Street is the famous Peregrine Farm Stall.
Please do call in here for the most delicious homebakes,
preserves, deli items
and gifts. Or just take a seat and enjoy their tasty food.
Things To Do
Boat Cruises
- The African Queen River Cruise is a fabulous experience. Bookings must be
made in advance.
Tel: 082 732 1284
- Platanna River Cruises
Tel:
082 353 0588
- Hadeda Boat Trips
Tel:
082 901 9115
Horse Riding
- African Horse Company (mountain and outrides)
Tel:
082 667 9232
Restaurants
- Art Café
13 Queen Victoria Street
028 341 0127
- Birkenhead Brewery
500m along R326 road
028 341 0183
- Emilio’s Restaurant
5 Queen Victoria Street
028 341 0424
- Hennie’s Pub & Grill
20 Queen Victoria Street
028 341 0701
- Hovercrafts Restaurant
100 mtrs from Stanford R43
028 341 0603
- Klein River Picnics Klein River Dairy & Cheese
028 341 0693
- Madre’s Kitchen
2km from Stanford R43
028 341 0647
- Mandeli’s
Daneel Street
078 929 9995
- Mariana’s Deli & Bistro
12 du Toit Street
028 341 0272
- Peregrine Farm Stall
1 Queen Victoria Street
028 341 0386
- The Maze Tearoom
36 Daneel Street
028 341 0539
Walks
Walk the Stanford Walking Trail (Wandelpad) which meanders along next to the
Klein River, a feeding stream and the dams. In the early morning or late
afternoon there is a wealth of birds to be seen along this route. A stroll or cycle
around the tree lined village streets will present you with interesting historical
architecture and lovely rural scenes. In Church Street, you will see the original
farmhouse, Sir Robert Stanford’s Home of Art, Crafts and Collectables and
view the local art and crafts.
If you go back to the R43 and go straight across to the R326, you will see the
Birkenhead Brewery on the left hand side. Visitors are welcome. It is the only
beer AND wine estate in South Africa.
Birkenhead Estate is the local brewery and commemorates a gallant episode of
naval history and the birth of “The Birkenhead Drill”
… Women and Children first …
There is a restaurant, a pub and an interesting shop. The restaurant has
stunning views over the Klein River Mountains.
Also along this road you will find a very beautiful farm … Klein River Farm.
Taste their awardwinning
Gruyère, shop for cheese and gourmet products, all
while watching the cheese being made. You can also enjoy a delicious picnic
lunch in the garden or at the river whilst your children have fun in the playground
and with the farm animals.
Tel: 028 341 0693.
If you carry on with this road you will find yourself at the Erica Wine Farm, the
home of Raka Wine. They have a limited selection of award winning wines set
out in a beautifully appointed cellar. |
