21 December, 11:30, Greyton Moravian Church - Christmas in Greyton - soprano Magdalene Minnaar and pianist Alex Gabriel perform classical Christmas songs. See programme and CV's

Tuesday, 23 December at 6 pm  - Greyton Conservation Society Greyton Evening Christmas Market and Carols at the Market. Carol sheets will be provided.

31 December - 254 New Year's Ball, DRC Hall, Greyton.

Nalanda - 7-day Pancha Karma Ayurvedic retreat

Greyton Saturday morning market every Saturday at 10:00
Yoga, relaxation, alignment with Jonathan Blumberg at Under the Mountain Yoga Centre. Please book - 028 254 9667
Live music at The Greyton Lodge every Friday at 17:00
Live music at Abbey Rose Tuesday evenings (2-for-1 hamburgers)

About Greyton

The beautiful village of Greyton nestles between the majestic Riviersonderend mountain range and gently curving hills. This tranquil oasis of green lies between two rivers, with lush colourful country gardens that complement the thatched cottages and oak tree lined lanes. The villagers are friendly and the ambiance is uniquely "Greyton".

Restaurants

Six of Greyton's restaurants are listed in the latest "Eat Out" magazine. You can choose from Continental a la carte, three or four course meals at Abbey Rose, Barnards, Via's, the 254 Restaurant, or Greyton Lodge. Visit the new Vanilla Café, that caters especially for children, with its secure play area, where parents can enjoy a meal and keep an eye on the little ones. Enjoy deliciously healthy light meals, coffee and croissants at the The Oak & Vigne. The Post House which recently reopened it's pub, is famous for hand-crafted Von Geusau Chocolates made in Greyton, or drink the renowned and wicked chocolate milk shake.

Wellness in Greyton

Nalanda Ayurvedic Centre offers Wellness Retreats, Home Pancha Karma Detox Retreats, vegetarian ayurvedic cooking courses and individual Ayurvedic Massages. Lisa Kevitt at Nature's Touch will give you wonderful Aromatherapy, massage & reflexology. High Hopes B&B and Healing Energy Centre offers applied Kinesiology, massage, acupressure, Reiki, Attunement and Bach Flower consultations. Yoga with Jonathan Blumberg at Under the Mountain Yoga Centre. You can have an ozone bath at The Post House or pamper yourself with a facial, manicure, pedicure, chilli wrap or waxing. And to top it all, you can go for long walks or cycle rides in our beautiful mountainous countryside, where you can fill your lungs with the freshest air.

Hiking, Horse-riding and Mountain biking

There are beautiful hikes in and around Greyton, or take a mountain bike to meander through the village and onto the mountain paths that lead you into cool mountain crevasses with fern-lush ponds. High Hopes keep a selection of good mountain and general-purpose bicycles for hire, including children’s bikes. Go horse-riding at Greyton Riding Club or Blue Hippo. Or you can go for a swim in the clear, bergwater river at Greyton's picnic sites.

Shopping in Greyton

The village has wonderful art galleries and quaint shops to browse around in. Visit, Scarlett, Odz, Blossom, Mafala and the Inside Story . Don't miss all the new art galleries that have opened in Greyton. A wonderful addition to Greyton's shopping experience - Naturally Greyton organic shop, opened recently. The regular Saturday morning market should not be missed. Fresh local produce such as organic vegetables, preservative-free cheeses, yoghurt, natural honey, freshly baked breads, cakes and pies, fresh lemon juice and ice-cream (or lemon-curd pancakes in winter!) Delightful village-made crafts are all there, among which beautiful jewellery made with semi-precious stones, silver, pearls and colourful beads.

Greyton Wines

In Europe, wine, historically, was made locally and consumed locally.  In Greyton we too can consume “OUR” locally made wines.  “Local is lekker”. 

Some of the worlds’ best wines at the best prices come from the Overberg.  They also come from Greyton:  Andy Mitchell Wines, Lismore Estate Vineyards and Oewerzicht Cellar (read more by clicking on the links)

The Road to Lismore Estate Vineyards on the Riviersonderend Road

Historic Places

Explore the wonderful history of Greyton (information available at the Information Bureau) or visit Genadendal, the oldest missionary station in the country and, it is rumoured, in Africa. (Aslo see History link on left)The official website of the Greyton Tourism Bureau where you will find the definitive list of information, accommodation and booking facilities.

Greyton Wallpaper

Scenery photographs on this page are by courtesy Dr Mike Kock.
Click on the picture to get a larger version (1024x768).

OTHER LINKS: GUESTFILES; OVERBERG TOURISM; www.overberg.co.za; Wine tours;

http://www.direct-hotels.co.uk/