Discover George’s hidden heritage on a guided emancipation CBD walking tour

GEORGE NEWS - What do Watsonsdorp, Caledon Square, Blanco, Hoogekraal, Montagu Pass, Cradock’s Pass and the Van Kervel Dam have in common?

These names all represent significant communities and landmarks - tangible heritage sites that form the backbone of George’s central history. But why are they so important?

Join the guided George CBD Heritage Walk and discover the stories behind these places, along with many other fascinating facts about the people and histories that shaped George.

From forestry and woodcutting to agriculture and the establishment of the first VOC outpost in 1777, the tour reveals how the town grew into what we know today.

Grassroots Heritage Communities of George, together with local cultural workers, have been actively recording, researching and preserving George’s slave and community heritage.

This walk provides a rare opportunity to engage with that history directly.

Event details

Date: Sunday 30 NovemberMeeting Point: 11:00 at St Paul’s Chapel (George Community Theatre), Donneraile Square, Market StreetWalk time: 11:30 – 15:00Distance: Approximately 7 km (±2.5 hours)Cost: Free of charge

A printed copy of the walk information guide will be available on the day (50 copies). Transportation will be available back to the Donneraile parking lot after the walk. Registration is essential to secure your place as well as audio kit and headphones.

What to bringComfortable walking shoesWater bottleHat and sunscreen

After the walk

An optional networking opportunity and cultural programme will follow at the historic Preto Village site, the final stop on the route. A light meal will be served, and the gathering will end by 17:00.

Additional info

Free public parking at Donneraile parking lot with car guardsWet weather plan: event cancellation if necessaryFor enquiries or to register, contact Ras Hein on 084 787 8033 or email him on [email protected]

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