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Village Collective brings businesses, organisations and the community together to breathe new life into Somerset West’s historic town centre. Together, we’re creating a more vibrant, connected place to live, work, visit and shop.

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Meet the businesses and organisations supporting the revival of our town centre. Discover places to shop, eat and connect, alongside local services and community initiatives.

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Nov 1

Roan Ash at Lourensford

Experience an unforgettable evening with international singer songwriter Roan Ash as he returns home for a spectacular outdoor performance on the beautiful lawns of Lourensford Wine Estate.

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Nov 7

Helderberg Nature Reserve Walks

Gentle interpretative day and night walks led by very experienced guides: Charles Britz (bird walks) and Andreas Groenewald (all other walks).

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Dec 3

Hercules Pantomime Playhouse Theatre

Get ready for a legendary adventure… with a pantomime twist!

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Dec 25

Steffanie's Place Christmas Lunch

Celebrate the festive season with Steffanie’s Place over a delicious Christmas lunch!

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Nov 1

New Butchery, The Grounds Meat & Deli

If you appreciate a good steak, traditional boerewors or a deli counter filled with delicious things, you’ll want to know about the new Grounds Meat & Deli.

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Nov 1

ASPIRE FITNESS COMES TO SOMERSET WEST

Aspire Fitness, a proudly South African-owned gym, is expanding from its Stellenbosch club, now in its fourth year, to Twin Oaks Centre on Main Road in Somerset West.

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Nov 1

NEW Neighbourgood Co-working Space at Lourensford: DE VERGE

Neighbourgood has introduced ‘De Verge’, a new co-working space set within the historic wine cellar at Lourensford Estate.

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Nov 1

A fresh look for KWIKSPAR AT LION’S SQUARE.

After more than 25 years of being part of the Somerset West shopping routine, the familiar KwikSpar at Lion’s Square has had a well-deserved makeover.

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Nov 1

Minari Korean Kitchen OPENS NEW SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT IN THE OUDEHUIS CENTRE

You may already know Minari from its Stellenbosch restaurant or its Uber Eats offering, but Somerset West locals can now enjoy the experience right here in the village.

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New on the Block in Somerset West

There’s always something happening in our village, and the past few weeks have brought a few exciting additions to Somerset West. From a fresh new look for a familiar neighbourhood favourite to a new Korean eatery, a family-run deli and even a new place to work out or get some work done, here’s what’s new on the block.

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Somerset West Then and Now

Over the 200 years that our village has grown and changed, some things have shifted dramatically, while others have remained remarkably familiar. This Heritage Day, we’re taking a little trip down memory lane to look at Somerset West as it once was, and how it has evolved into the town we know today.

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A Thrifting Guide to Somerset West

Our town is known for many things: beautiful mountain views, family-friendly neighbourhoods, fantastic golf courses and a relaxed village atmosphere. What might surprise you, though, is that it’s also something of a thrifter’s paradise. Here is a round-up of our favourite thrift shops in Somerset West.

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