Starting with a mere 30 items, the collection has grown to more than 1600, many of which are both rare and unique and all of which have been donated. There is something of interest for everyone as the collection ranges from ox-wagons, horse drawn vehicles, agricultural implements and tractors to childrens toys to name but a few.

t: 0799879507
c: 0836274351
Trappes Road, Bathurst

Built by Samuel Bradshaw, this church opened in 1832 and was besieged in the frontier wars. The church was originally constructed with a thatch roof, and the porch is a later addition. According to Jeremiah Goldswain's family bible, it is said that a trench connected the two churches in the 1846 war.

Donkin Terrace, Bathurst

The original building, according to 1820 maps, show the land to be "Gov Camp and lot 64, leased to the school". Rev Boardman started the church school in the Old Drosty, and moved the school to it's current location in 1827, when it was known as the Bathurst Grammar and Mathematical School. In 1830, there were 51 scholars at the school.

Donkin Terrace, Bathurst

The big pineapple is 16.7m high and has 3 floors. It is the biggest pineapple in the world! The ground floor has a gift shop full of pineapple goodies such as jams and chutneys, locally made pottery and puzzles as well as t-shirts and hats to name but a few of the items for sale ideal for overseas and local tourists looking for that small gift to take home!
Summerhill Farm was originally allocated to the 1820 Settler Charles Crause and part of the original 1825 homestead has been restored and houses the Packshed Restaurant. In 1833, John Hawkins, who was a founder member of the Bathurst Agricultural Society, purchased the farm for 2,000 pounds. He was also one of the first farmers to plant pineapples.

e: info@pga.org.za
t: 046 625 0515
Summerhill Farm, Kowie Road, Bathurst

A beautiful old Settler Home, with exquisite yellow wood floors. Built for Lt. Alexander Bisset and restored by Brigidier Nauhaus in 1883. It was later occupied by Gen. Sir John Bisset. It was now used as a coffee shop known as the Whistling Kettle. Bleak House was built around 1825.

t: 046-625-0995
Nico Malan Drive

A gem not to be missed. History of the 1820 Settlers, collections, memorabilia, extensive Settler data base, displays on NSRI, 43 Airschool and numerous others. Expansive egg cup collection. Small entrance fee. Well worth a visit

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t: 046 624 4713
c: 083 438 1029
Pascoe Crescent, adjacent to Magistrates Court

Old fashioned country charm and comfort. Established in 1832, this is South Africa's oldest licensed premises. Family rooms, en-suite rooms, traditional old fashioned rooms with communical bathrooms, tours and picnics by arrangement. Stunning dining room and good olde pub fare

e: info@pigandwhistle.co.za
t: 046 625 0673
268 Kowie Road, Bathurst

This is the only existing memorial to those who died while training at SAAF RAF training stations in the South African coast during WW2. Situated on a WW2 airfield (now private Air School) there is a wall with name plaques and also a magnificent Impala MK1 aircraft on a 3m column on display, makring the spot.

43 AirSchool

Oldest Anglican Church in SA. A sanctuary in the frontier wars for hundreds of settlers. Designed by Major Mitchel R.E. and built by Samuel Bradshaw. Served as a military garrison and temporary shelter for settler families in 1834. The church was completed in 1837. Bishop Gray consecrated the church on 19th October 1848.

t: 046-625-0464
Donkin Terrace

The toposcope marks the spot where the 1820 Settlers locations were surveyed. 57 bronze plaques record details of settlements. On a clear day you can see the Fish River to Kwaaihoek. The stones on the wall were taken from ruins of original Settler homes.

Trappes Street

Theatre, dining, arts and crafts. antiques. Versatility a speciality. This complex has been charmingly restored and comprises a variety of small retail shops: Paddle Inn Antiques, Pin Up Rock Apparel Clothing, Lovelink Tattoos, Bezant wild gourmet, The Most Amazing Things, Maya - photographic artist, The Cup and Chaucer antique shop. Eateries - Piazza on the Wharf and Cafe Indiya as well as the intimate Dining Theatre, comfortably seating 80. Come and enjoy the ambiance of a bygone era!

t: 046-624-1722
Wharf Street