Glencoe, Battlefields
Named after a valley in Argyleshire by Scottish settlers during the late 1800s, the town has a proud railway history the first train arriving on 4 September 1889.
Attractions include Carl Landman's House, a fine example of houses built by the Voortrekker leader who fought at the Battle of Blood River.
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Glencoe can be pretty to look at, but there is nothing else to do there! It's worth popping in if you're in the area, but I wouldn't make Glencoe my destination!
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Hotels & other accommodation options
Ingudlane Lodge
Ingudlane Lodge is a private game reserve situated in Northern KwaZulu-Natal, in the heart of the battlefields. Ingudlane Lodge boasts modern, ex...
The Nest Drakensberg Hotel
The Nest Hotel is a simply delightful mountain resort hotel set amidst magnificent mountain scenery located in the Central Drakensberg. The Nest ...
Thatcher's Rest Self Catering Cottage
Situated in the scenic and tranquil hills of Biggarsberg, Thatcher’s Rest is a delightfully secluded self-catering cottage situated on a working ...
Dragon's Mist
Nestled beneath the captivating Drakensberg Mountains lies this luxurious three bedroom cottage perfect for a relaxing getaway whilst offering pl...
Mtonjaneni Lodge
Situated in Melmoth, Mtonjaneni Lodge offers comfortable accommodation for up to 52 guests. The owner is happy to take you on a tour of the farm ...
Boer en Brit Guest House
Situated in Ladysmith, Boer en Brit offers accommodation in nine, well-equipped and spacious units. Each unit has their own entrance, private bat...
Cadle House
Cadle House, situated in Vryheid is only a short distance from Ntingonono Environmental Centre and Vryheid Hill Nature Reserve. The house is set ...
The OutLook Guest House
The OutLook Guest House offers Newcastle B&B accommodation just 1.4km from Amajuba Mall. The guest house has a well-manicured green garden and is...
Riverview B&B
At Riverview you can be assured of a warm and friendly atmosphere. We offer accommodation in 16 comfortably bedrooms; either single, double or tw...
Things to do in the area
MTB and Running Nature Trail
The South African experience is all about high blue skies, warm sunshine, fresh air, and plenty of exciting wildlife. And, there are few better w...
Gooseberries Restaurant
Set in the foothills of the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, Newcastle is a fantastic city to showcase the natural beauty and variety of KwaZulu-N...
Noteworthy attractions
Chelmsford Nature Reserve
The Chelmsford Nature Reserve, situated on the Ngagane River, lies just 70 kilometres from Ladysmith and is the site of the third largest dam in ...
Ntendeka Wilderness Area
South Africa's smallest and arguably most beautiful wilderness area is Ntendeka, consisting of 5 250 ha of undulating grasslands, verdant forests...
Weenen Nature Reserve
Weenen Game Reserve covers an area of typical inland KwaZulu Natal acacia grassland with occasional thickets. There are extensive game viewing fa...
Talana Museum
Set in a 20 acre heritage park that forms a portion of the Talana battlefield - the first battle of the Anglo-Boer war - is a museum that is dedi...
Midlands Meander
The enchantment of the Midlands has long inspired many a visitor and resident to creativity and as a result, local artists, potters and weavers c...
Dlinza Forest Nature Reserve
Found just outside the little town of Eshowe, the Dlinza Forest is one of two indigenous forests that lie close to one another in this southern p...
Vryheid Hill Nature Reserve
Vryheid, which lies in northern KwaZulu Natal, is the largest town in the area and is situated on a transitional belt between grasslands and low-...
Wagendrift Nature Reserve
Situated on the other side of the N3 from Estcourt, Wagendrift Nature Reserve surrounds the dam of the same name. With a resident yacht club, and...
Eshowe Hills Golf Course
The Eshowe Country Club is situated on the Eshowe Hills Eco Estate in Eshowe and as such meanders through the famous Dhlinza Forest and grassland...
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