Nuts About Books & Toys - The Midlands Meander KwaZulu-Natal

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A country toy shop in the heart of Howick stocked with an array of quality toys, puzzles, games, crafts, books and children’s clothing. Brands include Lego, Melissa & Doug, Big Jigs, Bruder, Top Trumps, Ravensburger, Clementoni, Born in Africa plush animals and Hooligans kids clothing. Browsers are welcome!

CLOSED:
Sunday
Good Friday, Family Day, Christmas Day & New Years Day

Opening Hours

Monday

8:30am-4:30pm

Tuesday

8:30am-4:30pm

Wednesday

8:30am-4:30pm

Thursday

8:30am-4:30pm

Friday

8:30am-4:30pm

Saturday

8:30am-1:00pm

Sunday

CLOSED

DIRECTIONS: Take the Howick / Tweedie off ramp - Head South toward Main Road/R107, Turn left into Main Road, continue to follow Main Road, turn left into Karkloof Road, Turn left into Mare Street - Your destination will be on your left

Features & Attractions

SERVICES:

Airport / Bus Transfer

Driver`s Accommodation

Doctor / Nurse available in the area

Pets Allowed

Baby Cot / Crib

Babysitting

Photo Processing

Electric Adapters / Transformers

Room Service

Backup Power Generator

Fax/Photo Copying

Restaurants

Banquet Facilities

Fitness Gym

Pizza & Wine

Sauna / Steam Room / Spa

Bar(s)

Foreign Currency Exchange

Shopping Centre

Beauty Salon

Function Facilities

Souvenir / Gift Shops

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Hotel Safe

Swimming Pool - Children

Swimming Pool - Outdoor

Internet Access

Laundry / Dry Cleaning / Ironing

Car / Motorbike / Bicycle Rental

Library / Reading Room

Travel Booking / Confirmation

Car Park

Lobby Lounge / Bar

Visa Service

Children`s Playground

Non-smoking Rooms / Floors

Poolside Bar

Conference Facilities

Newspapers / Magazines

AMENITIES:

Air-conditioning

Alarm / Clock Radio

Bathroom - Private

Bathroom - Private Shower Only

Baby Cot / Crib

Coffee / Tea making facilities

Cooking Facilities / Utensils

Dining Area & Settings

Daily Newspapers

Dressing Table

Electricity Adaptors

Ensuite

Fridge

Fan

Fireplace

Hair Dryer on Request

Hot & Cold Water

Iron / Ironing Board

Living Room / Sitting Area

Mineral / Bottled Water

Mosquito Nets

Mini Bar

Room Safe

Shared Bathroom

Sofa

Telephone

Toiletries

TV - Local Only

TV - Satellite

Umbrella

Verandah / Balcony

Wardrobe

Internet Access in Room

RECREATION:

Archery

Basketball

Billiards / Snooker / Darts / etc.

Bird-watching

Board / Leisure Games

Boating / Canoeing

Trail Runs or Walks

Cheese Tasting

Children`s Playground

Chocolate Dipping

Craft Beer Tasting

Cultural Experience

Cycling

Epic Karting

Equipment Rental

Fishing

Gin Tasting

Golf / Driving Range

Health Retreat

Horse Encounters

Horse Riding

Mountain Biking/ Pump Tracks/Hiking Trails

Karaoke

Kite Flying

Massage (foot / traditional / etc.)

Nature & Wildlife

Nursery

Obstacle Course

Paintball

Picnic Spots

Putt-Putt

Sailing / Sailboarding

Sport Arena (Netball,Basketball, Hockey, Chess)

Stain Glass Workshops

Table Tennis

Team Building

Tennis

Working Farm

Wine Tasting

Zip-Lining

Zorb Ball

LANGUAGES SPOKEN:

English

Afrikaans

Zulu

German

SHOPPING:

Bags

Shoes

Accessories (Men & Women)

Gifts

Books

Food Items & Other

Toys

Leather shoes

Leather Bags

Clothing

Kids clothing

Stationery

Home Décor

Furniture

Rugs

Crystals

Beads

Jewellery

Hammocks

Pottery

Bath Salts/Essential Oils/Hand Creams/Room Sprays/Body Butter

Cheese

Cheese Tasting

Art Pieces

Paintings

Bone White Clay Ceramics

Craft Beer

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The Michaelhouse Community Partnership Trust is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO: 015292) supported by Michaelhouse to invest in local government schools. The overriding objective is to partner with selected schools to improve pedagogy and to offer teacher development through training and mentorship. A dedicated team of three full-time CPT staff supported by a committee of Trustees and committed volunteers, oversee a range of projects. The CPT team engages energetically with the principals, heads of department and teachers at local community schools whilst working closely with the Department of Education Circuit Managers involved in the Lions River and Mpofana circuit. The goal is to jointly devise projects and programmes to address challenges and opportunities for improvement of the educational experiences for their learners. In this way the projects the Trust involves itself with are better tailored to the relevant context, needs and availability of the schools, are better accepted and applied, resulting in more positive impact and results Banking details: Standard Bank Branch: Pietermaritzburg Branch no: 05 75 25 Account no: 05 22 86 525 For more information please contact: Michaelhouse Community Partnerships Manager Amy Webster Telephone : + 27 33 234 1234 Email : amyweb@michaelhouse.org https://www.facebook.com/michaelhousecommunitypartnershipstrust/ www.michaelhouse.org

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The Michaelhouse Community Partnership Trust

We are an owner run adult-only boutique lodge and nature reserve nestled in the heart of Kamberg Valley, part of the beautiful Midlands Meander. Looking for something different in the Drakensberg, visit Qambathi Mountain Lodge. Original art form an integral part of the exclusive handmade furniture and decor used, setting new standards in the Midlands. Relax and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere from the sala seats or pool loungers on the chill deck, while overlooking the gardens and mountains. Take a scenic drive on the reserve in an open game viewer to explore the magnificent view from on top of the mountain, while horse rides are available for the more energetic. Situated in the secluded Kamberg Valley, close enough to enjoy the Midlands Meander or the Rock Art at Kamberg, while superb hiking can be done on the Reserve or at Highmoor Reserve, only 5 kilometres away. Experience fine dining based on the rich African culture and its diverse cuisine. Bush dinners are also served on the deck in the indigenous forest, a perfect setting to experience the wonders of this National Heritage site. Lazy lunches are served in the gardens with fantastic views of the mountain. The lodge have two […]

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Qambathi Mountain Lodge

Sharing a meal, in our opinion, is one of the greatest ways to bring people together. We consider it a huge privilege to be a witness to friendships being born, relationships being celebrated and loved ones being cherished. Artisan Pizzeria offers a variety of Italian dishes with the much talked about traditional, wood-fired, artisanal pizza topping the list of favorites. The use of local fresh produce and quality ingredients ensures every meal is one to remember.

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Artisan Pizzeria

Welcome to the beautiful KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Mount Park Guest Farm is situated in the beautiful Upper Dargle region of the KZN Midlands, at the foot of the iNhlosane Mountain. We provide Midlands Meander accommodation, as well as a range of fun activities for the whole family. We’re also one of the most reasonable and affordable wedding venues on the Midlands Meander. The diverse combination of grasslands, indigenous forest and flowing streams provides an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. The 120-hectare working farm has close to 30 hectares of natural forest. There is a fantastic variety of birdlife and mammals. You may be lucky enough to hear the very rare Tree Hyrax, with its distinctive cry, on a warm night. We also have a variety of activities available for the whole family, from fly fishing and canoeing on our dam, to exploring the arts and crafts of the Midlands Meander. Many other activities are available in the surrounding Natal Midlands, such as the exciting Karkloof Canopy Tours, visiting Howick Falls, visiting The Nelson Mandela Capture Site and the Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve, as well as horse riding and paintball. There are seven hiking trails marked out on the farm. These range from Easy to Advanced, and meander through the indigenous forests of the KZN Midlands, past […]

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Mount Park Guest Farm

This well-known restaurant is a landmark in the area. It is a first-class, well-priced establishment offering comfort food with a few interesting twists. Dishes are freshly prepared and served in a settling only the Midlands can offer. Peruse our á-la-carte menu while listening to the Lion’s River tumbling down the waterfall. As Eat Out magazine recently put it; “this is comfort food at its homemade, freshly prepared best.” Breakfast, lunch and intimate dinners are prepared using only fresh locally produced ingredients. By using local and where possible organic produce we make sure that we provide our community with the support it deserves. The menu changes with the seasons to ensure freshness, and to provide the kitchen with a chance to impress guests with new ideas. Enjoy a pre-prandial glass of bubbles, or a refreshing cocktail in the bar, on the deck overlooking the gorgeous surrounds while listening to the sounds of the local birdlife. Soak in the history and ambiance around the first watermill built in the area.

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Caversham Mill Restaurant

Cowan House Co-educational Preparatory School

‘I am going to open my own school and make it interesting, make it fun. I am going to make them (the pupils) want to learn so you can’t stop them. I want them to get so excited about learning that they don’t want to stop. I know that once they know something, it leads to wanting something else. They must learn to express themselves and find out things for themselves. They must know that living is the most exciting thing around.’ David Black Cowan House Founder, 1948 The corridors of Cowan House still resonate with the values instilled by the school’s founding principal – echoing a sense of fun, curiosity and discovery. It is our responsibility to help boys and girls develop a real love of learning. In a world which is becoming increasingly more complex and superficial, where inspiration is becoming more theoretical and learning is often sterile from an early age, we are tremendously proud of the healthy balance we enjoy at Cowan House. We know that each child is a unique individual, not an academic statistic but a young person bursting with potential and deserving the best possible opportunities. By attending Cowan House, boys and girls […]

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Cowan House Co-educational Preparatory School

We offer a wide variety of home-baked food and hand made decor that supports our community and local suppliers. We provide a warm service while allowing you the space to relax and treat yourself to whatever may tickle your taste buds.

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Taste Buds Farmstall

GO! Meander is the best way to travel around the Midlands without any worries or hassles. We are situated in the Midlands area and operate from Hilton, Howick, the Midlands and surrounding areas. Our goal is to ensure that your journey into the Midlands is safe and gives you the comfort of peace of mind and the opportunity to be free and enjoy yourself. We offer travelers a tailored logistics solution in terms of bus and transport hire. When booking with us we will provide you with a designated driver and a marshal(optional), You design your trip and journey and we will get you there…and back!. Our services are excellent for groups of various sizes and occasions. Our Services: Bus Hire: Hire a minibus for your group that comes with a driver. The bus will take you anywhere within the Midlands region. Design your trip knowing that you will have safe and secure transportation as a group. We have a fleet of 4 minibusses ready to serve you. FAQ: Where do you guys travel too? We can travel to any destination around the Midlands and surrounding areas. However, you may tell us of any other destination during your booking and […]

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KA Travel and Tours

If you want to just switch off, get away from it all, refuse to take phone calls, ignore social media and just detox from the “noise”, here is the perfect hideaway. The farm estate is in close proximity to the Karkloof Reserve, Sappi bike trails, many local restaurants and coffee shops with Howick closeby. There are four self-catering lodges on the estate sleeping from two up to six people. The farm is the perfect spot for a garden wedding with picturesque sunrises and sunsets. This picturesque setting would definitely interest artists, photographers and filmmakers and those who long to go back to a time of innocence. Blue Stone Cottage One 4 SLEEPER Bluestone Cottage One boasts a magnificent vaulted ceiling over the open plan living/ dining and kitchen area. With 2 bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other 2 single beds, both are on-suite. The cottage has a fireplace and electric blankets. Blue Stone Cottage Two 6 SLEEPER Bluestone Cottage Two boasts stylish living and an open plan living/ dining and kitchen area. With 2 bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other 2 single beds, both are on-suite. The lounge offers a double sleeper […]

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Ashton Wold Estate

Old Kilgobbin Farm is one of the oldest pioneer farms in the Midlands, with the homestead’s construction finished in 1875 by Meredith Fanin. The Bronner family have made this beautiful 200 hectare farm their home since 1996 and love sharing it with fellow nature lovers. Self cateringaccomodation is offered on the farm. Our large cottage, Gobbin’s Cottage, can sleep up to 6 people, with 3 bedrooms. The main bedroom upstairs has 2 queen size beds, the downstairs one has 2 single beds (with a loo and basin ensuite) and a tiny room called the Cubbyhole which has a solid bunkbed in it. There is a full bathroom with shower and bath. A large lounge-kitchen with a woodstove fireplace is the gathering space and the veranda is the perfect place for lazy meals. Our small cottage, The Chicken Coop, is a quaint bedsitter room with 2 single beds with a little lounge nook with a woodstove fireplace, and a kitchen nook on the closed in veranda with a little dining table for cosy meals. The Cairn is our barn, which we use for small functions such as weddings, educational courses and the Horseplay clinics. When not booked for functions, it is […]

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Old Kilgobbin Cottages

Escape to the Midlands Countryside and enjoy a peaceful stay at our elegant country lodge, situated on the banks of the Lions River. There’s no need to venture far; spend your days exploring our grounds, relax in your spacious room or suite, enjoy a braai and truly unwind. If you’re looking to venture a little further there’s plenty to discover – from Nelson Mandela monument and the full Midlands Meander experience. With relaxation in mind there is much to entertain at Clydesdale. If staying in is the order of the day, pick up a book and sink into a sofa by the fire, play a gentle board game or take a walk along the riverbanks. If the grounds are calling, don some walking shoes and explore the acres of forests around us, challenge your friends to a game of croquet or sit in a deck chair with the sun on your face and a glass of Pimms in hand. The Trough A capacious room; having large fully opening doors affording a light and airy feel, and providing stunning views across the lawns to the river beyond. Although quite sizeable, little enclaves and cozy corners abound in this room, providing ample […]

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Clydesdale On Lions River

Nelson Mandela Capture Site Nelson Mandela was arrested on 5 August 1962 outside Howick, Natal, South Africa. He spent the next 27 years of his life in prison. The Nelson Mandela Capture Site commemorates this moment in history with a visitor centre and a world-renowned sculpture. The Visitor Centre is complemented by the ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ which guests are encouraged to experience by following the timeline of Mandela’s life through a landscaped garden. The ‘Long Walk’ culminates at the iconic sculpture, entitled Release. The sculpture features 50 steel columns which dramatically come into focus as Mandela’s face from a particular vantage point. Also on site is a coffee shop open for breakfast and light lunches and a gift shop offering exclusive merchandise. The Coffee Shop provides a range of meals such as burgers and toasted sandwiches and a variety of hot and cold drinks, including cappuccinos. The Site caters for both guided and non-guided tours, school groups, conferences and can develop a bespoke package to suit your requirements. Please visit their website for ticket prices and the most up to date information on opening times. The Capture Site has plans to upgrade its facilities and offer a wider range […]

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Nelson Mandela Capture Site

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Opening Hours

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

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Features & Attractions

SERVICES:

Airport / Bus Transfer

Driver`s Accommodation

Doctor / Nurse available in the area

Pets Allowed

Baby Cot / Crib

Babysitting

Photo Processing

Electric Adapters / Transformers

Room Service

Backup Power Generator

Fax/Photo Copying

Restaurants

Banquet Facilities

Fitness Gym

Pizza & Wine

Sauna / Steam Room / Spa

Bar(s)

Foreign Currency Exchange

Shopping Centre

Beauty Salon

Function Facilities

Souvenir / Gift Shops

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Hotel Safe

Swimming Pool - Children

Swimming Pool - Outdoor

Internet Access

Laundry / Dry Cleaning / Ironing

Car / Motorbike / Bicycle Rental

Library / Reading Room

Travel Booking / Confirmation

Car Park

Lobby Lounge / Bar

Visa Service

Children`s Playground

Non-smoking Rooms / Floors

Poolside Bar

Conference Facilities

Newspapers / Magazines

AMENITIES:

Air-conditioning

Alarm / Clock Radio

Bathroom - Private

Bathroom - Private Shower Only

Baby Cot / Crib

Coffee / Tea making facilities

Cooking Facilities / Utensils

Dining Area & Settings

Daily Newspapers

Dressing Table

Electricity Adaptors

Ensuite

Fridge

Fan

Fireplace

Hair Dryer on Request

Hot & Cold Water

Iron / Ironing Board

Living Room / Sitting Area

Mineral / Bottled Water

Mosquito Nets

Mini Bar