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Conserving Constantia’s rural and cultural landscape for all.
Promoting and safeguarding the interests of ratepayers and residents.
Things happening in the Valley!
Join us for a fun filled family picnic on the lawn of the Alphen Boutique Hotel, a day of great food, great company and great vibes, all in the name of The Red Cross Children’s Hospital and Peninsula School Feeding Association.
For more info visit bit.ly/389eo0D and spread the love.
Live Entertainment.
Fun Activities for the kids.
Beverage Stalls on the day.
Date: Sunday 29 March 2020
Time: 12h30 -18h00
Venue: The Alphen Boutique Hotel, Constantia
#kovelove #kovecares
Digital Express GARETH KENWARD Tové Experience NYX. Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA) South African Red Cross Society Children's Hospital Trust
We love gardens and the gardens at The Cellars-Hohenort are exceptional, if you want to enjoy them too, why not join one of their GUIDED GARDEN TOURS
Details: The guided garden tours take place every Wednesday at 10h30, guests will be in the capable hands of our garden manager. When the tour concludes, guests can enjoy tea and freshly baked scones outside in the picturesque garden setting or on the hotel’s Conservatory terrace.
Price:
R 135 per person, includes 1 hour garden tour, tea & scones
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Tickets are selling fast for this great event in our valley Constantia Fresh 2020, if you haven't managed to pop to Buitenverwachting wine farm this Summer, this is your perfect opportunity!
Tickets on sale here: www.quicket.co.za/events/93749-constantia-fresh-2020/#/
Although it's the day of Love, let's not forget to keep fit, after indulging in romantic feasts, it might be a great idea to join Constantia Greenbelt parkrun tomorrow!
What is Constantia Greenbelt parkrun?
It is a 5km run - it's you against the clock.
When is it?
Every Saturday at 8:00am.
Where is it?
The event takes place starts from the meadow on Le Sueur Avenue ,Constantia Greenbelt, Alphen trail, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806.
What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free! but please register before your first run. Only ever register with parkrun once. Don't forget to bring a printed copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.
How fast do I have to be?
We all run for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
Constantia Greenbelt parkrun needs you!
It is entirely organised by volunteers - email constantiagreenbelthelpers@parkrun.com to help.
We're friendly!
Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in Mugg and Bean Constantia Village - please come and join us!
Dear residents and stakeholders,
A meeting was organized by Cllr Liz Brunette to address to issue of baboon management in the Price Drive residential area and surrounds. Minutes of the meeting can be found on here www.dropbox.com/s/6m8dq4h6nzmgcq3/High%20Constantia%20Fence%20%20Mtg%20Points%2027.01.2020%20%280...
Jean Naude from Groot Constantia, has kindly offered to host a follow up meeting regarding the proposed Price Drive Fence at 18:30 on 25 February at Groot Constantia in the Bertrams tasting venue.
The purpose for the meeting is to follow up where the first meeting ended. Additionally we will be discussing setting up an initial group of residents to commit to driving the process for funding and form a steering committee (three or four residents).
If you are interested in attending please notify me asap and if possible spread the word and bring two or three other community members along to the upcoming meeting.
Kind regards,
Fanus Ferreira
B.Tech Nature Conservation
Area Manager - North
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Email: fanus@hwsolutions.co.za
Tel: 021 712 9544
Cell: 0843211165
Web: www.hwsolutions.co.za
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Closing date for comments on new proposed BMW garage is today, see article in the Constantiaberg Bulletin below. Comments can be sent to comments_objections.southern@capetown.gov.za
Garage for restitution site - Constantiaberg Bulletin
www.constantiabergbulletin.co.za
The City of Cape Town is considering the application for a “motor repair garage” on the remainder of Erf 4724 and Erf 14038.What do we expect the family who have been deservedly returned their land to best do with this piece of land? It is in an unsuitable position for residential development. So commercial development is their best choice. Whether they build a factory, an office block or an upmarket BMW workshop as long as it is done tastefully and planted with lots of trees and greenery we should be grateful that the family are now benefiting after what they have been through and we have an acceptable and hopefully well planted development on this difficult site. Lets be positive and supportive and show those looking at us Constantia residents that we are open and part of the change that must happen.
Funny those complainers had no problem with the rich man's parking garage sorry art gallery built on a sensitive wetland in the heart of their beautiful valley. Wonder why?
This is just another invidious piece of urban sprawl - Retreat Main Rd and Constantia will soon be indistinguishably hideous. What is actually going to be built In that land is going to be an absolute eyesore! @constantiaratepayersandresidentsassocuation , why do you only mobilize objectors the day before objections close? Seriously
We do not need a show room or a Garage ...tastefully designed Garden would have looked better ...surely the Rentals at this centre is enough to generate cash for the family ..a paying garden would also have made money ...also an upgrade at the school also would have been a nice gesture ...the road cannot withstand another business ...
From a completely architectural point of view, how does this steel and glass edifice speak to the rural nature of the area? Even commercial buildings in the area previously had to be designed to human scale, single story, with reference to the environment. Will this building have the lights on all night like most car showrooms? Will the signage and interface with the M3 be backlit? This building as shown would be better suited architecturally in Johannesburg on the airport approach road. Where are the architects who designed this from, and why is there zero sensitivity in the design to the nature of the area?
Justice shall prevail . The wheel turn slowly but it’s turning , time to embrace reality.
This post has not cared enough to share all that’s going on ..on this piece of ground ...Squatters living behind Checkers ...Taxis now parked in front of Constantia Primary ..making a mess on the road ..who cares ...NO ONE...litter all round Checkers building too...
Quo Vadis
What on earth do we need a BMW repair garage for on Ladies Mile?
Recycling
Did you know that the proceeds of your recycling at The Constantia Village go towards helping the Friends of Constantia Valley Greenbelts.
Location: Depot near Exclusive Books end of Constantia Village
Mon-Sat: 8am - 5pm
Sundays: 8am - 1pm
Recycling info:
Home owners to separate their containers ;
Glass – bottles & jars
Paper- flattened & folded
Plastic- bottles , milk containers & food packaging
Cardboard – flattened & folded
Please pop all items in clear plastic bags
Don't think Valentines Day is the only day to treat yourself to one of the Valley's awesome restaurants, why not treat yourself at The Alphen Boutique Hotel , they are hosting their monthly Supper Club at Blanko Restaurant.
RSVP: +27(0) 21 795 6300 or email events@alphen.co.za
DATE: 21 February 2019
18h30 for 19h00
Groot Constantia is one spot we all love to explore, if you are up for the challenge why not join the TrailFun team for their run.
This is one beautiful run.
Start through the gardens and climb to the most spectacular view of False Bay as you run through the forest and down the vines. Run through history on this magnificent Estate. This is a great entry level run if you are looking for an introduction to trail running.
Entries include a R50 voucher that can be spent anywhere on the Estate. We recommend Jonkershuis as they supply the coffee and breakfasts on the day. Its an amazing morning out.
Date : Saturday 22 February 2020
Venue : Groot Constantia Wine Estate
06h30 Registration
07h30 10km start time
07h45 5km start time
Entry fee :
5km R 70 Juniors
5km R180
10km R180 (5km x loop)
MEDALS TO ALL FINISHERS !
Contact : Rodney Russell
Tel : 074 900 9235
Email : rodney@trailfun.co.za
We love exploring the valley and what better reason than to appreciate some great pieces at The Cellars-Hohenort, who are hosting their ANNUAL ARDMORE EXHIBITION 13 - 16th February.
he Hohenort building will once again play host to our annual Ardmore exhibition. This year’s theme will be The Sabi Collection, with Sabi Collection Fabrics launching at the show. Pieces from both Ardmore Ceramic Art & Ardmore Design will be featured.
We aren't sure if there are still tickets available for this great show - Nik Rabinowitz in Late Bloomer in support of Soil for Life, but worth checking, its on Wednesday 12th February
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PLEASE DONATE TO STREET CLEANING:
R200 pays for one cleaner per day!
Council have an extended PublicWorks Programme which allows for some cleaning of the main roads, but as you can see from the amount of litter everywhere, this is not working and despite our best efforts, Council will do nothing further. SO HOW CAN YOU HELP US TO SUSTAIN THE CLEARING? SNAPSCAN THIS CODE ON THE LEFT!!
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