Serenity in suburbia

Serenity in suburbia

For one weekend a year, one of South Africa’s most important historic houses shares its exquisite garden with the public to raise money for charity. Stellenberg in Kenilworth, Cape Town has remained largely unaltered since it was built in the 18th century in the...
Pilgrims in the Baviaans

Pilgrims in the Baviaans

Pilgrims in the Baviaans The six-day Baviaans Camino guides hikers and horseriders through some 95 kilometres of rugged wilderness and quiet contemplation, writes Judy Bryant  Where: i Publication: Sunday Times Travel   Date: 12 August 2018...
Sewing up a storm

Sewing up a storm

Sewing up a storm Judy Bryant travels to Onrus and discovers just how big quilting is in the Overberg.  Where: Overberg, Western Cape i Publication: South African Country Life   Date: July 2018  Images: Judy Bryant “While I was still...
Africa aflame

Africa aflame

The warm, north-facing slopes of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden are home to a spectacular display of aloes during winter. My Eastern Cape birthplace has given me many things to love, and one of them is a great appreciation of aloes, the spiky, flaming plants...
Say it with flowers

Say it with flowers

Say it with flowers The plant-packed Overberg attracts a bunch of talented botanical artists, writes Judy Bryant.  Where: Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa i Publication: South African Country Life  Date: May 2018  Images: Judy Bryant...