Markets to delight any shopper

Posted in Events & Entertainment | Markets

The farmers’ and Christmas markets in George and surroundings are sure to satisfy the appetite of most shoppers with an immense variety of products, gifts and delicious home-made fare on offer.

Enjoy the lively, sociable side of the area at these markets. Many of them throw live entertainment into the package for free.

Here are some details for easy reference:

OUTENIQUA FARMERS’ MARKET

Set in a magnificent park – the Outeniqua Farmers’ Market is located opposite the Garden Route Mall on the N2 (take the Sasol Garage turn-off in Kraaibosch).

Market lovers can shop at about 80 food and craft stalls offering produce and goods created by local farmers and skilled craft people. From berries to bread and fish to flowers.

Open every Saturday and on all public holidays, except religious holidays, from 08:00 to 14:00.

ORGANIC: TIMBERLAKE VILLAGE

Timberlake is a market-style village located on the N2 halfway between Wilderness and Sedgefield. Food lovers will thoroughly enjoy the hearty country-style food which supports slow food principles.

The village features an organic garden, coffee shops, food shops, nursery, pub and fairy garden.

There are extensive kids’ facilities – a race track, jungle gym, trampoline and friendly goats. The Timberlake Express barrel train operates from Tuesdays to Sundays and departs from the station next to the Wild Woods Adventure Castle at the times indicated.

Kids love to ride the train through the Timberlake Village.