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Hello from Wyndford, 

 And they are off!

Well, September has come and gone and along with it our first ever Fun Trail Run over 5 and 10km.  Thank you for all who participated, young and old (furry and four footed! Yes, Humphrey did most of the 5km and was very miffed about being bought home in the bakkie). Round up a group and join us next time… weekend of 8^th - 10th February with the run on Saturday.  Keep training…!

Maluti 1986 - 2018
Thursday was a quiet, sunny day... It was also the day we said our farewells to the legend that was Maluti. Many children have chatted away to him as he gently sashayed down the road - he was always patient. Those that wanted a little fun, and didn't realise he had it in him, were surprise as he took off across the field at a gallop. Many have come back (some a little white faced..) and declared - they didn't think a horse could go up a mountain like that. He has seen so many come and go, this was his time.
He went for one last jaunt down to the first field with Buster who gently shepherded him home along the river road, stopping to wait when Maluti needed to catch his breath, this was gently repeated. He only walked slowly home leaving Maulti quiet at the bottom of the hill, knowing he wasn't making it home that night...
Farewell, old gentleman, you will be so missed.

Such love.... 

We have had a quiet week, and I sat in the summerhouse garden and realised how peaceful and beautiful it is (no wonder guests like to sit there…) Roses and Aquilegia are ready to burst, Irises are flowering, birds and butterflies are happy – Tea anyone?

Alternatively, join us for half term weekend 19 – 21 October, before the rush of exams and end of year madness. Peter Webb will happily guide everyone who fancies looking under rocks or at anything that flies….(he is just amazing with children!)

Warm greeting from us all,Team Wyndford

Book directly on our website at www.wyndford.co.za, give us a call now on 0582230274 or email reception@wyndford.co.za and Angelique, Natasja or Jenny will assist you.

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Maluti with his Mum Lady in 1986... and yes you just need one grey parent aparently...!

2018

19 – 21 October 2018 Bug & Butterfly weekend

Seniors Tour 4 – 9 November 2018 (Full)

Cherry Festival 16 - 18 November 2018

Fun Bowls week 18 – 23 November 2018

2019

Fun trail Run 8 – 10 February 2019

Seniors Tour 24 February  – 1 March 2019

Mothers Day 12 May 2019 (Wyndford is great place to spoil Moms)

Fathers 4x4 Day Weekend 16 June 2019

Christmas in July 19 – 21 July 2019 (We’ll book Father Christmas in advance!)

… and so much more!

All the latest news...

Hello from Wyndford, 

 And they are off!

Well, September has come and gone and along with it our first ever Fun Trail Run over 5 and 10km.  Thank you for all who participated, young and old (furry and four footed! Yes, Humphrey did most of the 5km and was very miffed about being bought home in the bakkie). Round up a group and join us next time… weekend of 8^th - 10th February with the run on Saturday.  Keep training…!

Maluti 1986 - 2018
Thursday was a quiet, sunny day... It was also the day we said our farewells to the legend that was Maluti. Many children have chatted away to him as he gently sashayed down the road - he was always patient. Those that wanted a little fun, and didn't realise he had it in him, were surprise as he took off across the field at a gallop. Many have come back (some a little white faced..) and declared - they didn't think a horse could go up a mountain like that. He has seen so many come and go, this was his time.
He went for one last jaunt down to the first field with Buster who gently shepherded him home along the river road, stopping to wait when Maluti needed to catch his breath, this was gently repeated. He only walked slowly home leaving Maulti quiet at the bottom of the hill, knowing he wasn't making it home that night...
Farewell, old gentleman, you will be so missed.

Such love.... 

We have had a quiet week, and I sat in the summerhouse garden and realised how peaceful and beautiful it is (no wonder guests like to sit there…) Roses and Aquilegia are ready to burst, Irises are flowering, birds and butterflies are happy – Tea anyone?

Alternatively, join us for half term weekend 19 – 21 October, before the rush of exams and end of year madness. Peter Webb will happily guide everyone who fancies looking under rocks or at anything that flies….(he is just amazing with children!)

Warm greeting from us all,Team Wyndford

Book directly on our website at www.wyndford.co.za, give us a call now on 0582230274 or email reception@wyndford.co.za and Angelique, Natasja or Jenny will assist you.

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Snow on the Maluti Mountains this morning....

August news from the Farm....

Hello from Wyndford, 

 It would seem we are having a bad hare day… it may not be the buck eating the sweetpeas after all – we seem to have a larger than usual number of hare sightings! They particularly like the spot just outside the fence where the dogs can see them…drives Molly nuts! (more than usual that is..)

Shhhh - a rare sighting of the lesser spotted calm Molly Dog!

The Emu’s have unfortunately abandoned their 16 beautifully coloured eggs – but so far none of us have offered to blow them out! We all remember Jaco’s attempt... Both the tortoises have made an appearance, although Charlotte seems to have decided that she isn’t quite ready and needed a bit more sleep – maybe she feels the possibility of snow in the air again.

 This coming week sees our first ever Fun Trail Run at the farm with a 5 and 10km trail over our beautiful sandstone mountains. Still time to join us if you have a need for speed… with sponsorship in aid of Cluny Animal Trust run by Jan and our great local Vet, Katherine, who has just paid us a visit. After telling you last time how beautiful and cosy Bandit was looking in his woolly jacket, today he has a sore eye - never a dull moment with horses!

I know it is sometimes hard to read all the way to the end… but our calendar of events is attached for those who like to plan ahead.

Hoping you have a Spring in your step

from us all at Team Wyndford

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2018

Fun Trail Run 1 September 2018 (This weekend!)

Seniors Tour 4 – 9 November 2018

Cherry Festival 16 - 18 November 2018

Fun Bowls week 18 – 23 November 2018

2019

Fun trail Run 8 – 10 February 2019

Seniors Tour 24 February  – 1 March 2019

Mothers Day 12 May 2019 (Wyndford is great place to spoil Moms)

Fathers 4x4 Day Weekend 16 June 2019

Christmas in July 19 – 21 July 2019 (We’ll book Father Christmas in advance!)

… and so much more… watch this spot!

Race........ did someone say race....?!

Is it coming near you....

Spring....!! 

Whoop whoop, we are quite done with the brown palette and looking forward to seeing things pop into new growth. Having said that.... as I write there is a possibility of snow in the air.  We had wonderful gentle rain last night which settled the dust beautifully.  The fruit trees are starting to bud and the Japonica are starting to bloom.... unfortunately the two full beds of sweetpea seedlings outside Belsteen Manor now reside in the buck's tummy!! (again…)

We temporarily lost Socks (doesn’t one always go missing?) but she is back and reunited with Humphrey.  Looking at the horses yesterday, always a calming occupation – even with Molly, Sprockett and Rocky underfoot – you should just see Bandit’s coat, it is like a thick woolly jersey!

We had a Fun Christmas in July, although it was hard to find Father Christmas…. Look out for our next year calendar coming soon so you can plan to join us.  

 

Now, I know all the pictures that come from the walks are usually from other’s cameras …. but in preparation for our Spring Day Fun Trail Run at Wyndford on Saturday 1^st September,I offered to walk the 5km trail with Rynhard… only to discover he was doing the 10km. Pictures included just to prove I did it!! …Well only 6.4km to be precise and needless to say he completed the course in a lot less time once Molly and I were picked up at Agate bank!

We are ready

and it’s going to be fun so don’t delay!! Call now to book…

PS Humphrey did Agate Bank and back yesterday …think he’s hoping for a podium spot?!

Happy greetings from us all….

Team Wyndford

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Please note.... at this point in the trail... Rynhard was 10 paces behind!!!!

Wyndford Winter news...

It's a long way to the top - but the way you climb a mountain, any mountain,

is one step at a time....

Well, for those have you who have done the Chin of the Tortoise walk….  Humphrey went all the way to the top and thanks to Susan Merven’s (who made it to the top – unlike some of us..!) photographic expertise, we have evidence. This cat never ceases to amaze. He is also continuing with his kitten care duties and the two of them are often seen cuddled up together.

Father’s day 4x4 drive and wors rolls at the river was great fun… something for you to plan ahead for next year - with spectacular weather, views and company. 

Now for great Spring news…. Actually on Spring day 1^st September we are having a Fun Trail Run at Wyndford.  Join us for the weekend, or the day, and for the energetic among us run beautiful trails through our amazing Sandstone mountains. Reply now to this email and the girls will give you all the exciting information.

Spring sprung a little early in the farmyard, with twin lambs arriving on a very cold morning – glad they come equipped with woolly coats. So Ethan, Ella and Chris – who arrived later join our small flock… (I will leave you to decide where the names come from – but I can say these are better than some others that were debated over staff lunch!)

We are nearly full for Christmas in July so hurry if you want to join us, 13 – 15^th July and it looks like it’s likely to be chilly – we will have to see if the snow obliges …..

Well, enough for now – until we see you stay warm!

Sending Greetings from us all at Wyndford

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Who said I can't do the trail run........!

Wyndford FUN TRAIL RUN Weekend...

Our exciting news....

Wow, we are so excited!  Thanks to all our guests and staff who made this happen….

It is a positive acknowledgement and we would like to think it would encourage those who are thinking of joining us at Wyndford… to just do it – give us a try!!

Rocky has settled in well, he can manage all the walks except the Chin of the tortoise, and .. well he is not a fan of the twin bridges! Molly and Sprockett have welcomed him in – they rather like having someone else in their corner when it comes to Humphrey!  However, we have seen a softer side of Humphrey the last few days.  He found a little feral kitten, also black but with white socks, and has slowly coaxed her out. We managed to catch her and she is settling down. Humphrey visits and plays with her, putting his arms around her neck and purring (watch this spot for a video!)…. Not without throwing looks over his shoulder that says ‘don’t tell the dogs!’

Adventure awaits.....

We are planning an Adventure packed Father’s day weekend!  4x4 route to drive, night walk and snippets of World Cup Soccer, Boerewors rolls in the mountains and so much more… fun for all the family. If you have ever really wanted to test your SRV…It’s coming up soon so book now 15 – 17^th June, just reply to this mail!

Also, school holidays are filling up so make sure not to miss out. (Remember that during these holidays our special of 20% discount for a four night or longer stay applies).

It was a moooving day in more ways than one when we said goodbye to our little herd of cows. After the drought and high cost of buying in feed we decided it was time to say goodbye. We will still be serving farm fresh milk just not our own.

Pieter has joined us in our kitchen and is settling in well to the Wyndford family. We have really great hiking guides in the form of Celvin and Rynhard, although it would appear that  one of them has a dodgy sense of direction(!) after getting lost last Friday.  Thankfully we have radios….

Well, enough for now – we hope to see you soon!

Sending you warm Greetings from us all at Wyndford

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Molly in full flight..... exploring routes with Celvin, Rocky and Sprockett!

It was with a little apprehension that we welcomed Rocky onto the farm. He is a five year old black Labrador who has been living in Joburg, but his mom was moving and he needed a place to stay. After a calm trip down, watching the world go by from the back seat, he was soon settled in on his bed by the lounge door.  Then he had his first taste of farm life, seemingly unphased by roaming roosters, growled a little at the horses (probably never seen such a big dog and wondered what we feed them….) met Molly and Sprocket then encountered Humphrey! Well, the ‘boss’ is a little put out that he has met his match and that there is one animal on the farm that is not afraid of him! (One very squiff nose at present…)

Holiday… an extended period of leisure and recreation. Young Mum Laura, recently commented ‘ best rest I’ve had since becoming a mom!’ That is the beauty of Wyndford – time to do the important things like spending quality family time and know that supper will still be on the table. Not getting up to make early morning tea (although I trained by husband very early on..) or breakfast – and no cleaning up! Just turn up when the gong sounds for something scrumptious… If it sounds appealing, book now for Mother’s Day in May – that way the whole family shares the gift!

This picture is of the snow last year in May!  What with all the rain we have had lately, and misty mornings currently, we are hoping for some good snow in the area and mountains this year.  Remember that we have a bumper special offer of 20% discount for four nights or longer over May, June and July so get in early so as not to be disappointed when the white stuff makes its appearance – and if it doesn’t - we’ll still treat you to roaring log fires and hot chocolate evenings!

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Sending you warm Greetings from us all at Wyndford

A little indignant!! well ok... a lot indignant!

Last chance to book.....

 for the Wyndford May Tour... bookings close 2 May 2018.... 

20 – 25 May 2018

Visit the beautiful Eastern Free State, fully inclusive rate - all meals and teas

Including Mud Studio Ceramic Factory,

St Augustine Cave Church and

Rock art - Ladybrand,

Leribe Weavers – Lesotho

Makoadi Rabbit Farm

Passports essential.

R7690 per person sharing

R9370 per single guest

3 Designated Collection points in Johannesburg

6am Collection at Engen Garage Cnr President Fouche & Witdoring Road

6:30 Elphin Lodge Modderfontein Road

7:00 Renaissance Village Comora Street and Bellairs Drive, Glenvista

www.wyndford.co.za or www.facebook.com/WyndfordHolidayFarm

Call now ... Angelique, Jenny or Natasja for more information on 058-2230274

or email reception@wyndford.co.za.

The latest news and special from the Farm...

We have had a most marvellous March! A record 219mm of rain fell on the farm, and those of you who have joined us for sundowners at the river crossing can see how much water is around the Eastern Free State.   The Little Caledon was high enough to inflict some damage to the swing bridges but all were back up and ready for the Easter walks.... although there is an additional spanner in the bottom of the river! (Yes, it is not the first one...)

All this weather has meant that we have had some stunning photo opportunities, with spectacular cloud formations and lighting. 

Our seniors, Zazu and Maluti will not be riding anymore, as, at 30 these two grand animals have deserved a well earned retirement. They have faithfully walked (galloped) the Wyndford routes and  have carried adults as children whose children have now come for rides.  Maluti collapsed and has a bad heart murmur - they will stay with the other horses for company and …apples?!  (We are waiting for the day when George and I get put out to pasture….)

You might have spoken with Natasja in Reception, or walked with Rynhard who (along with Baby RJ) joined our team in March and we will bid farewell to Hanna our Catering manager, who is returning to the States. We are on the lookout for someone to take on this role to ensure our food service continues to be the best we can be.

Anyone who has advise on how to keep ‘the boss’ in line (yes we are referring to Humphrey) who today after trying to catch Maluti’s tail was then seen chasing a rooster who is twice his size… Talk about a fearless feline!

We have decided to hold our rates at present and absorb the 1%vat increase until further notice.

Join us for the school holidays (there are two different specials on offer for April) or plan ahead and make Mothers Day a special memory – a bottle of pink Champagne will go to the family that has the most generations of moms! Give Natasja, Jenny or Angelique a call now on 058-2230274 and make it a special occasion. 

Well, as the Liquid Ambers start showing their autumn colours, there is a definite nip in the air in the mornings and evenings – it is time to put the jumping castle into hibernation, make sure the wood pile is stacked ready for log fires with hot chocolate…..and maybe dream of a little snow!

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Sending you warm Greetings from us all at Wyndford

(and yes, Humphrey that includes you… ok, special furry cuddles from ‘the boss’ – apparently only for little people)