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Cradock Heritage

A House Full of History

In 1983, five historic cottages on Market Street in Cradock were about to be demolished. Sandra Antrobus rescued them, creating a unique hospitality project[cite: 2].

The Wagon Makers & Artisans (1840s)

Die Tuishuise originally served as townhouses (nagmaalhuisies) for farmers and homes for blacksmiths and saddlers[cite: 2].

Victoria Manor (1848)

One of South Africa's oldest country hotels, steeped in Victorian elegance and literary history[cite: 2].

Read the Complete History of Cradock

Explore the full comprehensive historical archive and Anglo-Boer War accounts.

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