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McGregor

McGregor is a small village in the Breede River Valley, Western Cape, known for its vineyards, historic architecture, and arts community, located between Robertson and Swellendam.

Mcgregor

  • Province: Western Cape
  • Winelands
  • Coordinates: 33°57′S 19°50′E
  • Area: 22.03 km2
  • Municipality: Langeberg

McGregor is a small village in the Breede River Valley, Western Cape, situated between Robertson and Swellendam. It is nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains and vineyards, and is well known for its historic architecture, arts community, and peaceful rural setting. The village lies off the R60 and is accessible via the R62 from Robertson.

History of McGregor

This village was established in 1861 at the foot of the Renosterveld mountains and was originally called Lady Grey in honour of Eliza, the wife of Cape Governor Sir George Grey when it was proclaimed in 1862.  In 1905, the name changed in honour of Rev. Andrew McGregor, the Scottish pastor of the local church. The village is attractive with well-preserved 19th-century buildings and a cohesive historical character.

Accessibility by road

The village sits amidst fertile land, which attracted farmers to the area in the 1700s. The village experiences a “little Karoo” climate, with hot summers, cold winters, occasional rain, and sometimes snow.

When the plots were sold, advertisements promised that the main road from Cape Town would pass through the village. However, this road never materialised, nor did another planned road crossing the Boesmanskloof to Greyton. As a result, the isolated village retained its peaceful charm.

Proclaimed in 1862, the village saw small plots allocated, and by 1905, all the land had been bought. The irrigation system features a water channel from the town dam, passing by the houses at the edge of the street, with a channel running to each home.

The McGregor Heritage Society plays an important role in protecting historical buildings and promoting conservation efforts in the surrounding area, including the nearby nature reserve

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The license plate prefix for McGregor is CCD, and the postcode is 6780 ( boxes only)

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Things to see and do in McGregor

  • The Vrejikheid Nature Reserve is a rocky landscape in the Breede River Valley close to McGregor
  • Krans Nature Reserve
  • Annual Poetry in McGregor Festival. Usually held in July
  • McGregor to Greyton walk via the Bushmanskloof Pass
  • The Old Post Office Whisky Bar -083 258 6261.
  • Whisky weekend (usually in September) info@mcgww.co.za
  • Food market, 9 am Saturday mornings,  Corner of Voortrekker and Church streets.
  •  The Open Gardens weekend in September or October. Gardens are open daily from 10:00 till 16:00,a nd entrance is free. Contact McGregor Tourism,  023-6251954
  • Food and wine festival, usually held in September 023 625 1954
  • Bushmanskloof pass
  • Ride2Nowhere –  MTB Stage Race
  • Wine meander
  • Strykhoogte pass
  • Get a booklet at the tourism office for 4 guided walks showcasing some of the old buildings in town.  The Church Walk, The Old Mill Walk, The Old Gaol Walk, and The Lady Grey & Graveyard Walk.
  • walk, run or MTB along the Kleinberg Trail that goes out along the old Robertson road
  • See the  Art Route. You can hire a bike to ride around town.
  • First Fridays, explore the vibrant art scene from 5 – 8 pm
  • The Museum is housed in the Tourism Info Office, a declared National Monument in Voortrekker St

  • Resources

    Practical information for the Western Cape, Regulations, permits and helpful tips. See the Colourdots coastal and nature use guide

Useful Numbers

Residents and visitors can find important local contact numbers below, including police, medical services, utilities, and community facilities

  • Emergency Services

  • Police: 023 625 8000
  • Fire: 023 615 1085/6
  • Ambulance: Robertson Hospital: 023 626 8046

  • Medical

  • Closest hospital: Robertson State Hospital- 023 626 8046
  • Clinic – 023 625 1932
  • Pharmacy; Wynland Pharmacy: Robertson – 023-626 4336

  • Municipal & Utilities

  • Municipality -0860 88 1111
  • Municipality- 023 625 1631 (general enquiries)
  • Water: 0860 88 1111
  • Electricity:0860 88 1111

  • Transport & Roads

  • Traffic Department: Ashton Traffic Department-023 615 8901 / 10177

  • Community & Safety

  • SPCA:023 615 2241

  • Local Contacts and Community Resources 

  • Post office; agency – 086 011 1502
  • McGregor hall:023 625 8600
  • Library:023 625 1330
  • Tourism: 023 625 1954       http://www.mcgregorvillage.co.za
  • Tourism Facebook page

  • Schools in McGregor

  • Waldorf School-023 625 1710
  • McGregor Primere Skool:-023 625 1603
  • Colourdots is an independent regional information resource for the Western Cape.
    Learn more about the project HERE

 

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