Wynberg

• Province: Western Cape
• Coordinates: 34.0084° S, 18.4662° E
• Area; 5.06 km2
• Municipality: City of Cape Town

Wynberg is situated in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town, Western Cape. It lies south of Kenilworth and north of Plumstead, with Claremont to the north-west. The suburb stretches from the eastern slopes of Table Mountain toward the M5 highway, forming part of the Main Road transport corridor. It is easily accessible via Main Road, the M3 and M5 highways, and the railway station, making it a central hub within the southern suburbs.

History of Wynberg

When Simon Van der Stel granted land to Herman Weekens in 1683, he called it De Oude Wijnbergh (Old Wine Mountain). During the winter months,s ships would dock in Simon’s Baai now “Simon’s Town” The farm was roughly halfway between Cape Town and Simon’s Baai.
After the British took over the Cape in 1795, the area developed into a garrison town. Many troops settled here. At first, the Dutch tried to resist the British but were soon driven away. Being a convenient halfway point between Table Bay and False Bay, the area grew rapidly. By the mid 19th century, it was a popular place where British civil servants came to retire.
One of the first electric power plants was built here in 1893. It powered the local trams and street lights.

Vintage pictures of Wynberg Station and streets from Saartjie Klipkop

The postcode for Wynberg is 7800 (streets) and 7824 (boxes)

Transport

Wynberg is served by Metrorail  Golden Arrow Bus Services, and minibus taxis. See linked pages for details. Other options for getting around the Western Cape.

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Browse businesses and things to see in Wynberg

Things to see and do in Wynberg

• During the summer (February) Maynardville Open-air Theatre hosts world-class Shakespeare productions.
• In March, the Cape Town Community Chest carnival is held at Maynardville Park
• Maynardville Park Outdoor Gym, Glaren Road.

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: 021 799 1300
• Fire: 021 444 9623
• Ambulance: 10177

• Medical

• Closest hospital: Victoria Hospital  – 021 799 1111
• Clinic; 021 797 5190
• Pharmacy; Medicare Pharmacy Wynberg – 021 797 8141

• Municipal & Utilities

• Water: 0860 103 089
• Electricity: 0860 103 089

• Transport & Roads

• Traffic Department: Hillstar Traffic Department-0860 103 089

• Community & Safety

• NSRI 087 094 9774
• SPCA: Cape of Good Hope SPCA-021 700 4140

• Local Contacts and Community Resources in Wynberg

• Museum; Education museum – 021 762-1622
• Post office; 021 762 5757
• Library: 021 797 9178
• Wynberg Civic Centre:021 444 6948
• Home Affairs: 021 763 6400/ 6405 / 6410 /6423

• Schools in Wynberg

• Wynberg Boys’ Junior School-021 762 5707
• Wynberg Boys’ High School-021 797 4247
• Springfield Convent Senior School – 021 797 6169
• Wynberg Girls’ Junior School – 021 797 4213
• Wynberg High School-021 797 0017
• Wittebome High School-021 761 1535
• Saint Augustine’s RC Primary School-021 761 3114
• Immaculata RK Secondary School-021 761 1930
• Douglas Road Primary School-021 797 9533
• Ottery Road (Meth.) Primary School-021 762 3549
• Muhammadeyah Primary School-021 797 8047
• Shiloah Christian school-021 761 2158
• Laerskool Simon Van Der Stel-021 762 2234
• Norman Henshilwood High School-021 797 8043
• Immaculata High School-021 761 1930

• Find a comprehensive list of Cape Town Emergency numbers HERE
• The City of Cape Town Public Emergency Communication Centre is available 24/7 For all life or property-threatening emergencies, call 021 480 7700 from any phone or 107 from a landline or report online at https://bit.ly/3o4Ji3K