The annual mountain bike ride will take place on Saturday 3rd September and the organisers have set out 3 different routes leaving from Oom Tat’s pub.

60km –  A new route, but still tough, technical and challenging.  Only for the experienced, hardcore mountain biker!  Check the website for profiles.
30km – Through the scenic farmlands.  A bit of effort required.
10 km – An easy funride/walk on Willowdale Farm

Starting Times and entry fee :
60 km – 8.30 am, R100
25 km – 8.45 am R50
10 km – 9.00 am R20

Refreshments and food will be on sale.
Contact Mark and Mandy if you need more info and keep an eye out for further details on our website.
Mark – 082 6836313
Mandy – 082 2130512
Website – http://mysite.mweb.co.za/residents/jcl/index.html
Email – StanfordAkkedis@gmail.com

Spring is getting here, with the forecast looking better and better.  But while it may still be a bit nippy, why not warm up in one of the local eateries? On Friday evening, 4th September, you could enjoy a Greek evening at Mandelis. Smash plates under the vines, while enjoying delicious Greek lamb, Meze and Baklava.

Over the first ‘official’ spring weekend, 4th - 6th September, there is a Mountain Bike night race on Friday night, starting  at 18:45 from Oom Tats. On Saturday, starting at Beloftebos, there will be three distances offered; 10 km,  30 km and 65 km. The route takes you through the local fynbos and wine farms. Beloftebos is a beautiful oak forest on the farm Paardenberg, next to Salmonsdam Nature Reserve.  Bring the family and enjoy the day under the oaks – there will be a farmer’s market, with lots of food stalls, local wine and beer and lots more!

The Stanford Village Market has been moved back to Saturday mornings, by popular demand. Pop into Stanford Galleries between 10 and 12am, and stock up on the locally produced goodies for the weekend.