Shades Of Ngwenya
Shades Of Ngwenya
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Appelmountain
Melbourne, Australia47 contributions
Nov 2013 • Solo
We were in for a very pleasant surprise when we stopped at the Ngwenya glass factory and the little crafts village where it is located. Having. Seen Ngwenya glass in a crafts shop outside Melbourne before we left for South Africa we were delighted to find the full range of glassware on display right here in Johannesburg.
The crafts village is wonderful to wonder around in, either grabbing something to eat or drink at the crafts beer pub or watching the kids play in the great little playground.
A perfect destination for a lazy weekend afternoon...
The crafts village is wonderful to wonder around in, either grabbing something to eat or drink at the crafts beer pub or watching the kids play in the great little playground.
A perfect destination for a lazy weekend afternoon...
Written 17 November 2013
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Nancy G
23 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
This is a real assembly line - and they produce various items from wine glasses to fabulous art pieces! All the glass is recycled from people who collect it to sell to the glassworks. This is part of a craft shop area with interesting items.
Written 27 October 2015
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ChrisV1310
Newlands, South Africa34 contributions
Sept 2013
Always something happening here - whether you just pop into the glass factory, or have a meal and a beer at Gilroys, you'll have to pop into some of the little craft shops as well. Joseph the beading genius has lots of little (and larger) things to choose from, and will make things according to order.
Written 2 October 2013
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Phila D
Johannesburg, South Africa1,460 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Pretty average venue, nothing too special. Great watching the glass blower making his wares and few good Stolls.
Written 23 May 2021
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William G
Johannesburg, South Africa725 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
Wonderful place to find gifts for overseas visitors. All things African. Highly recommended for weekend entertainment.
Written 22 July 2018
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Gilda18
Sandton,South Africa261 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
The glass factory has beautiful wares for sale and there is a glass blower who will happily demonstrate his skill. The factory is set in a complex of a restaurant, beer garden, ducks and duck eggs supplier and various other retailers. A pleasant outdoor place - very laid back.
Written 9 January 2018
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Carmen W
Randburg, South Africa53 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
I was invited here for lunch. The food and setting was lovely. Although the food takes long, the staff are friendly. It's a restaurant for the whole family. The Jacarandas lining the driveway are so beautiful. There is also a craft beer pub and little stalls to view and purchase some goodies.
Written 18 November 2016
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Colette
6 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
A pleasure to look at. Nice touch to have the artist on site working and creating. A bit expensive but unique creations.
Written 7 March 2021
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einesweetie
Bloubergstrand, South Africa117 contributions
Nov 2018 • Family
Brilliant little gem roughly 25 minutes travel from North cliff/JHB Northern suburbs. Just confirm that Food stalls and product stalls are on site. Brilliant handcrafted gifts, ranging from necklaces, leather goods, pet spoils, to handcrafted chocolates, jams, original Canvas oil and acrylic paintings. Etc etc etc. Either buy something to eat at the speciality food stalls, ranging from craft bread gourmet sandwiches, pastries and traditional Indian Samoosas. Or sit down at one of the eateries/coffee shops. Worth a visit, and HUGE CHEER and THUMBS up, it is Pet friendly, as long as poochie is well behaved, not aggressive and on their leash. Excellent hand crafted Internationally renowned Glass Factory on site. A nice laid back Platteland/Farm atmosphere.
Written 2 December 2018
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4us2enjoy
Beira, Mozambique257 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
We have been to the Ngwenya Village a few Times over the years, and usually have a great time. Sadly a bit disappointed this time.
Had lunch at Gilroys - ordered Eisbine - it was delicious, but no accompanying sauerkraut. Only after our asking about it did we get told that sauerkraut wasn't available that day, and received an extremely small portion of mixed vegetables as an alternative. (Not fresh vegetables - prefrozen).
Bought a Wedding gift at Ngwenya Glass, which we had engraved. Collection arranged and confirmed for the following week. *Firstly, it wasn't ready. * Then, the engraved date was wrong. (Thankfully opened the well wrapped gift before leaving the village).
Rather disappointed - not sure whether we'll bother to visit again in a hurry.
Had lunch at Gilroys - ordered Eisbine - it was delicious, but no accompanying sauerkraut. Only after our asking about it did we get told that sauerkraut wasn't available that day, and received an extremely small portion of mixed vegetables as an alternative. (Not fresh vegetables - prefrozen).
Bought a Wedding gift at Ngwenya Glass, which we had engraved. Collection arranged and confirmed for the following week. *Firstly, it wasn't ready. * Then, the engraved date was wrong. (Thankfully opened the well wrapped gift before leaving the village).
Rather disappointed - not sure whether we'll bother to visit again in a hurry.
Written 2 October 2018
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