Visitor Guide
We would like you to fully enjoy our local hospitality and have a memorable experience in the village of Nieu-Bethesda!
DIRECTIONS
From the N9 two roads lead to Nieu-Bethesda. We suggest the tarred road, unless one’s vehicle is equipped to drive the 31 km scenic, gravel road:
OPTION 1:
The tarred road is 27km north of Graaff-Reinet, thus the road closest to Graaff-Reinet. Near the Village at the end of the tarred road, the road forks at Sam’s Drift. Keep left onto the gravel road that leads to Pienaar Street and into the Village. (Due to flood damage the road through Sam’s Drift and past the “Tot-Hier-Toe” farm stall into Martins street is closed while the bridge is being reconstucted.) The farm stall can still be reached through the Village along Martins Street. The Owl House is located in Martins Street.
OPTION 2:
The 31 km gravel road leads off the N9, 60km south off Middelburg, thus the road furthest from Graaff-Reinet and closest to Middelburg. It leads through Bethesda Road railway siding.
Once descending into the village, keep straight until the T-junction and then turn right into Hudson Street. Follow Hudson street until the four way stop with Martins Street. The Owl House is located in Martins Street
ROAD ASSISTANCE
Info on Road Closures due to snowfall in the Eastern Cape – 080 064 4644
Botha’s Garage in Graaff-Reinet offers breakdown services 049 892-2215 or 083 655 6333.
Tyremart in Graaff-Reinet offers offers tyres, batteries & brake services 049 891 0743 or 082 380 1569.
VILLAGE MAP
Make use of our Village Map to navigate your way around. Free printed copies are available at various establishments.
GENERAL
- Our village has no ATM and no petrol station. It is best to arrive with some cash and a filled tank. Most restaurants accept cards.
- Die Winkel is open daily and is well stocked with fruit & veg, groceries, snacks, toiletries, cold drinks, ice cream, firewood, ice, etc.
- The nearest medical assistance is in Graaff-Reinet, 55km away. Refer to Town Map (and below) for emergency contact numbers.
- We advise making restaurant reservations in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Lock up and do not leave valuables in your car or in front of windows.
- Please do not feed the monkeys who occasionally roam about.
- Please do not teach our children to beg. Rather support them and families in need with food vouchers available at Die Winkel or contact our Ratepayers Association to find out how you can make a contribution – Althea Jesersky 072 496 0252.
Calling all Nieu-Bethesda Enthusiasts!
Friends and fans of our Village should also have a look at the Facebook group “We Love Nieu-Bethesda” – a community where we can come together to share our love for this beautiful town and everything it has to offer.
Join us and engage in conversations with like-minded people who share your passion for this quaint town. Let’s create a vibrant online community that celebrates all things Nieu-Bethesda!
Spread the word and invite your friends and family to join us.
You need a Facebook profile or page to access Facebook Groups. Please note that Membership requests will only be approved when you click to accept the Group Rules.
Join here >> https://www.facebook.com/
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Nieu-Bethesda Police
049 841 1608 / 082 413 5523
Nieu-Bethesda Neighbourhood Watch
060 391 2051
Nieu-Bethesda Clinic
049 841 1650
Midlands Hospital Graaff-Reinet
049 892 2211
Merino Pharmacy Graaff-Reinet
049 892 3366
Dr. Marais GP – Graaff-Reinet
049 892 2171
Dr Laubscher Dentist – Graaff-Reinet
049 892 2416
Dr Larson Veterinarian – Graaff-Reinet
049 892 4783
Camdeboo Veterinary Clinic – Graaff-Reinet
049 891 0900
Botha’s Garage Towing – Graaff-Reinet
049 892 2215 / 083 655 6333
Tyremart Tyres, Batteries & Brakes – Graaff-Reinet
049 891 0743 / 082 380 1569
