Longmead B & B

Grahamstown Information

Grahamstown is known by many descriptive names, such as the 'Settler's City' in memory of the huge part it played when it was still a frontier town. Also the 'City of Saints' because of the several churches in the town, the 'City of Schools' as it is renowned for its many well known schools and University. Grahamstown has a rich history and therefore many historical attractions can be visited. Probably the most well-known is the 1820 Settler's National Monument. Other places of interest are listed below! We hope you enjoy our lovely little town of Grahamstown. Please select the blue links below to view for further information!

Places to Visit

     History Museum
Cory Library For Historical Research
The Provost Prison
National English Literary Museum
International Library Of African Music
Alicedale
Observatory Museum

Weather of Grahamstown

Please select the link to view the prevailing Grahamstown weather conditions for your trip! 

Weather: Grahamstown

Things to Do

·        Nature Trails

·        National Arts Festival: June/July Annually

·        Science Festival: April/May Annually

·        Addo Elephant National Park

·        Private Game Reserves

·        Birding

·        Rock Climbing

·        Horse Trails, and much much more!

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