David Rawdon, one of the South African hospitality industry pioneers, sadly passed away earlier this month.

David was actively involved in starting a number of South Africa’s most famous hotels including Rawdon’s Country House – in the Midlands – Lanzerac Hotel, the Matjiesfontein Village (including the iconic Lord Milner Hotel) and our very own Marine Hotel in Hermanus.

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Those who knew David will attest to the fact that he was an extraordinary individual whose life, of 85 years, was full of phenomenal accomplishments and visionary ideas.

The Guitars in Concert – which aims to raise funds for Place of Hope, a charity supported by The Plettenberg – will be taking place on the 28th of August 2010 (tomorrow). Time:            7pm Place:           St. Peters Anglican Hall, Plettenberg Bay Price:            R80 (includes a bowl of soup, a roll and a drink) This local [...]

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From now until the 31st of October 2010 you can enjoy two courses, at The Conservatory over lunch, for R160 and three courses – and a carafe of Constantia Valley wine – for R190 per person*. The Conservatory is a new addition to the exceptional Cellars-Hohenort culinary offering. Situated in the old Greenhouse space, and [...]

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