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Goedverwacht

Goedverwacht

History of Goedverwacht

Goedverwacht, established in 1810, originated on a portion of a cattle farm called Burgershoek, owned by Hendrik Schalk Burger. In his later years, Burger received care from his slave, Christiana Maniesa. He left the farm to Maniesa and her five children, a decision that his own children contested in court. However, the court upheld the will because of its clear terms. After the death of Maniesa’s last child, Moravian missionaries bought the farm, established a mission station, and built a beautiful church in 1846. The village church, parsonage, and water mill all hold the status of national monuments.

Goedverwacht showcases a charming and historic character with its whitewashed thatched homes featuring brightly painted windows and doors. Fruit trees and gardens line the main road, adding to the town’s tranquil and scenic appeal.

The postal code for Goedverwacht is 7323. (Streets) and 7323.(Boxes)

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Things to do and see in Goedverwacht

  • There is a festival held annually by the Goedverwacht Development Forum called the Snoek and Patat Fees.
  • The old water mill – now the Mill Museum, the parsonage as well as the church are all National Monuments
  • Visitors can stock up on fresh locally grown produce at the Mission Store
  • Whitewashed thatched homes with brightly painted windows and doors.
  • August to late September, enjoy the abundant wildflowers and fynbos in full bloom

Useful Numbers

  • Police: Piketberg 0229138800
  • Municipality; Veldrif- 022 783 1112
  • Traffic department: 022 783 1112
  • Fire: 083 272 3714 022 433 8700
  • Water:083 272 4136/35
  • Electricity:022 783 1112
  • Ambulance: 10177
  • Post office; Piketberg 022 913 1200
  • Library:022 9124505
  • Closest hospital; clinic0229124322
  • Pharmacy;Picketberg Clicks 022 913 3197
  • SPCA: west coast 022 289 0998
  • Schools:Goedverwacht Mor Primary School 073 174 4148
  • Museum; Goedverwaght Meul museum 062 132 6042

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