emily hobhouse, 1913
Opening Times
the story of Emily is open from 9am till 5pm, Thursday to Sunday. The Rectory and War Rooms are open from 10am.
admission
Reserve a time slot in advance, then pay on arrival to get access to the full site, including the Rectory, Restaurant and War Rooms.
Reserve your slot
The Rectory
Explore the Victorian world of the Hobhouse family set in 1875. In this restored old home, where Emily lived from her birth until she was 34 years old, you can step back in time.
The War Rooms
Here a short overview of the Anglo Boer War is given. The extraordinary impact Emily had on the events of the war is honoured. You will experience installations, animations, films, virtual reality, and see décor, historical pictures, and original artefacts.
emily hobhouse, 1913
The restaurant
We serve traditional South African food and wine with a lighter, healthier touch. Taste a piece of history while enjoying the view of our kitchen garden.