What's on at Babylonstoren in August?

Friday, 24 July, 2026

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With weekend brunches, restorative spa experiences, seasonal workshops and more, make the most of winter on the Babylonstoren farm.

This August, Babylonstoren invites visitors to make the most of winter on Babylonstoren – from a short and sweet blood orange season to abundant weekend brunches, restorative spa experiences, Soetmelksvlei outings, seasonal workshops, and winter accommodation offers at both Babylonstoren Farm Hotel and BLOU in Keurbooms.

Winter’s most welcome blush

Blood orange season is short, spectacular and not to be missed. Babylonstoren’s bumper harvest has been picked and carefully rested in cold rooms, allowing the flesh to deepen to its signature ruby red.

On Sunday 2 August, visitors are invited to celebrate Blood Orange Day on the farm. Tasting stations and activities will be dotted around the garden and Farm Shops, with blood oranges served fresh, squeezed, preserved, baked, churned into gelato and swirled into seasonal treats.

For those who would like to enjoy the harvest at home, blood orange abundance boxes are available from the Farm Shop and online.

The Boland’s best brunch

Until the end of August, Babylonstoren’s Greenhouse Restaurant is serving an abundant winter brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Guests are invited to gather family and friends around a generous harvest table filled with produce from the gardens, orchards and bakery, followed by a choice of two hot breakfasts served with tea or coffee. Should the winter rain arrive, wood-burning stoves and wholesome farm fare will keep guests cosy.

After brunch, wander the gardens, farm pathways and seasonal displays at leisure. Children under eight dine free. Online booking is essential.

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The conversation starter

Our Babel red blend was made for sharing. Anchored by Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, this full-bodied red comes into its own with long fireside chats and around the table, paired with a robust meal. To add warmth to the winter chill, Babel red blend is available at a reduced price throughout August.

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Raise a glass

The 2026 National Wine Challenge Special Awards once again celebrated the quality and versatility of Babylonstoren’s cellar. Shiraz 2023 was named Grand Cru National Champion – Best in Class, while Nebukadnesar 2023, Shiraz 2023 and Sprankel 2020 each received Top 100 and Double Platinum awards.

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Embrace a gentler pace at Soetmelksvlei

Soetmelksvlei has reopened after its annual break and is welcoming visitors back to its growing animal family, traditional crafts, hands-on activities and hearty home-cooked fare.

Guests can enjoy a farmhouse breakfast or long lunch at the Old Stables Restaurant before spending the day exploring the many layers of late 19th-century farm life – a time when daily necessities were made by hand and heavy work was done with the help of four-hoofed friends. Except for Faff and Tjokkie, the miniature donkeys, who are back in training for rugby season.

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Last of the leisurely giveaways

Fresh from being recognised among the world's leading hotels in the 2026 La Liste Top 1000 Hotels ranking, there's even more reason to linger a little longer at Babylonstoren this winter.

Until the end of August, stay four nights at Babylonstoren Farm Hotel and pay for three. Or, stay two nights and receive a dinner at Babel Restaurant or a 30-minute spa treatment on us. Offers valid until 31 August.

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At our coastal sister estate, BLOU in Keurbooms, guests who stay for three nights receive a complimentary night to catch up on their dolphin-spotting or to do precious little.

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Honeymoon alert: experience both – the charms of a Boland farm stay and the barefoot luxury of a coastal retreat – with our Berg to Beach package: two nights at Babylonstoren and three nights at BLOU equals five days of deep restoration.

Stretch, breathe and reset

Whether it’s quality me-time or a break with your wellness besties you’re after, join us for a morning or afternoon session of mindful stretching and breathwork on the farm. Pop in for a session only, pair it with a mood-boosting breakfast, or make a day of it with our Stretch, Indulge and Spa offer.

Flowers for the eating

The garden is stirring from the ground up. Sorrel, garden cress, fennel, nettles and herbs are flourishing, with dandelions and nasturtiums adding bright pops of colour and flavour. We’re harvesting basketfuls of waterblommetjies from our ponds, while our tunnels bring crisp peas, long-stem broccoli, golden turmeric and juicy heirloom tomatoes.

This month is your last chance to see master pomologist Anton Roux’s extraordinary arbour art in the Puff Adder walkway. These living tree sculptures offer a glimpse of horticultural artistry that few ever get to experience.

BabylonSTORIES celebrate citrus

The August episode of BabylonSTORIES steps back in time at Soetmelksvlei, where Medwin Dombass, assistant activities manager, shares the rituals and realities of portraying farm life in 1897. Listeners can expect thoughtful reflections, a few curious animal cameos and a closer look at the layers of late 19th-century farm life.

BabylonSTORIES vodcast is available on the Babylonstoren App, YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts, with a new episode released every mid-month.

A year of garden membership

There’s still time to get your Garden Membership at the current rate. From 1 September 2026, adult farm entry will be R190, while children continue to enjoy free access. Join online by 31 August to secure your 12-month Garden Membership at the current rate.

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Workshops in August

Babylonstoren’s August workshop programme invites visitors to explore a new interest or refine an existing skill, guided by the farm’s team of experts.