Midlands Meander

02/06/2026

🧺 Handcrafted with skill, creativity, and determination.

Meet Siyaphambili Disabled Basket Weavers, one of the Midlands Meander’s Emerging Artist projects. Since 1999, this talented co-operative has been creating beautiful handwoven baskets, lampshades, baby cribs, home décor, and more, transforming traditional weaving skills into sustainable livelihoods.

Each piece is handmade and tells a story of resilience, empowerment, and craftsmanship. By supporting these artisans, you’re helping to preserve local skills and support families within our Midlands communities.

Their work can be viewed and purchased at the Woza Woza Mpofana Tourism Centre in Mooi River.

📞 To arrange a visit, please contact:
☎️ 033 330 8095
📱 072 454 7718

02/06/2026

☕ Join us for our next Midlands Meander Coffee & Connect!

📅 Thursday, 25 June 2026
📍 St Ives
🕙 10:00

Momentum: Unlocking the Power of Destination Marketing & MMA Membership

Discover how destination marketing helps grow tourism, strengthen local businesses, and create a thriving Midlands community. Learn why collaboration through the Midlands Meander Association is so important in attracting visitors and increasing exposure for your business.

We’ll also be sharing valuable insights on how to maximise your MMA membership, make use of platforms like the MMA App, and unlock the full benefits available to members.

Connect, collaborate, and grow with us over coffee!

✅ Free for MMA Members
🎟️ R80 for Non-Members

Your entrance fee includes delicious Terbodore coffee – the perfect companion for a morning of connection, collaboration, and inspiration.

Plus, stay for lunch at the afterwards and enjoy their special: R275 for 2 burgers & chips and 2 drinks, while enjoying the beautiful dam views.

We’d love to see you there! ☕🌿

02/06/2026

🗺️ Your Guide to the Midlands Meander

Planning your next Midlands adventure? Stop in at our Information Office at Linga Lapa in Nottingham Road and pick up your copy of the latest Midlands Meander Guide.

Just like this wonderful group, who make a point of stopping by every year during their annual visit to collect the newest guide, you can stay up to date with all the latest experiences the Midlands has to offer.

Packed with accommodation, activities, arts and crafts, shopping, hiking trails, foodie finds, family attractions, and more, it’s the perfect companion for exploring the region. With five easy-to-follow self-drive routes, discovering your next stop has never been easier.

Whether you’re visiting for a day, a weekend, or longer, let the Midlands Meander Guide help you uncover the very best of our beautiful region.

See you on the Meander! 🌿✨

01/06/2026

Little pieces of deliciousness, crafted with care, passion and only the finest ingredients. 🍫✨

In a world increasingly filled with highly processed foods, offers something truly special — authentic Belgian couverture chocolate made with premium cocoa beans, pure cocoa butter and absolutely no palm oil or vegetable fats.

For 17 years, this much-loved Midlands destination has been creating sweet memories, handcrafting every bonbon, truffle and chocolate experience with dedication to quality and flavour. From classic favourites to adventurous creations, every bite reflects years of expertise and a genuine love for the art of chocolate making.

Whether you’re treating yourself to a decadent Belgian waffle, exploring their famous Chocolate Dipping Experience, or selecting the perfect gift for someone special, Chocolate Heaven reminds us that the best indulgences are made with care.

A treat your taste buds will love — and one your body will appreciate too.

01/06/2026

A bit of information on one of the Midlands Meander Association's Founding Members, Andy and Helen Shuttleworth.

Today, Shuttleworth Weaving is proudly run by the next generation, Rob and Julia Shuttleworth, who continue to produce one-of-a-kind handwoven rugs, throws and textiles from their workshop deep in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. Their commitment to quality, traditional weaving techniques and thoughtful design ensures that every piece reflects the family's rich heritage while carrying it forward into a new era.

Shuttleworth Weaving started in the 1980s.

Andy Shuttleworth remembers, "we got the hell in with formal employment. I was especially tired of wearing a safari suit. We decided to buy somewhere to live that was far enough away from town that we couldn’t commute”. That’s how they landed up in Fort Nottingham living in a caravan beneath the forest and earning their isiZulu name ‘amathendweni’- the tent people.

Helen and Andy quickly earned a reputation for exceptional quality handwoven cushions and carpets, never wavering from their intention to create original craft from the best materials available. Today, internationally renowned Shuttleworth Weaving epitomises the spirit of true craftmanship, voluntary simplicity, authenticity and ethical living.

Do you remember visiting Andy and Helen back in the days when this photo was taken?

01/06/2026

Clement Manyathela hosts Tegan Peacock, the Manager of the Midlands Meander Association to understand the work of the association in selling the Midlands as a tourist destination.

The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time).

Clement Manyathela hosts Tegan Peacock, the Manager of the Midlands Meander Association to understand the work of the association in selling the Midlands as ...

29/05/2026

So much happening across the Midlands this weekend and into the week ahead ✨

Please support our artists, foodies and musos at Art in the Country this weekend at Harrington House in Hilton. 🎨🍷🎶

For the thrifty ladies — tomorrow’s Karkloof Market may just be for you 👗👜

There’s also plenty of live music happening at venues across the Meander, so keep an eye on the individual posters for all the details.

See you on the Meander 🌿

29/05/2026

Mics rolling, Midlands magic happening ☕️🎙️
This morning at , Midlands Meander Manager Tegan Peacock joined Radio 702 to chat about what makes the Midlands Meander pop — our local community, creative spaces, and the future vision for the route.
Justin from and other local stakeholders also joined the conversation.

Big love to KZN Tourism and Film for bringing this awesome opportunity to our area. Catch it live before 12pm ✨