Goodwood is a suburb situated between the northern and southern suburbs of Cape Town, South Africa. It is 10 kilometres from the city centre and accessible from the N1, N7 and N2 highways.
The town was established in 1905 and named after Goodwood Racecourse in England as the founders intended to make it a racing centre. A course was actually constructed, but after only one meeting it was abandoned.
The first railway station was built in 1905, and today there are three within the municipal area: Goodwood, Vasco and Elsies River. These all lie on the Cape Town-Johannesburg main line.
Coordinates: 33,5440 18,3302
Oostenberg
The Oostenberg town of Kuilsriver is nestled between the City of Bellville and Somerset West, just 10 minutes drive away from Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands.
Kuilsriver has a typical mediterranean climate, warm summers and mild wet winters with very little wind. It can be said to be the gateway to the wineroute, surrounded by golf courses, good dining facilities, centrally situated for a trip to ocean, N1 city, Century City, the Cape Town Waterfront, Table Mountain or even as a starting point for a trip around the Penninsula and situated just 15min away from Cape Town International Airport.
Kuilsriver is a clean, safe, well policed town, with a good rail and road transportation system, good schools which include the famous Jan Kriel School for epileptics and childern with learning disabilities.
Coordinates: 33,5440 18,3302
Tygervalley
Surrounded by majestic mountains, city and partial sea views, wine estates, major corporations and a Mecca of shopping opportunity, Tygervalley is a dream location from where to access the spectacular array of sight and sounds of the Western Cape.
Tygervalley’s variety of accommodation includes beautiful guest houses, quaint bed and breakfast, up-market lodges and hotels as well as splendid self-catering apartment units which are ideal for family getaways. Within minutes from the lodgings you will find a plethora of restaurants, fast food outlets, bars and entertainment as well as marvellous modern amenities and shopping centres such as the Tygervalley Centre, Tyger Waterfront development and Willow Bridge. Tygervalley boasts various sporting venues, top-class golf courses, a horse racing track in the nearby Durbanville area, and a nature reserve.
From Tygervalley you can discover the Cape in all of its splendour; from wine tasting at the scenic wine estates in the Durbanville Hills and along the Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek wine route, to the sparkling powder beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton, it is just one big adventure after the other. Popular attractions not to be missed include a cable car ride to the summit of Table Mountain offering breathtaking vistas of the Cape Peninsula, a trip to the famous Robben Island and Castle of Good Hope and a visit to the fascinating Two Oceans Aquarium at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Hike and mountain bike the trails in the Tygerberg Nature Reserve, abseil the cliffs of Table Mountain or partake in exciting water sport adventures. Thrill seekers will scream with delight at the enthralling encounters waiting at Century City’s Ratanga Junction Theme Park whilst the Grand West Casino and Entertainment World is guaranteed to entertain the entire family.
Tygervalley’s charming countryside atmosphere, outstanding facilities and excellent central position make for it to be a prime vacation location while visiting the fairest Cape.
