Peruse through the former home of John Gately, an Irish Immigrant who was one of the founders of the municipal council and voted Mayor of East London a number of times. The East London museum attained his house in 1966 and by 1973 it became a National Monument. The House was built in 1876 and is situated alongside Queens Park is a stunning garden. This beautiful home is one storey and has verandas on three sides of the building. When you visit, you can really appreciate this humble Victorian home and admire the outstanding pieces of furniture within.

You can browse around and see what the town and surrounds have to offer. Here you can find Accommodation, local Restaurants and Businesses, Outdoor Activities and Information on our area - Enjoy the beauty and unique character of this part of the Western Cape. Malmesbury offers visitors diverse sporting activities, mountain bike trails, 4x4 routes, hiking trails and the shady 9-hole golf course offering players a spectacular view of Table Mountain. Discover the true gift of nature in our award-winning Swartland wines, whilst enjoying a tantalizing meal at one of our restaurants.

The picturesque town of Wellington is a scenic 45-minute drive from Cape Town, 15-minutes’ from neighbouring Paarl and 30 minutes’ scenic drive through the Winelands, to Historic Stellenbosch. Wellington’s agricultural economy is centered on its award-winning wines, table grapes, deciduous fruit and fine brandy, and it is also home to South Africa’s sole whisky producer. The Region is renowned for beautiful Cape Dutch homesteads, picturesque environment, gardens and wineries.