In the 'hood, Beaufort West as a destination

Beaufort West lies between the Gamka and Kuils Rivers, just south of a ridge of hills and north of the Nuweveld Mountains in the Central Karoo, where rocks date back some 230 million years. Although for many South Africans, travelling on the N1, it is yet another typical ‘platteland' dorp (town) in which they must stick to the speed limit or risk a fine! This quirky town - the oldest in the ... cont.

7 Nuwe Street, Beaufort West, 6970, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa

Directions to Bakgat Blyplek

From Bloemfontein to Cape Town:
Enter the town over the railway bridge. Pass the Caltex garage and Wimpy restaurant on your left. Go right around the traffic circle (Jail) as if you want to exit the town the way you have entered it. When you see the SPUR restaurant in front of you, exit the traffic circle to your left. Turn left at the Stop street and drive for 20 metres. Bakgat Blyplek is on your left side. Use the intercom at the gate for service.

From Cape Town to Bloemfontein:
Drive right through the town until you see the SPUR restaurant in front of you. Exit the traffic circle to your left. Turn left at the Stop street and drive for 20 metres. Bakgat Blyplek is on your left side. Use the intercom at the gate for service.

Amenities in the area

  • Bank and/or ATM (1 km)
  • Post Office (1.5 km)
  • Train Station (2.5 km)

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