Friday 19 March · 18:00
Welcome Drinks
Arriving the day before? Join us and our families for a glass of something cold on the Tasting Room terrace. No speeches, no schedule — just a chance to say hello before the big day.
Smart casual
Thursday, 26 August 2027
The order of the day
At Mavuluma SDA Church, Katima Mulilo. Times are approximate — the vows are not.
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15:15
Guests arrive
Lemonade and rooibos iced tea under the oaks while the string quartet plays.
Oak Avenue
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16:00
until 16:40
The ceremony
We say "I do" in the Oak Garden. Phones away, hearts open.
Oak Garden
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16:45
Confetti & congratulations
Fynbos petals provided — throw generously.
Oak Garden
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17:00
Canapés & photographs
Bubbles and canapés on the lawn while we steal a few family portraits.
Front Lawn
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18:00
Reception doors open
Find your table — your name is waiting for you.
Barrel Hall
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18:30
Dinner is served
A three-course harvest dinner from the estate kitchen.
Barrel Hall
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20:00
Speeches & toasts
Tissues recommended for the father-of-the-bride portion.
Barrel Hall
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20:45
First dance
Barrel Hall
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21:00
The dance floor opens
Our DJ has the request list. Abba is non-negotiable.
Barrel Hall
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22:30
Late-night bites
Boerewors rolls and vetkoek for the dancers.
The Courtyard
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00:00
Sparkler send-off
Shuttles depart for the village and hotels at 00:15.
Oak Avenue
Around the wedding
Also on the weekend
Saturday 20 March · 16:00
The Ceremony
In the Oak Garden, beneath the trees. Please be seated by 15:45.
Garden formal
Saturday 20 March · 18:00
The Reception
Dinner, speeches and dancing in the candlelit Barrel Hall until midnight.
Garden formal
Sunday 21 March · 10:00
Farewell Brunch
Coffee, pastries and a slow goodbye in the Orangery for everyone still in the valley.
Relaxed