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REAL PUB EXPERIENCE: The pub at the Pig and Whistle is snug and cosy and frequented by many in the village where they can socialise and share the news. From left are Bukie Zweni, Lucille Came, Gavin Came and Kriston Montgomery Picture: ROB KNOWLES

A decade to celebrate at the Pig

At just over 189 years old, The Historic Pig and Whistle Inn ranks as one of the oldest pubs in Africa, and this year the current owners, Gavin and Lucille Came, are celebrating 10 years as owners of this historic landmark. Designated a…

NO SHOW: Like most other events in the area, the 2020 Bathurst Agricultural Show, one of the most prestigious shows of its kind in the country, was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. and businesses in the area were closed with no hope of recovering lost income

An initiative to help save our favourite Bathurst entertainment spots

Save my Spot is an initiative of the Bathurst Development Trust and was born out of the realisation that without some cash flow many restaurants, pubs, hotels, hairdressers and other locked-down businesses that employ and uplift a great…

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Bathurst’s Pig and Whistle celebrates 188th birthday

Known as South Africa’s oldest licensed pub, the Pig and Whistle in Bathurst was chock-a-block when it celebrated its 188th birthday last Friday night, with live music by Charl Francis. Later in the evening all patrons were treated to…

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Enjoying Oktoberfest at the Pig

Locals and visitors enjoyed the Oktoberfest vibe in the garden at the Pig and Whistle Hotel this afternoon. Harry Lloyd entertained with live music, and there was a special Oktoberfest menu.

Musical gifts for Bathurst township school

Once again the Pigs for People initiative run by the Historic Pig and Whistle Inn, and facilitated by front of house manager Natalie Brighton, was proud to be able to assist with a community upliftment project in the village. This time…

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Great vibes from Centrefold

Centrefold from Port Elizabeth, featuring Clive Williams and Robbie Hop-hing, performed at the Kenny’s Christmas party on Sunday. They will be at other local venues over the holidays, including the Pig and Whistle in Bathurst on December…

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Showing some belly at the Pig

Belly-dancers from Fella’s Dance School performing at the Christmas in July celebrations at the Pig and Whistle tonight. Festivities continue tomorrow (Saturday) with a craft market during the day, then a four course Christmas gala…

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Christmas in July starts at the Pig and Whistle

Talented youngsters from Nolukhanyo township in Bathurst performed a gumboot dance at the Christmas in July festivities at the Pig and Whistle tonight. There were also carols, belly-dancers and traditional singers.