Why families love Redberry Farm
Redberry Farm, just outside George, is one of the Garden Route's best-known family attractions. It combines a working strawberry farm with country-style activities, a farm stall, shops and eateries, so a quick visit easily turns into a relaxed half-day out beneath the Outeniqua mountains.
There is no entrance fee to enter the farm. You pay per activity, booking is not required, and tickets are sold at the Farm Stall — which makes it an easy, budget-friendly outing for families living in or visiting George.
Pick your own strawberries — all year round
The highlight for most children is the picking field. Redberry Farm says strawberries are available 365 days a year: even out of season there are berries to pick or to buy at the Farm Stall.
Each person entering the picking field must have their own picking container, so plan one per child. Bring hats and sunscreen on sunny days and wipe-able shoes after rain.
Activities for little ones and big kids
Please note that pets are not allowed on the farm, so leave the dog at home.
- Redberry Express train ride around the farm
- The maze — a firm favourite for energetic children
- A trip up the Giant Strawberry for a view over the farm
- Shops and the Farm Stall for strawberry treats and gifts
- Artisanal eateries and the tea garden, famous for scones with cream and strawberry jam
Birthdays, specials and special occasions
Celebrating a birthday? Redberry Farm offers birthday freebies — a small pick-your-own container, a Redberry Express ticket and a choice of a free maze ticket or a trip up the Giant Strawberry. Bring an ID or birth certificate; terms and conditions apply.
The farm also runs weekday specials (such as a Tuesday pensioners' scone special and a Thursday croissant breakfast, not available during school or public holidays), and hosts kids' birthday parties, school tours, functions and self-catering accommodation. Check redberryfarm.co.za for current prices and times before you go.
Family life in George — and buying your home here
Attractions like Redberry Farm are part of why so many families relocate to George: outdoor, affordable weekend activities, good schools and a slower pace of life. If you are planning a move, Gateway's local bond originators can help you get pre-approved and compare home loan offers from multiple South African banks before you start house hunting.
