The story has it that Pretorius’ Commando stopped here on its way to Blood River and a Dance was held to cheer their spirits.
This site is on private property and is difficult to find. There is no on site information and the use of a Guide is recommended to enhance the experience of the site.
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12-28 February 1900 In a massive combined operation General Buller’s troops fought numerous battles on the south bank of the Thukela River: Cingolo Hill, Monte Cristo, Green Hill, Hlangwane – followed by a series of operations on the north bank…
The Cross shaped Memorial in honour of British Soldiers who died during battles around Volksrust, and Amersfoort areas is in a park on the north side of town on the west side of the N11 just as one leaves the…
Acclaimed as one of the best Anglo Boer War museums in South Africa, its displays on the famous Siege and Relief of Ladysmith have thrilled countless Boer War enthusiasts. Built in 1884 as a market house, it served as a…
8th February 1881 Having repulsed the British forces at Laing’s Nek the Transvaal Burghers then started to harass the British lines of communication between Newcastle and their camp at Mt. Prospect. Expecting a re-supply convoy from Newcastle on the 8th…
10 June 1906 Scene of the battle that broke the back of Rebellion. 575 rebels and 3 colonial soldiers killed. No signage, very remote, not suitable for vehicles with limited ground clearance. Visit only with a tourist guide and tribal…
In the Volksrust town square adjacent to the municipal buildings is a Memorial Statue and wall of Remembrance for the Boer women and children that died in the Volksrust Concentration Camp. This is a very beautiful and emotive monument. Nearby…
