Cradock Attractions
The little country town of Cradock was originally a military base, established in 1813 and named after the then governor, Sir John Cradock. Its situation on the banks of the Great Fish River attracted many farmers, and the settlement soon developed into the center of an intensively cultivated agricultural area. It received its charter as a town in 1837. There are a variety of leisure facilities (a swimming pool, a camping site, holiday houses, etc.) round the Karoo Sulfur Springs.
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Mountain Zebra National Park
Mountain Zebra National Park, established originally to protect the mountain zebra, is interesting not only for its animals and beautiful scenery, but also for archeological discoveries in the area.
Cradock Church
In the center of Cradock is a Dutch Reformed church (1867) modeled on London's St Martin-in-the-Fields.
Great Fish River Museum
The Great Fish River Museum, housed in a former parsonage c1825, illustrates the history of Cradock's settlement in the 19th C with a varied collection of material, including furniture and domestic equipment.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 12:00 | |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Van Riebeeck Karoo Garden
In addition to succulents and various kinds of shrubs, the flora in the Van Riebeeck Karoo Garden includes wild pomegranate trees.
