Since the opening of the new research centre at Haarwegskloof the place has been humming with activity, from students to researchers to guests from South Africa and beyond. The place has been packed to capacity through the busy peak spring season and it became clear that we needed more space to accommodate everybody. We are delighted to say that a generous donor came forward and work is well under way to convert the adjacent barn into cosy guest/student accommodation.

This beautiful old building is built from ‘cobb’ or raw bricks of clay and straw. Mendel Lakey Bouers, the excellent builders who effected the conversion of the Haarwegskloof main farmhouse, are the team directing the new barn conversion and work is continuing apace. We look forward to completion of the build over the next few months and to welcoming more visitors to the beautiful Haarwegskloof Renosterveld reserve.