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The Boknes Padstal Christmas Market drew scores of patrons – many of them visitors – to its  stalls on Wednesday December 20. The market which operates every quarter, might have been in existence  for only 16 months but, according to coordinator, Trudie Botha, by all accounts is doing a roaring trade. Among the offerings for interested patrons were collector's knives, hand-crafted jewellery and accessory items, sweets, biscuits, Indian delicacies, clothes and leather products.  Compared to other periods, December is always busier because of the festive season crowds, said Botha. However, organisers have been pleasantly surprised as to how brisk trade has been during other parts of the year.  The market had its humble beginnings in an idea by...

The Boknes Woody Cape Cycle Challenge's reputation has grown since its modest 2022 beginnings and organisers anticipate between 300 and 400 entries for this year’s event on Saturday December 27. The start time is 6am for the 54km route and 6.30am for the 10km route. The routes remain the same as in previous years, with a challenging 54km circular gravel route from Boknes via Woody Cape and Alexandria, returning to Boknes. This year, cyclists will ride the 54km route clockwise, starting along the coastal road to enjoy its scenic views, then passing through the Woody Cape Wilderness before returning via Alexandria. This route consists entirely of gravel roads with no single tracks or jeep tracks (apart...