ON 27 November, Eseltjiesrus kicks off its 20th anniversary of dedicated service to donkeys. To celebrate this milestone, you are invited to an incredible Book Fair from Thursday 26 November to Sunday 29 November. This is an exciting event for book lovers of all ages, hosted at the sanctuary, just 4km outside McGregor. It will be open daily from 10am to 4pm, so there’s plenty of time to browse.
Explore new and gently used books at unbeatable prices — most are just R30. Don’t miss the chance to find rare and valuable special collection titles, which will be available at slightly higher prices. You never know what literary treasures await you.
This is a perfect opportunity to stock up on books for summer reading, the festive season, holidays, or to find thoughtful gifts for friends and family. Whether you are looking for fiction, travel stories, children’s books, cookbooks, poetry collections, or rare and precious books, you’ll find thousands of new and second-hand books to choose from. New selections will be unpacked daily throughout the event.
A visit to the sanctuary provides a variety of delightful options. You can meet the friendly donkeys, or take a leisurely stroll along Adam’s Walk, a 15-minute meander. Or you can simply relax in the peaceful and tranquil surroundings of Eseltjiesrus. Additionally, you can explore the Donkey Shop, where you’ll find gifts and a selection of wines. For a refreshing break, Andy’s Coffee Shop offers a cosy spot to enjoy a light meal or the famous cheesecake along with your choice of beverage. Eseltjiesrus is the perfect place to spend a few interesting hours with the whole family, away from the hustle and bustle of busy shopping malls, heavy traffic, and stressed-out tempers.
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