Kensington – A Walk Through Living History

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What Fun Seekers are saying about this Meetup:

"Thanks for a very relaxing and informative morning" SylviaV (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/85921742/)

"Thanks for a great morning walk" Gordon Berrington (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/193297934/)

"Lovely weather, super group and the walk just a whole lot of fun" Debbie van der Bilt (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/38805982/)

"What a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Thoroughly enjoyed the walk and had fun trying out bowls afterwards" Clare (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/163867232/)

"It was a bit more strenuous than expected, but great to get out into the sun and fresh air. Lovely views of old Joburg and the CBD" Bev Hermanson (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/120328752/)

"Thanks, Tony, Jan and everyone involved - twas an excellent walk with lots of great humour" Julia (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/119717552/)

"Such a fun way to spend a Sunday morning! Great views, new experience and nice to meet new people. Thanks Tony and Jan" Steve Van Rooyen (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/142996802/)

"Thank you for an informative and interesting trot through Kensington. We are poooooped after that hill climb. Despite that we had a fantastic morning. :-)" Deon Van Wyk (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/161319332/)

"Enjoyed it a lot - thanks Tony and Jan, will join for another hike in the future" Bernadette (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/143107362/)

"Lovely yo be out in the fresh air and sun, getting a bit of exercise and meeting new people" K (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/126963472/)

"Cold day but I soon warmed up with the walk. Legs are killing me but I really enjoyed the day out" Alison (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/130744722/)

"Great" Irene Plantagie (https://www.meetup.com/FunSeekers-Johannesburg/members/102749962/)

Rich in reminders of past architectural and cultural achievements. Take a stimulating walk amongst past grandeur in this leafy suburb and immerse yourself in a 100 year old historical, cosmopolitan community.

Distance: 5K - a pleasant route (a steep climb or two) with great views and heritage sites.

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5K Walk:

• Kensington Bowling Club – the oldest bowling club in Johannesburg established in 1914 (101 years young this year!!)

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• Dix House – Tibetan Buddhist Centre - Built in 1904-1906 by C.W. Dix.

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• No 12 Somerset Road - one of the oldest houses in Kensingtom built by George Cooper in 1902.

• Jeppe High School for Boys - Built in 1909. Named after Sir Julius Jeppe. P.M. Jan Smuts unveiled the World War I Monument at the School.

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