Upcoming Tours

Victoria Yards is one of Joburg’s most exciting multi-purpose developments – a tantalising example of what can be accomplished with a bit of vision and lots of imagination.

Originally built as a steam laundry in 1913, this once-neglected industrial complex has recently enjoyed a metamorphosis to become a delightful complex of artist studios, artisan workshops, quirky restaurants, a community agriculture project, and so much more.

So, come and join the JHF and partners for a fascinating exploration of the Yards precinct and beyond. Guided tours will take place at 09.00 and 14.00 (Wade and Yvonne Venter will be your hosts in the morning, while Boitumelo Moletsane and Lena de Bellis will be handling the afternoon session). Tours depart from the Courtyard in front of the Fish and Chip Shop and will include a foray outside the Yards complex into the wider Lorentzville area.

The incredible JHF Bookseller team, headed by Kathy Munro and Louise Marx, will have a limited selection of selected SA-interest books on offer from 10.00 to 16.00, along with other tantalising titles from @Bookdealers and @jamesfindlaymaps.

Plus, we are teaming up with @delaneyartist who will be displaying his unique, South African-inspired art at his gallery and hosting a conversation between Prof Munro, James Findlay and Doron Locketz from Bookdealers at 11.30 – a real treat for bibliophiles.

In between all this, take the opportunity to explore the Yards’ regular Sunday Market and fill your senses with eclectic cuisine, intoxicating music and all kinds of retail therapy!

It’s a Sunday Funday you won’t forget, so come and explore the Victoria Yards with the JHF.