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The Johannesburg suburb of Forest Town is situated just to the North of Johannesburg's old central business district and is alongside the M1 highway. Bordered on Forest Town's western side by Jan Smuts Avenue, the suburb is just a stone's throw from the Johannesburg General Hospital and the College of Education. Forest Town is home to the Forest Town School for Cerebral Palsied Children. The su ...
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 Johannesburg Zoo: less than 5 km
 Northwards: less than 5 km
The house was designed in 1904 for John and Jose Dale Lace. In January 1901 Dale Lace commanded the Johannesburg Mounted Rifles. In 1911 Northwards was bought by George Albu (later Sir) founder of General Mining group. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
Victorian Parktown home with a fine collection of Art Nouveau. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
North Lodge: less than 5 km
Built in 1905 for Henry S Wilson, a produce merchant. Known as the “Oats King, Wilson built North Lodge on the profits from supplying the British army with fodder for its horses. In the fodder came the seeds of invader species - blackjack, khakibos, gallant soldier and cosmos. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
The View: less than 5 km
The View in Ridge Road is the oldest house in Johannesburg. For more info visit PARKTOWN HERITAGE
Hazeldene Hall: less than 5 km
Hazeldene Hall was built in 1902 for coal magnate Charles Jerome. The Hall provides is the ideal venue for weddings, conferences, wine tastings, dinners and photographic shoots. For more info visit Hazeldene Hall> The Wilds: less than 5 km
Car parking is available on the corner of Houghton Drive and St. Patricks (at the entrance to St Johns School). Dogs are allowed provided that they are kept on leashes.
 Civic Theatre: less than 5 km
South African Ballet Theatre: less than 5 km
The Fort: less than 5 km
The history of the site goes back to 1893, when President Paul Kruger built a prison in Hillbrow. Later, in 1896, the prison was converted into a fort, carving ramparts from the ridge. For more info: The Johannesburg Fort
 Parkview Golf Club: less than 5 km
Holes: 18
Par: M 72, W 72
Tel: 011 646 5725/5400
Cnr Wicklow & Emmarentia Avenue, Parkview
Friedenskirche: less than 5 km
The English translation of Friedenskirche is "Church of Peace".
The Friedenskirche Congregation was established as a Geman Evangelical Lutheran congregation in 1888.
Church office hours: Every day from 13:00 - 15:00
Address: 30 Edith Cavell St, Hillbrow
 Rosebank African Craft Market: less than 5 km
Market Theater Laboratory: less than 5 km
Market Theatre: less than 5 km
Killarney Golf Club: less than 5 km
Holes: 18
Par: M 70, W 71
Tel: 011 442 3880
60 Fifth Street, Lower Houghton
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Forest Cottage B&B in Forest Town, Gauteng
Nestled in the leafy suburb of Forest Town, in a quiet and secure cul-de-sac with 24 hour security guards. Friendly and warm comfort offered by Annie and Chris Challis - this is your home away from home. |
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A Forest Loft in Forest Town, Gauteng
Welcome to A Forest Loft, a luxury private bed & breakfast guest house located in the urban forest of Johannesburg, the city of gold. The personal service will be evident from arrival to departure. |
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Forest Town Guest Cottages in Forest Town, Gauteng
Forest Town Guest Cottages are self-catering two-bedroom units that are well equipped to suit both the business traveller and tourist.It is located in the suburb of Forest Town, close to the business hub of Johannesburg with easy access to main... |
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