The Wanderers Club, Johannesburg
The Wanderers Club, which is considered the main hub of South African cricket, stands as one of the country's top-notch sporting venues. This club boasts five conference spaces that cater to various capacities, ranging from the expansive Ballroom, capable of hosting 600 individuals, to the more intimate Floral Room, designed for 30 attendees. Additionally, conference participants can also indulge in the picturesque golf course on the premises.
Originating as a cricket club more than a century ago, the Wanderers Club boasts a rich history and has solidified its status as one of South Africa's premier social clubs. Presently, the club grants its members access to a wide range of sports facilities, encompassing basketball, gymnastics, hockey, karate, and more. Those interested in joining a particular sports team can easily do so by getting in touch with the relevant club coordinator.
Since its inception, Wanderers has served as a gathering place for the residents of Johannesburg, where they can unite and celebrate life. Widely regarded as an extension of their own homes, the Club stands as the epicenter of sporting events, recreational activities, and conferences, not just within Johannesburg but throughout South Africa as well.
Originating as a cricket club more than a century ago, the Wanderers Club boasts a rich history and has solidified its status as one of South Africa's premier social clubs. Presently, the club grants its members access to a wide range of sports facilities, encompassing basketball, gymnastics, hockey, karate, and more. Those interested in joining a particular sports team can easily do so by getting in touch with the relevant club coordinator.
Since its inception, Wanderers has served as a gathering place for the residents of Johannesburg, where they can unite and celebrate life. Widely regarded as an extension of their own homes, the Club stands as the epicenter of sporting events, recreational activities, and conferences, not just within Johannesburg but throughout South Africa as well.
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Sight Name: The Wanderers Club
Sight Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (See walking tours in Johannesburg)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (See walking tours in Johannesburg)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Walking Tours in Johannesburg, South Africa
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.7 Km or 0.4 Miles
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Johannesburg Introduction Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
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