King Dinuzulu and the Old Prison
Completed in 1905 “His Majesty’s Goal, Newcastle”, was at the time considered “the most up-to-date institution” of its kind in … Read More
Soofi Mosque
“The first Muslim traders came to Ladysmith in 1885. Showing honesty and courtesy as businessmen they were firm in their … Read More
Tchrengula
At daybreak on Monday 30th October 1899 Col. Carelton’s column, supposedly on their way to Nicholson’s Nek, found themselves on … Read More
The Uys House
This is one of the oldest buildings in KwaZulu Natal north of the Tugela River and dates back to 1856. … Read More
Maharaj House
This typical colonial Victorian house in Lennoxton was the family home Mac Maharaj, who was a founder member of the … Read More
Rifle Brigade Monument at Surprise Hill
“On the night of 10/11 December 1899 Digby-Jones RE VC blew up a Boer 4.7 inch Howitzer during a night … Read More
Dundee Dutch Reform Church
Anton von Wouw memorial tablet can be found at the Dutch reformed Moederkerk to commemorate the Boers who died at … Read More
Utrecht Old Residency
The old Residency erected in 1892 is a National Monument.
Ladysmith Town Hall
“In 1891 the Ladysmith Town Council requested proposals for a new town hall. The selected design by Robert Walker observed … Read More
Rietfontein
RIETFONTEIN MONDAY 23RD OCTOBER 1899 Gen White aware that Gen. Yule and his army were in full retreat from Dundee … Read More
Betania Church
The church was used as a hospital during and after the battle of Talana. Soldiers who died were buried at … Read More


