ater, it became a butcher's shop. Then, during World War II, it was turned into a recreation room for Royal Navy sailors on leave from Simon's Town. After the War, it served as the Village Hall.

The hospitable barman, Abraham, tell these tales while tourists and visitors enjoy country pub lunches and snacks, which are served all day. One of the chefs' main specialities, is our famous Karoo Lamb Curry. Today, sheep form the biggest part of our agricultural livestock, having a distinctive flavour due to the fragrant herbs from the Karoo on which the sheep feed. They are well suited to the Karoo which is South Africa's main sheep farming region.

The pub is full of the warmth and gaiety of a Victorian country pub. Personal and hospitable service is offered by the friendly waitresses in conventional attire, whom are also residence of the village.

The massive mirrored bar and counter, 1902 cash register and Pierre Nola piano give a very authentic impression - made all the more surprising by its location.

he Laird's Arms is open from 10 am. till late