A Walk In Kensington Johannesburg and Brunch

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Intro – A Walk In Kensington – 2023 Jan 29
The Route – A Walk In Kensington – 2023 Jan 29
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Intro – A Walk In Kensington – 2023 Jan 29

We had a group of fit and friendly people in our walk and nobody was left behind. There was a treat at Jeppe Boys as the pipe band was practicing.

We were very fortunate being able to visit the amazing school foyer – a bit of England in Johannesburg.

A Walk In Kensington Johannesburg and Brunch – 2023 Jan 29

Kensington is a lovely residential area and it offers good prospects for property investment. It was encouraging seeing property owners taking good care of their properties and one sees some really beautiful, refurbished residences as one walks through Kensington.

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Alex Hajib is visiting from Germany. Years ago Alex did many hikes with us at Hennops and at Klipriviersberg whilst he was on a sabbatical at Pretoria University. It was absolutely fantastic being with Alex once again.

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A big THANK YOU to Isabela Pingle, Property Specialist from Kensington Heritage for the very nice Heritage Maps which were distributed free of charge.

A big THANK YOU to MURPHY NO CRIME who patiently drove around alongside the Group to ensure the Group’s safety. One cannot thank Murphy enough for everything he does to keep Kensington safe. You are welcome to reach Murphy on WhatsApp: 072 662 7463.

Thank you to Charlotte Dreyer Van Vuuren for announcing this event on We Love Kensington and various other Groups. Charlotte, another anchor in Kensington!

Rhodes Park is a mixed bag. It was good seeing security personnel with dogs on patrol. The park is reasonably clean. The main stretch of lawn from the dilapidated restaurant to the lake is unwalkable – tall grass and full of water. Why has the water pipe network running under the park not been repaired yet? It has been like this for years. City Parks have had more than enough time to put their act together. Is Rhodes Park a draw card to the suburb or is it going to continue to be an eye sore?

Waverly (the dog) had a grand time. She particularly enjoyed running around Rhodes Park as well as getting much attention from other dogs as we walked through the suburb.

Those who stayed for brunch at Princesa enjoyed a pleasant meal and lively conversation. Thank you all for participating on the walk and social. Please do join us on our next walk.

The Route – A Walk In Kensington – 2023 Jan 29

The Route – Distance, Time and Calories Burnt

Distance 7.87 Km

Moving time 1:45:02

Total time 2:34:27

Calories 716

The Route – Heritage Sites

We walked past the following heritage sites:

Jeppe High School for Girls Opened in 1919. Designed by Sir Herbert Baker.

Dykeneuk (Stone House) Built in 1904. Designed by Sir Herbert Baker.

No. 12 Somerset Road One of the oldest houses in Kensington. Built by George Cooper in 1902.

Jeppe High School for Boys Opened in 1909. Designed by Sir Herbert Baker. Named after Julius Jeppe who donated the property to the school. Prime Minister Jan C. Smuts unveiled the World War I Monument at the school.

Scottish Horse Memorial The Scottish Horse Memorial on Caledonia Hill/ Koppie was erected in memory of the officers and men who died during the South African Anglo-Boer War in 1901-1902.

Kensington Castle Built by Samuel Scott Wilson in 1911; a replica of the Rhodesay-on-Bute Castle in Scotland.

No. 9 Nile Street Site of the Congregation of the Holy Family 1904 valuation roll Roman Catholic Mission Nunnery.

Leicester Road School The first Kensington east school. Opened by Mr. Braun, the headmaster in 1936.

Thomas Philip Gray’s Home (Windy-Brow) The Mayor of Johannesburg’s home (1941).

Jeppe High School for Girls

Jeppe High School for Boys

Designed by Sir Herbert Baker. Opened in 1909 (9 years prior to Jeppe High School for Girls). The school was named after Julius Jeppe. Prime Minister Jan Smuts unveiled the Word War I Monument at the school.