The monthly Sweetdale Night Market hosted at The Packshed restaurant in Margate on the last Friday of every month has become a firm calendar favourite owing to its stunning forest setting, family-friendly environment and wide range of high-quality offerings. This December, KZN Mid-South Coast residents and holidaymakers are in for a treat as there will be the usual Sweetdale Night Market on Friday, 29 December – and a special Sweetdale Christmas Night Market on Friday, 22 December from 6pm to 10pm.

The Packshed restaurant was started by the Swiss-born Kern-Wenger family. The unique style of European fused with a dash of South African flavour turned The Packshed into a must-try spot! The award-winning restaurant now forms part of the latest project, the stunning Serenity Hills eco-estate. As with The Packshed, this is a sustainable, community-focused development that prioritises quality.

Regulars can expect a new surprise as The Packshed have welcomed Sweet Gang & Friends to join their ever popular Farm Stall. Sweet Gang will join the bakery section within the Farm Stall which also showcases hand baked goods by The Packshed Chef and his team. Alongside the great food and drink offerings, the Farm Stall has a wide range of products including art, crafts, gifts and clothing with a focus on collaboration with local businesses.

“There is a very encouraging trend of supporting local crafters, manufacturers and service providers and the festive season is the perfect opportunity to show support of our talented KZN Mid-South Coast creatives,” said Sam Wenger, Development Director of Serenity Hills. “We’re excited to be hosting a second Sweetdale Night Market this December to give our holidaymakers more chance to view and purchase from our stallholders, taste the excellent food and enjoy the inviting ambience of this wonderful market.”

Sweetdale Night Market Details

Dates: Friday, 22 December (Christmas market) and Friday, 29 December

Venue: The Packshed restaurant, Serenity Hills, Margate

Times: 6pm to 10pm

To find out more or book at The Packshed, visit www.thepackshed.co.za.

The Packshed forms part of Serenity Hills, the 120-hectare eco-estate located in Margate. The estate is centred on sustainability, community and modern amenities for all residents of the 600 beautifully appointed units planned for the three neighbourhoods. This eco-estate offers residents secure living within the coastal forest setting with many afforded ocean views.

Despite only launching Phase 1 in the second half of 2022, the developers have already sold 50% of its units, with investors coming from Gauteng, the Western Cape, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Aspects like state-of-the-art security, eco-conscious living, on-site facilities and notable community initiatives such as the Sweetdale Skill Centre and Sweetbike Community Project contributing to the region’s upliftment are attracting investor interest.

To find out more about Serenity Hills, visit www.serenityhills.co.za or follow @serenityhillsecoestate on Facebook and Instagram