Boschendal Werf Picnics
Seasonal farm-to-table picnic baskets served in Boschendal’s scenic gardens and lawns.
Description
Boschendal Werf Picnics offers a relaxed alfresco dining experience with seasonal baskets filled with produce from their farm. Guests can enjoy the beauty of the estate gardens while sampling fresh bread, charcuterie, preserves, and desserts.
The venue caters to families, couples, and groups, with both blanket and seating options available. Its setting near the Tree House Playground makes it especially enjoyable for children, while vegan and gluten-free baskets are available on request.
Company Group
Boschendal Estate
Email Address
Enquiries: reservations@boschendal.co.zaPhone Number
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Picnic Type
Seasonal Farm Picnic
Activities
- Explore the Boschendal gardens.
- Let children play at the Tree House Playground and Pump Track.
- Enjoy seasonal picnics with farm-to-table ingredients.
- Combine your picnic with wine tasting or farm tours.
Experiences
- Relax under the trees with a curated picnic basket.
- Stroll through the Werf gardens before or after your meal.
- Watch children enjoy the playground within view of the lawns.
- Taste farm produce straight from Boschendal’s gardens and butchery.
Picnic Basket Options
R750 | Standard Basket for 2Â
R375 | Standard Basket for 1
R750 | Vegetarian Basket for 2
R750 | Gluten-Free Basket for 2
R220 | Kids Basket (3–12 years)Â
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Alternative Picnic Basket Options
None
Estimated Duration
3 – 4 hours
Dietary Options
Gluten-free | Vegetarian | Vegan
What to Bring
Camera | Comfortable shoes | Hat | Sunscreen | Water bottle
Rentals
Blankets available on request
Additional Information
- The baskets feature compostable, plant-based packaging and utensils, reflecting an eco-friendly ethos.
- Seating options include both comfortable picnic blankets on the lawn and dedicated tables and chairs.
- A drinks menu is available on-site, including estate wines, Cap Classique, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Guests may not bring their own food or beverages to the picnic area.
Inside Guides
- Book your picnic for Friday or Saturday to potentially enjoy live music.
- Ask for a table and chair if you prefer a more formal or stable dining setup.
- Combine your afternoon picnic with a morning farm or cellar tour for a full-day experience.
- Arrive at 12h00 for the best choice of shaded spots on the lawn.
Weather Conditions
Ideal Weather: Clear / Sunny
Rain Alert: Light Rain (30–40%)
Weather Experience: Warm sunshine and light breezes create an idyllic setting, while in case of rain, baskets can be collected as a takeaway option.
Picnic Rules & Guidelines
- Bookings must be made a minimum of 24 hours in advance.
- Guests may not bring outside food or beverages onto the picnic grounds.
- A 10% gratuity is automatically included for groups of eight or more people.
- Full pre-payment is required to secure all picnic bookings.
Reservation Policies
Reservations: Required via Dineplan, email, or phone 24 hours in advance.
Pre-payment: Full pre-payment is required to confirm the booking.
Gratuity: 10% automatically added to groups of eight or more.
Estimate Price Range
R250 – R700+ | RRR
Entry Fee & Prices
None
Booking Methods
Email | Phone | Website
Accepts credit cards
Bar area
Child friendly
Eco-friendly practices
Farm to table
Live music (seasonal)
Mountain views
On-site parking
Outdoor seating
Picnic baskets
Reservation required
Restrooms
Scenic views
Seating options
Shaded areas
Tree house playground
Umbrellas and shade
Wheelchair accessible
Not dog friendly
Walk-ins not accepted
Must Tries
Werf Picnic Basket: Savour farm-to-table charcuterie, homemade preserves, and fresh produce from the estate’s gardens.
Estate Wines: Enjoy a bottle of Boschendal’s award-winning wine or Cap Classique alongside your meal.
Seasonal Dessert: Indulge in the freshly baked dessert, often featuring seasonal fruit and farm-grown ingredients.
Highlights
Pavilion Lawn Setting: Relax on the sprawling lawns under the dappled shade of historic oak trees with a luxurious feel.
Family Adventure: Utilise the easy access to the adjacent Tree House Playground and Pump Track for children’s entertainment.
Features
- Accepts credit cards
- Bar area
- Child friendly
- Eco-friendly practices
- Farm to table
- Live music (seasonal)
- Mountain views
- On-site parking
- Outdoor seating
- Picnic baskets
- Restrooms
- Scenic views
- Seating options
- Shaded areas
- Tree house playground
- Umbrellas and shade
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wi-Fi
- Not dog friendly
- Walk-ins not accepted
Must Tries
Werf Picnic Basket: Savour farm-to-table charcuterie, homemade preserves, and fresh produce from the estate’s gardens.
Estate Wines: Enjoy a bottle of Boschendal’s award-winning wine or Cap Classique alongside your meal.
Seasonal Dessert: Indulge in the freshly baked dessert, often featuring seasonal fruit and farm-grown ingredients.
Highlights
Pavilion Lawn Setting: Relax on the sprawling lawns under the dappled shade of historic oak trees with a luxurious feel.
Family Adventure: Utilise the easy access to the adjacent Tree House Playground and Pump Track for children’s entertainment.
Address
 Helshoogte Road, Boschendal, Franschhoek
Parking: Available on site
Opening Hours
| Thursday – Sunday | |
| Basket Collection | 12h00 – 14h00 |
| Picnic area | Closes at 17h00 |
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