De Uijlenes

20/11/2025

📢 Please follow us on our new official page 👉 De Uijlenes
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Everyone knows we throw a pretty magical wedding… 🌲💍✨

But did you know we also host corporate conferences, team retreats, workshops, wellness days and more?

Bring your team to the farm for fresh ideas, good food, and time to breathe.

Work hard, relax harder.

That’s the De Uijlenes way.

29/08/2025

📢 Please follow us on our new official page 👉 De Uijlenes
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✨ Only ONE day to go until our Open Day! Are you coming? ✨

We’re busy putting the final touches together and can’t wait to welcome you tomorrow! 💍🌿

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🎶 Live music
🍕 Wood-fired pizza
🥂 Tasting some of our canapés
🍷 Local wineries & breweries pouring their favourites
🌸 Amazing local wedding suppliers & vendors we love
🏡 All of our venues, facilities & accommodation open for viewing

If you’re engaged and still searching for your dream venue, this is your sign to pop in for a visit. No RSVP needed — just show up! 🙌 The weather’s looking perfect for a spring day out in the sunshine.

Oh, and Takkie 🦌 can’t wait to meet you all — she’s so excited! 💐

📍 See you tomorrow (Saturday 30th) from 10am – 4pm at De Uijlenes!

19/08/2025

📢 Please follow us on our new official page 👉 De Uijlenes
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🌿 The Old Barn got a makeover! ✨

She’s now even more magical with cosy lounge spaces, dreamy forest walls, fairy lights & rustic timber tables. Perfect for forest weddings, long-table feasts & candlelit moments. 💫

📅 Join us on 30 August, 10am–4pm for our Open Day!
🍕 Pizza, bubbles, wedding inspo & venue tours await.

12/08/2025

📢 Please follow us on our new official page 👉 De Uijlenes

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🎉 De Uijlenes Open Day – You’re Invited! 🎉

Mark your calendar for Saturday, 30 August, 10am – 4pm – it’s going to be a vibe!
Our newly renovated Old Barn is looking better than ever, and we’re throwing the doors wide open. Come wander the forest paths, peek into our cosy accommodation, and picture your dream wedding or celebration here.

What’s happening?
✨ Live music under the trees
✨ Delicious wood-fired pizza & refreshments
✨ Our favourite wedding vendors on-site
✨ Friendly team ready to chat about your big day

No bookings, no fuss – just pop in, enjoy the atmosphere, and let the magic of De Uijlenes do its thing.

📍 De Uijlenes, Gansbaai
📅 Saturday, 30 August | 🕙 10am–4pm

Bring your fiancé, your mom, or just a friend who loves good vibes and forest views. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌸

06/08/2025

🍰 WE’RE HIRING! 🍽️

De Uijlenes is on the lookout for passionate culinary professionals to join our kitchen dream team here in Gansbaai 🌿✨

We currently have two open positions:
👨‍🍳 Sous Pastry Chef
👩‍🍳 Chef de Partie

If you’ve got the skills, creativity, and love working in a high-energy, event-focused environment - we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]
Let’s cook up something amazing together!

For more news and updates from us please follow us on our new page De Uijlenes

Click here: https://www.facebook.com/deuijlenesweddings

25/07/2024

Thanks to so many of you we have been nominated as a finalist in the KFM Best of The Cape Awards again this year.

Hopefully, the third time is a charm!

Please vote for us in the Best Wedding Venue Category.

https://bestofthecape.primediaplus.com/

17/07/2024

Do you have something to celebrate, or do you just need to get away?

We have 20% off stays in our accommodation for July & August. Pop over to our website to book before the last dates are snatched up.

All cottages have a hot tub, fireplaces, wifi, smart TV, bird song and epic views.

08/04/2024

🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟

De Uijlenes is hiring for two exciting positions: Commi Chef and Event Manager. If you're passionate about creating unforgettable experiences and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Check out the requirements below and send your CV to [email protected] to apply.

19/02/2024

Jacques and Hilda's wedding celebrations here in the Old Barn & Forest venue.

16/02/2024

Step into the enchanted world of Raynor & Lize's forest wedding at De Uijlenes! 🌿✨ Immerse yourself in the beauty of a weekend celebration under ancient oaks, filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments. Click below to read their magical story!

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"Experience the magic of a weekend celebration under ancient oaks at Raynor & Lize’s forest wedding in Gansbaai. Unforgettable moments await!"