More than music at White Mountain…

ONE of the best-kept secrets on the music festival circuit, White Mountain is an ideal opportunity to get away from it all and unwind in a picture-perfect setting while enjoying a line-up of some of the best acoustic acts in the country.

Included on the bill are the likes of Crimson House, Luke Lovemore Band, Jenny & The Jameses, The Sextons, Gunshot Blue, Lendel, The Sweet Resistance (fronted by Natasha Meister), Jerry & The Bandits, Luca Hart, South Jersey Pom-Poms, Pan Latino and Freddy Lalendle.

Aside from the music, festival-goers can look forward to a wide variety of food and drink outlets, a vibrant craft market, plus loads of fun outdoor activities for the whole family.

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These include everything from free morning and sunset yoga classes courtesy of Sunlife Vitamins, to a leisurely dip in the pool, hikes and a zip line, as well as fishing, boating and stand-up paddle boarding on the dam.

And, of course, you can also head to the lodge to catch up on some sport (yes there’s DStv) or listen to some late-night live music.

While self-catering is always an option at White Mountain, why worry when there are top-class food outlets on site to tantalise your taste buds?

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Expect everything from freshly baked paninis, pizzas and pregos to spit-roasted lamb, authentic vegetarian and Indian fare, old-school fish and chips, smoothies, speciality coffees and loads of sweet treats.

Known for its intimate, relaxed atmosphere, the festival runs from 28 September to 1 October and is held at White Mountain Lodge in the foothills of the Giant’s Castle Nature Reserve, only 185km from Durban and just 25km off the N3 on tarred roads.

Tickets are available at Computicket or the festival gate and includes camping. For more information, visit www.c-weed.com/wmf or call 031 563 0824.

Everything you need to know about White Mountain 2017…

What is it?

Now in its 12th year, White Mountain is KwaZulu-Natal’s only three-day acoustic music festival and the perfect opportunity to escape the city and unwind in a stunning setting while enjoying a line-up of some of the best acoustic acts in the country, plus so much more!

When is it?

Thursday, 28 September to Sunday 1 October.

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Where is it?

Known for its intimate, relaxed atmosphere, the festival is held at White Mountain Lodge in the foothills of the Giant’s Castle Nature Reserve, only 185km from Durban and just 28km off the N3 on tarred roads.

Line-up

Performing at White Mountain this year are the likes of Luke Lovemore (Top 7 finalist on this year’s season of The Voice SA), Crimson House, Jenny & The Jameses, The Sextons, Black Whiskey, The Sweet Resistance, Jerry & The Bandits, Bianca Santoro, Roxton met Herki, Luca Hart and Freddy Lalendle.

Also on offer:

Colourful arts and crafts, a wide variety of food and drink outlets, plus loads of outdoor activities for the whole family including a 100m zip line and fun stuff (like scavenger hunts) for the kids. And that’s not forgetting the lodge’s spacious grounds, fishable dam, swimming pool and charming old pub (with satellite TV and late-night live music), which add another dimension to the
usual festival experience.

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Free camping:

Situated on terraced ground overlooking the dam, the festival campsite has its own ablution facilities, plenty of space, and is adjacent to the main entertainment area. (No electrical points.) Camping in this area is included in the ticket price.

Tent hotel:

If you don’t have camping gear, or the thought of putting up and dismantling your own tent sounds too much like hard work, there is also the option of booking into a stylish on-site ‘tent hotel’, offering a relaxing and affordable camping experience with all the comforts of home. (Think spacious walk-in tents, comfy beds, linen, towels, chairs, tables and hot showers.)

Price (festival tickets not included):

Min 2-night stay – R1 100 per tent per night – sleeps 2 persons

Min 3-night stay – R1 000 per tent per night – sleeps 2 persons

For more information or to make a booking, contact Rush Adventures at 011 963
3049 or email sales@rushadventures.co.za.

Tickets:

Advance tickets cost R600 per person at Computicket and include camping for the entire festival. Tickets for children aged 4 – 11 cost R185. Children under four get in free.

Bulk bookings:

Groups of 10 or more people wishing to make a bulk booking will qualify for a discounted ticket price of R450 per person. This special rate is not available from Computicket and tickets need to be purchased directly from C-Weed Entertainment Promotions. Contact Mandy at 031 564 9074 or email mandy@c-weed.com

Expect great music, fun times and smiles all around from this gem of a festival. For more information, visit www.c-weed.com/wmf or contact 031 563 0824.