MAR /APRIL 2025
THE GREYTON POST
27
From the Desk of Lady Grey: Observations from Our Charming Village
G reetings, my dear readers, In the vast and verdant expanses of Greyton, the Fynbos estate development presents a vista most grand and the cause of many a heated debate. One could say (with tongue firmly in cheek) that it serves as an ideal perch for our ever- vigilant neighbourhood watch, affording them a splendid bird’s-eye view into the hidden recesses of our back gardens! Alerting those below to any nefarious activity. While, in the spirit of cooperation that our tight-knit community so dearly upholds, those who live below will be able to
the church hall, our valiant fire volunteers shared harrowing tales of how, had the winds persisted and the helicopters not doused the inferno, our homes and lives would have been in peril. Efforts to procure basic equipment and a new fire truck are underway with much enthusiasm. Great excitement as a generous yet anonymous donor through our marvellous Rotary international donated funds for a truck which gallant Gavin and dashing team are soon to collect. Generous donations, an online art auction and T-shirt sales continue to aid our noble cause. Dig deep, dear citizens. Be Kind at the Village Saturday Market A note of etiquette for our Saturday market: it has come to my attention that certain enthusiastic patrons are purchasing more delicious rolls and loaves than one might
elegant ‘toilet,’ the word ‘street’ conjures images of leafy boulevards, which our beloved Greyton, of course, boasts in abundance. The tale behind such changes in nomenclature often remains enshrouded in mystery, perhaps too verbose to fit on the humble postcard of yesteryear.
feasibly consume at a luncheon. Do be considerate and procure only what you need, allowing others the pleasure of savouring the exquisite creations from our local village baker’s array of sumptuous loaves and brioche. With each day, our quaint village weaves new quirks and quandaries into the rich tapestry of community life. Let us cherish and preserve the unique charm of our community, where even the most peculiar problems find their most creative solutions.
A Nocturnal Concern
A quaint yet concerning matter has arisen concerning our beloved equine companions who wander the roads at night—posing a potential lethal calamity. An ingenious, albeit startling, solution has been proposed and commenced: adorning our equine friends with luminous spray. While brilliant, one can only imagine the surprise of encountering a glowing horse during a nocturnal foray into our village!
Yours most observantly,
Lady Grey xoxo
offer timely warnings of encroaching fires to the residents above.
Did You Know? In days of yore, our Main Road was once known by the more grandiose moniker of Main Crescent Street. Does it not sound infinitely more distinguished? In the manner that one might favour ‘loo’ or ‘bathroom’ over the decidedly less
Fire, Fire Burning Bright
Our community has rallied to raise funds for a fire truck to quite literally save our valley from the flames. At a recent gathering in
BLUEBELLE COTTAGE Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay and enjoy the endless view over the garden and paddock to the mountains. Bookings can be made through the Greyton Tourism office, Airbnb or Booking.com.
Made with FlippingBook Ebook Creator