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Nestled deep within the scenic Magaliesberg region one can find The Venue Country Hotel. Surrounded by majestic rolling hills and lush greenery found only in the Magalies area, the hotel is a truly unique experience for stay over guests, day-time visitors and conference delegates alike. The Venue Country Hotel is located along the popular Magaliesberg R512 route (Pelindaba Road) between Johannesburg and Hartbeespoort Dam. Just 12 kilometres past Lanseria International Airport, the hotel offers guests gorgeous views of the Magaliesberg mountain range, luxury amenities and easy access to Johannesburg, Hartbeespoort as well as the many internationally renowned attractions the area has to offer. The hotel offers unparalleled conferencing facilities with an auditorium - perfect for motivational speakers, lecturing, training and corporate team building. Additionally, the hotel has a total of eight conference rooms. The Venue Country Hotel has 66 well-appointed bedrooms accompanied by friendly staff that will see to your needs - from private check-ins to catered functions and meetings - just leave it to us. Stay over guests, day-time visitors and conference delegates alike can expect quality service, up-to-date facilities and culinary dishes to suit any taste from this unique establishment.

ACCOMMODATION The Venue Country Hotel has 66 well-appointed bedrooms that can be set up in a twin or king bed (limited) arrangement. Our comfortable bedrooms feature an en-suite bathroom with shower, ceiling fan, a dressing table which doubles up as a work station, tea and coffee making facilities, large flat screen TV with select satellite channels, selection of movies and an on-screen menu with various important information There are two different room types: - Standard - Suite

CONFERENCING & EVENTS The Orion Hotels and Resorts group has a portfolio of 10 unique establishments located in equally unique locations across South Africa. Each hotel offers well appointed conferencing facilities, ensuring productivity for all delegates. At The Venue Country Hotel, we pride ourselves on providing all our clients with competitively priced and structured conferencing. Each venue can be uniquely set up to best suit your needs. Our establishment has hosted grand events and conferences as well as small and intimate gatherings. We have a team of coordinators and service providers who are able to meet your needs and assist you with the smallest of details. All venues are equipped with: Registration desk Screen Free Wi-Fi Data projector Lectern/ podium White board Flip chart

ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES Multi-faceted purpose Conference facilities and break-away rooms. The Venue Country Hotel has 8 multi-faceted purpose conference rooms which can be fully arranged to suit your needs. These conferencing venues can be used for anything and everything such as multi-level training, educational training, team building etc. The hotel also has many break-away rooms which are situated close to the conferencing facilities. Amphitheatre Auditorium The Venue Country Hotel is one of the only establishments in the region that boasts an 120-seater Amphitheatre Auditorium. This expansive venue is perfect for product launches, discussions, lectures and interviews among other things. Outdoor facilities Apart from the conferencing, The Venue Country Hotel also has outdoor relaxation areas. These areas are a perfect meeting point after a long day of conferences and lectures. Pool Set in the center of an expansive manicured lawn, the pool at Venue Country Hotel stands out like a glistening diamond. The cool and sparkling water will add a special touch to your stay or visit. Team Building The 30ha property offers ample space for all kinds of team building activities. We outsource a variety of companies that specialise in team building events, they are adept at planning, executing and delivering the ultimate team-building experience for you and your organization.

DINING EXPERIENCE Main Restaurant & Lounge The main restaurant offers an inviting dining experience - offering wholesome lunches, superb breakfast spreads and a sumptuous A La Carte dinner menu. The Lounge and Billiards room is the perfect spot to unwind with a game of Snooker or settle in and read a good book after a long day. Bar Areas The Venue Country Hotel has two lovely bars. The outdoor bar is a large meeting area which is perfect for after-conference conversations while catching up on the latest sporting scores and indulging in mouth-watering dishes prepared by the chef. There is also a quaint ladies bar adjacent to the Lounge where guests can unwind with a glass of wine after a long day. Feel free to play a game of snooker on our Billiards Table.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Lion Park Lanseria Lion Park is South Africa s premier lion park, home to four prides of lions, including rare white lions, boasting even more predators such as wild dogs, cheetahs and hyenas. Located close to Johannesburg, the park has become a destination visit for tourists, celebrities and locals. One can experience the unforgettable opportunity to play with lion cubs, a real drawcard for people the world over. Visitors are also invited to feed giraffes and take part in a Cheetah Walk, self-game drives, night drives and guided safaris with a trained ranger. Night drives offer the chance to see the lions being fed. The park is divided into different camps, one of which is a grazing area where one can view zebra, springbuck, giraffe, gemsbok and blesbok roaming the area. Lions are kept in separate enclosures and are brought in from all over Africa - Mozambique, Botswana, Northern Gauteng and Zimbabwe. Incredibly, there are currently more than 80 lions living at the park. A specialist breeding program ensures the continuation of the White Lion species, one which is rare, although not currently endangered. For precious keepsakes and a reminder of life-changing experiences with lions, there is a curio shop at the lion park. Bring the whole family and enjoy a full day s experience, including a delicious meal at their restaurant. Cradle of Humankind The Cradle of Humankind is unique in that since 1947, there have been great scientific discoveries, which have been a breakthrough in the search for the origins of humankind. These include a 3,3 million year old ancestor of humankind, stone tools dating back some 2 million years and the world s most perfect pre-human skull ever found- affectionately known as Mrs Ples. A new addition to the family is recently discovered Homo Naledi. Aside from the rich anthropological value of the area, the Cradle of Humankind also boasts game reserves, a Show cave which dates back 2 200 million years ago, and the first Gold mine on the Witwatersrand, conference centres and upmarket lodges. The area is also a rich haven for those with a passion for trout fishing and has restaurants of international standards. The department has developed and is implementing a public participation plan, which involves all stakeholders, including farm owners and farm workers around the area, landowners and resident associations. A business plan has been formulated which focuses on the first three years of the project and includes the following areas: Inception phase; general administration, marketing and management; integrated environment and conservation management; communications, public awareness; training and tourism development, and visitor facilities.

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Shelter Rock Discover the real Magaliesberg. Walk on the summit of the mountain with its panoramic views, touch 2 500 million year old wind sculpted mushroom rocks, inspect Boer War Forts, stand under a 1000+ year old tree, see the ruins of an Iron Age Village, learn about the formation of the Magaliesberg and observe the rich variety of birds, animals and trees. Booking is essential. For more information visit: www.shelterrock. co.za or contact Corry at 071 473 6298 Magaliesburg Barbus Haven - Fly Fishing Adventures Experience fly fishing in a peaceful and private environment. Whether it s a day out with the boys, friends, families or corporates, The Fly Fishing Adventures experience is next to none. Contact them at 011 315 4503 - sundown@iafrica.com Hot Air Ballooning - Flying Pictures Hot air balloon flights at sunrise over the scenic Magaliesburg countryside. Champagne and a full English breakfast are served after the flight at selected country lodges. Treat that special someone to an experience, a true flight of fantasy. Bookings are essential. Tel: (011) 957-2322 (011) 957-2465 083-498-6933 flypixsa@iafrica.com www.flyingpictures.co.za The Spectacular Magaliesberg Canopy Tour For an out-of-the-ordinary experience, this exhilarating adventure offers a unique activity for teambuilding or for the sheer thrill of it. Glide like a bird over the treetops in the beautiful Ysterhout Kloof of the Magaliesberg range. Eleven platforms set high on rock faces are linked by ten aerial slides up to 140m long in places and over 30m high above the tree canopy. The tour lasts for about 2.5 hours. Experienced guides ensure your safety as you discover interesting facts about the history of these ancient mountains and their indigenous plants and animals. (014) 535 0000/1/2-6 (014) 535 0007 082 859 4036/7 info@magaliescanopytour.co.za www.magaliescanopytour.co.za 082 442 3925 or 082 507 2537 086 692 2898 +27 (0)82 442 3925 tde@pixie.co.za www.tde.co.za Saddle Creek Ranch Horse Riding Saddle Creek Ranch offers horseback riding with a difference, riding western style on well trained, obedient and calm trail horses, with various rides in to the bushveld and mountain foothills. All the rides are accompanied by the owners and trained staff. For the beginner the emphasis is on a safe, relaxed and enjoyable ride on horses that will not run away with you. The experienced rider can choose a more spirited horse for a lively, exhilarating ride. We are aware of clients past bad experiences with horses that are difficult to control and for that reason we are careful to match rider and horse, taking into account their past riding experience. Before leaving all the inexperienced riders will have the basic horse commands explained to them and trail guide/staff member will be close to them throughout the ride. 079 467 9906 info@saddlecreekadventures.co.za www.saddlecreekadventures.co.za

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