The Big Red Barn farm precinct is a multi-faceted venue mid-way between Pretoria and Johannesburg. It is family focussed and perfect for relaxing outdoor fun activities including tree top adventures, walking, running, cycling trails, restaurants and a cocktail bar.
The iconic domed Barn, is an antique structure enclosed by roof to floor glass doors and a long, covered patio which overlooks tranquil views of the forest and sloping fields. The expansive interior incorporates a fully licensed restaurant and is perfect for all types of functions & events. Multiple big and small party venues are spread out around the Barn.
Five hectares of lawn, veld and forest around the Barn include several activities for our visitors, tree top adventures, wooden mazes, a kids play area with a giant pirate ship, jungle gym and electric go-karts, so much space to play, run and have fun.
Explore further by enjoying the extensive hiking, running trails in the forest and veld surrounding the Barn. Hop on your bike and you can ride for hours on 40 kilometres of MTB trails around the farm. Bring your dogs!
Pop across the little farm road and discover more activities: Create, a perfect place find your inner Picasso; paint your own designs on a selection ceramics whilst enjoying a delicious coffee or lunch. Across the courtyard, it’s always cocktail and tapas time at the Liqui’arium, which also serves a variety of boutique wines. The famous Irene Village Market takes place twice a month under the shade of the majestic eucalyptus trees.
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PARTY VENUES
Kids and adults, we can help you make your party a day to remember with hours of endless, energetic fun. The Big Red Barn has a variety of venues to choose from: whether it is in the forest, the picnic area or Pirate Ship lawn, or selected areas inside the Barn all our venues are close to the numerous activities on offer.
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BIG RED BARN TRAILS
Open daily (including public holidays) from sunrise to sunset.
Want to walk your dog (and yourself), or take cool run through eucalyptus scented woods? Then the Big Red Barn is the place for you. Ready to get peddling? There are over 40 kms of scenic MTB , trail running and hiking tracks which weave and wind through a a shady gum tree forest, over rocky African grasslands and farm fields.
ACROBRANCH: TREE ADVENTURES FOR ALL AGES
Online bookings www.acrobranch.co.za or contact : 086 999 0369 or bookings@acrobranch.co.za
It’s fast, it’s good family fun, it’s Acrobranch. If you haven’t tried the adventure sport everybody is talking about, then it is time to get into the fresh air and take a swing through obstacles in the trees. This unique, energy packed adventure sport is fantastic for children and adults. Not only is it all round fun, but it is a great activity to build confidence in co-ordination and gross motor skills.
FUNCTIONS, CONFERENCES AND EVENTS
The Big Red Barn is perfect for events of all types, including: functions, conferences team buildings and large events. We have a variety of different venues and offer a personalised service to suit both your budgets & tastes.
For information on our wide variety of venue options mail: functions@thebigredbarn.co.za
Picture This offers a creative alternative to boring selfies and staged smiles. Capture stunning portraits and create epic memories with unique backdrops, props, and lighting. Perfect for groups of friends looking for a fun day out as well as photographers, influencers, content creators, agencies and creatives seeking killer content. Inside you will find 12 unique selfie booths where you can take creative selfies. We also have two function venues that you can book to celebrate your next birthday, kitchen tea, year-end function.
Thursday – Saturday 10.00 – 17.00. Sunday: 10.00 – 14.00
Online bookings and more info: picturethisstudios.co.za
NINO’S GO-KARTS & NINJA JUMP PARK & BUBBLE BALLS @ The Big Red Barn
Nino’s has lots of fun activities at The Big Red Barn. Their electric Go-Kart track is part of the Pirate Ship kids play area. Let your kids climb aboard and whizz around the race track. The Go-karts are perfect for children from 2 years, up Mum and Dad can even ride along and help steer the kart. Nino’s also has inflatable Bubble Balls for adults and children; climb inside the balls and bump, rock and roll around the lawn. There is yet more super bouncy fun on twenty two trampolines – reach for the skies, jump and skip from one trampoline to the other.
Wednesday – Sunday 08:30 – 16.00
Contact: 078 457 1169 / ninokarts@gmail.com
THE RED BARN CAFE
inside THE BIG RED BARN
Contact: info@redbarncafe.co.za or 066 563 7558
Open Tuesday to Sunday from 8:00 – 1700
Come and join us for for an early morning breakfast, a wood fired pizza, home made burgers and famous peri-peri dishes. We serve food for the whole family.
CREATE @ The Big Red Barn
Wednesday – Monday ( closed Tuesdays) 09.00 – 17.00.
Contact: info@createredbarn.co.za or 072 604 0090
Create is situated across the road from the barn in a tranquil farm style building. This is the place where you find your inner Picasso ! Paint any design in any colour on a wide range of unfired ceramic objects from mugs to jugs to plates, decor items and fun kids stuff, Create has them all. Spend a few leisurely hours creating your masterpiece with friends or family. A cafe style menu, delicious home made cakes and delicious coffee are available throughout the day.
PUZZLE PARK
Welcome to Puzzle Park SA, where adventure awaits at every corner! We offer two unique activities that are guaranteed to challenge both body and mind.
The thrilling 3D Maze and the captivating Forest Puzzle Walk
066 320 0788 / info@puzzlepark.co.za
Visit our website at: www.puzzlepark.co.za
LUDWIG’S ROSES @ The Big Red Barn
Ludwig’s Roses was established in 1971, north of Pretoria. From small beginnings, through hard work and passion our specialist nursery has grown to become the strongest rose brand in South Africa. Our strength lies in the vast variety that we stock and in the quality plants that we propagate. Visiting our new rose centre at The Big Barn is an experience for the senses. Come and let the rose beauty inspire you. Roses can be purchased and planted all year round. Let us colour your garden with the rose that grows!