Old Nick Village

Old Nick Village is a creative shopping destination on the Garden Route, positioned beside the N2 a short distance east of Plettenberg Bay. The site brings together independently run shops, galleries, a restaurant, gardens and activity spaces within a group of heritage buildings.

The shopping experience centres on locally made and thoughtfully curated goods. Its merchants include creative manufacturers, designers and curators, giving each shop a distinct character. The range extends across interiors, textiles, décor, gifts and other crafted products, with several businesses also supplying the wholesale market. The result is a place suited to browsing slowly rather than making a quick stop at a conventional retail centre.

Food forms part of the broader experience through the on-site restaurant and the weekly market. The Mid Week Market brings together locally grown fruit and vegetables, ethically farmed meat and dairy, and other natural or homemade products. It adds a fresh-produce and small-producer element to the shopping destination, with the market taking place on Wednesdays.

The setting is an important part of the character. Shops and galleries are spread among established indigenous gardens, creating a relaxed outdoor environment between visits to the merchants. Benches provide places to pause, while the garden setting gives families and groups room to take a break from browsing. The venue also offers tree tours as part of its activities.

Textile enthusiasts can visit the Mungo mill to watch weaving in progress and gain an insight into how textiles are produced. This hands-on element complements the design-led retail offering and gives the venue an educational side without separating it from the everyday shopping experience.

Old Nick Village works well for visitors interested in handmade goods, design, textiles, local produce and heritage settings. Families can combine shopping with garden time and activity-based visits, while food-focused visitors can explore the market and restaurant as part of the same stop. The mix of retail, food, gardens and craft production makes the destination suitable for an unhurried outing near Plettenberg Bay.