The Ploughman Pub

18/08/2026

Think your crew has what it takes? Gather your sharpest friends and test your knowledge at The Ploughman Pub Quiz!

Event Details:
Date: 27th August 2026
Registration: 18:00 | Quiz Starts: 18:30
Entrance Fee: R80 per team
Team Size: Teams of 4 people

Rules & Perks:
Great prizes up for grabs!
No devices allowed during the quiz—pure brainpower only.

Bookings & Info:
Spaces fill up fast. Contact Michele at 084 580 1826 to secure your team's table today!

14/08/2026

16/07/2026

Brainiacs, unite! 🧠 The Ploughman Pub Quiz is happening on July 30! Grab three friends (teams of 4) and ditch your devices—it's time to put that knowledge to the test.

We've got great prizes up for grabs and a fun atmosphere. Check out the details below:

📅 Date: July 30
💸 Entrance: R80 per team
🕕 Registration: 18:00
🕡 Quiz Starts: 18:30

Book your spot or get more info from Michele at 084 580 1826. Let's see if you can channel your inner Einstein!

15/06/2026

Get ready to test your wits! The Ploughman Pub Quiz is almost here! Gather your sharpest friends and form a 'dream team' of four for a night of whimsical trivia and clever competition. Will you be the brainiest bunch in the room?

No devices allowed, just pure knowledge and maybe a little bit of lucky guesswork! There are amazing prizes up for grabs, so bring your A-game. Gather your squad and book your table now with Michele to avoid missing out. It's going to be a night to remember!

Date: June 25th
Registration: 18:00
Quiz Starts: 18:30
Cost: R80 per team

Call Michele at 084 580 1826 to book!

01/06/2026

Turns out they aren't just good... they’re Norfolk N Goode. 🧠🍷
A massive congratulations to our latest Ploughman Pub Quiz champions! They officially proved that a clever team name is the ultimate good luck charm, and walked away with the wine to prove it.

Think your crew has what it takes to dethrone the reigning intellectuals? Start studying the back of shampoo bottles now and watch this space for our next quiz night date.

30/05/2026

🐛📚 BOOKWORMS IN THE PUB! 🍹
Looking for a little extra fun after a day at the Bathurst Bookfair? Head to The Ploughman Pub on Saturday from 19:30 to 21:30 for a cheeky bookfair challenge!

Four hidden “bookworms” will be tucked away around the pub and lapa. Spot one, hand it to the bartender, and claim your prize: A FREE Sour Worm Shooter, complete with a gummy worm! 🪱🥃

👀 The hunt is on, but be quick.... there are only four to find!
The Ploughman Pub | Saturday | 19:30 – 21:30

Will you be one of the lucky bookworm hunters? 📖✨

30/05/2026

As the Bathurst Bookfair 2026 spreads throughout our village, the Bathurst Agricultural Museum serves as the gateway to the weekend. Join us on Friday evening to immerse yourself in local lore, enjoy a fireside-style meal, and prepare for a weekend of discovery.

FRIDAY, 5 JUNE | Night at the Museum
Bathurst Museum | From 18:00
Step into the past for an evening of history and local fare.
Entry: Adults R50 (includes a complimentary Old Brown Sherry) | Kids R20
Uncle Alan’s Talk: The History of Farming & Its Evolution | 18:00 – 20:00 (Inside the Museum)
Dining: Freshly prepared hamburgers available in the Milling Room | R50 each
Book Sale: Browse the Lihani Book Table (also available Saturday)

SATURDAY, 6 JUNE | Pike’s Post Programme
A day of debate, performance, and local history.
11:00 | Schools’ Debating Tournament
Featuring teams from Rhodes University, Port Alfred, Station Hill, Alexandria, Uitenhage, and Nolukhanyo High Schools.
Followed by: Drama performances.
14:00 | Local History Spotlight: Author talk, readings, and book presentation by Marie Geldenhuys.
Throughout the day: Debbie’s Scrapbooking Workshop (check schedule for specific times).
Saturday Evening: Karaoke at The Ploughman Pub.

GETTING AROUND
The Tractor Uber
Reliable transport between the Museum and the Village Centre.
Friday: 18:00 – 20:00
Saturday: From 09:00
Fare: R20 per single trip