Finding a venue that adults and children can both enjoy is not always easy.
Children want space, movement and activities. Parents want good food, comfortable seating and an opportunity to relax without spending the entire outing moving between different locations.
De Werf brings these needs together with a family-friendly Restaurant, Weekend Food Market and outdoor children’s play area.
Here is a practical guide to help parents prepare for a visit.
What children can enjoy
The De Werf play area includes several different ways for children to stay active.
Features advertised on the website include:
- A large jumping pillow
- Swings
- A jungle gym
- Small tunnels for hide-and-seek
- A mini zipline on selected weekends
- Soccer goalposts
- Open space for running and playing
- Opportunities to see or feed the peacocks
- Xtreme Go-Karts
Certain additional activities may be available on selected market days or during particular seasons. These can change, so families should check with De Werf before travelling specifically for one activity.
Dress for active outdoor play
Children rarely remain clean during a proper outdoor adventure, so comfortable clothing is best.
Closed shoes or secure sandals are usually more practical than loose footwear. A hat and sunscreen are important during warm weather, while a light jacket can be useful when the wind picks up.
Bringing a spare set of clothes for younger children can also make the drive home more comfortable.
Pack the small essentials
A compact family bag might include:
- Sunscreen
- Hats
- Wet wipes
- A spare set of clothing
- Any necessary medication
- A reusable water bottle
- A light jacket
There is no need to bring a full picnic, as food and drinks are available from the Restaurant and Weekend Food Market. Outside-food rules may apply to organised parties and dedicated areas, so always confirm arrangements beforehand.
Choose your seating carefully
Before the children race towards the play equipment, choose a seating area that works for your family.
Where possible, select a position that allows you to remain aware of where the children are playing. The venue offers indoor, covered and outdoor areas, but visibility from individual tables may differ.
For younger children, it may be better for adults to take turns accompanying them more closely.
Supervision still matters
A family-friendly venue does not replace parental supervision.
Children have different confidence levels and physical abilities. Parents or guardians remain responsible for deciding which equipment is suitable and ensuring that children use shared spaces considerately.
Remind children to take turns, watch for smaller visitors and follow any instructions provided by De Werf staff.
Plan your visit around your child’s routine
Families with toddlers may prefer arriving early for breakfast, followed by playtime before the Weekend Food Market becomes busy.
Families with older children might arrive closer to lunch, explore the market and stay for the afternoon entertainment.
The restaurant opens daily from 08:00. The Weekend Food Market operates from 10:00 to 16:00 every Saturday and Sunday.
Ask about changing activities
The De Werf website also references Xtreme Go-Karts and other occasional weekend activities. Requirements, availability and booking arrangements can change.
Parents interested in a particular activity should contact De Werf directly before visiting rather than relying on older information or social-media posts.
Make a full day of it
The biggest advantage for parents is that the play area is only one part of the De Werf experience.
Combine playtime with breakfast, lunch, the weekend food market, live music and a visit to the farmstall. This allows active children, hungry teenagers, parents and grandparents to enjoy the outing in their own way.
For current information about children’s activities, contact De Werf on 064 867 8578 or check the latest updates on the De Werf website and social-media pages.