Wharf Street

Wharf Street There is little to touch the ambience of the historic Wharf Street. Circa 1826, Wharf Street lays claim to the oldest commercial street in Port Alfred.

It is still a popular historical attraction to both locals and visitors. In the 1800s the river was canalized which enabled the construction of a new wharf on the present Wharf Street. In it's heyday at least a dozen sailing vessels could be counted along the river bank on a single day. With sailing vessels came pirates who offloaded their b***y at the present-day buildings - many of which have tu

nnels under the floors leading into the caves behind the hill. There is little to touch the ambience of this historic street - it oozes with reminders of the tall ships that used to moor here. As you meander down the pavement, you can see the old chains and remnants of the great big wooden poles stuck in the river. One can almost hear the activity that used to take place here. There was a pontoon for crossing the river. Later on, the Putt Bridge was built. The railway yard that was so important to this street is tucked behind the wharf, and in war times, the street teamed with soldiers and travelers on their way to Grahamstown (Makhanda.) Even though some of the current shops stock modern products, the street has kept its old world charm. Each building has been accredited with historical monument status. It is arguably the most undiscovered treasure spot that our region has to offer.

✨ Persians & Paintings — An evening of texture, story, and soul.Join us tonight at RD McKenzie Gallery for a curated cel...
22/11/2025

✨ Persians & Paintings — An evening of texture, story, and soul.

Join us tonight at RD McKenzie Gallery for a curated celebration of fine art and Persian heritage. Featuring renowned carpet specialist Ahmed Ravat from Bathurst, alongside works by Nicola Crawford, Bob McKenzie, and Debbie Johnson.

🖼️ Wander through layered landscapes and luminous portraits.
🧵 Discover the artistry behind each Persian weave.
🍷 Sip, connect, and stay for the carpet auction finale.

📍 22 Wharf Street 🕕 6 PM, Saturday 22 November 🎟️ Free entry | Wine & snacks served

Let the gallery come alive with motion, meaning, and memory.

23/09/2025

The times they are a-changin’... and Sparg's Furnishers are stepping up! They've broken down walls—literally—to expand their showroom and bring you an even wider range of stylish, comfortable furniture. More space, more choice, more inspiration. Come see the transformation! They'll be open on Heritage Day from 09:00 to 12:00

🧠🐾 Quiz Night for a Cause! Join us at Wharf Street Pub & Grill on Wednesday, 4 September for a night of trivia, laughter...
28/08/2025

🧠🐾 Quiz Night for a Cause!

Join us at Wharf Street Pub & Grill on Wednesday, 4 September for a night of trivia, laughter, and community spirit — all in support of the Port Alfred SPCA.

📍 5:30pm for 6pm 👥 Teams of 4–6 💸 R50 per person 📞 Call 066 220 0441 to book your spot.

Whether you're a seasoned quiz master or just in it for the fun, this is your chance to test your knowledge and make a difference.

Swipe through the photos from our last quiz night! Let’s make this one even bigger, even better, and even more pawsome 🐶🐱

Tag your team, spread the word, and we’ll see you there!

🏁 The Wharf Street Pub & Grill: From Supercars to bikes… and One Legendary SomewhatcarBack in February, Wharf Street Pub...
26/08/2025

🏁 The Wharf Street Pub & Grill: From Supercars to bikes… and One Legendary Somewhatcar

Back in February, Wharf Street Pub & Grill played host to South Africa’s finest supercars—gleaming machines that turned heads and stopped traffic. Fast forward to last Saturday: the bikes rolled in, revving up the street with pure muscle and chrome. And once again, Doug’s ride took center stage… but this time, with a freshly repaired front bumper and a quiet confidence that said, “I belong here.”

And right in the middle of it all? Doug’s “Somewhatcar.” Slightly bumped, proudly parked, and somehow always center stage. Doug’s humble ride reminded us: you don’t need polish to make an entrance—but a little panel beating doesn’t hurt.

💬 Tag your fellow gearheads and tell us—what’s your dream ride? Or are you Team Doug all the way?

📍 🚗 🏍️ 🔥

18/07/2025

Beneath the cobbles of Wharf Street, the Great Adventure Guys descended into the hidden underbelly of our historic street.

16/07/2025

The Great Adventure Guys visited our legendary The Wharf Street Pub & Grill and gave rave reviews (not that we expected anything less! 😀) Huge thank you to Roland and Frank for visiting us in our historical street.

11/07/2025

So nice to have the Great Adventure Guys joining us in Wharf Street earlier this week!

29/05/2025
The The Wharf Street Pub & Grill along with Palcare presents Trivia night.Think you know it all? Prove it at Trivia Nigh...
21/05/2025

The The Wharf Street Pub & Grill along with Palcare presents Trivia night.

Think you know it all? Prove it at Trivia Night!
Join us at Wharf Street Pub & Grill on Saturday, 24 May for a fun-filled evening of general knowledge, music, prizes, and good vibes!

- R250 for a team of 6
- R200 for 4
- ⁠R50 per person
Book with Sandra: 066 220 0441
Food & drink specials, disco flair, and brain-teasing fun - don’t miss out! 🪩

All entrance fee goes to Palcare.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in Wharf Street and made the Four Elements Festival such a success! It was a ...
21/04/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in Wharf Street and made the Four Elements Festival such a success! It was a perfect day on the Kowie River, filled with wonderful moments and great connections. Your enthusiasm and support made all the difference. We can’t wait to see you all at our future events!

It was so good to see three generations of owners of the Brewery in Wharf Street, Port Alfred this past Saturday at the ...
21/04/2025

It was so good to see three generations of owners of the Brewery in Wharf Street, Port Alfred this past Saturday at the Four Elements Festival! From left to right, we have the original owner, Ron Wheeldon, with current owners Andre and Adrian Wood in the center, and Ian Cook on the right.

The brewery in Port Alfred kicked off its journey in 1998 as The Coelacanth, and after Ian took the reins, it was renamed The Little Brewery in Wharf Street. Since the Wood brothers took over, they’re in the process of rebranding to Kraft Alchemy. But fear not, beer lovers – all your classic favorites are still here, with some exciting new beers brewing up as well!

Join us in raising a glass to history, community, and of course, great beer! Cheers!

Exciting news! Tomorrow, Rosy Regards will be at the Four Elements Festival in Wharf Street, Port Alfred. Come visit the...
18/04/2025

Exciting news!

Tomorrow, Rosy Regards will be at the Four Elements Festival in Wharf Street, Port Alfred. Come visit the amazing Debbie Johnson inside the RD McKenzie Art Gallery. She’ll have some of her beautiful greeting cards, gift tags, rosy reminder fridge notebooks, and delightful handmade rose soaps on display.

Don’t miss the chance to see her rose prints, inspired by her vintage rose garden at Edendale Farm, Fort Beaufort.

We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating local talent together!

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