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A bustling steampunk, Art Deco retail destination boasting local food, craft b**r Elgin w**e, fashion & leisure vendors and live music.
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All under one remarkable roof. A must-see is the arrival of the 80-year-old steam train from the deck. The Elgin Railway Market is within an old apple warehouse converted into a showpiece well worth a visit. The original building was built in the 1940's by Italian POW's. The concrete tapered columns and curved box gutters bear testimony to the skill of those bygone craftsmen. It has been extensively renovated and is the gateway to the beautiful Elgin Valley. The Ceres Rail company, with their stable of 80-year-old steam trains, operate a Cape Town to Elgin weekend return trip. The trains' arrival cannot be missed by children (and adults) as they roar in with thunderous whistling, puffing and hooting. Visitors to the market can greet the train on the station platform or view its arrival from the Market's leisure deck overlooking the railway platform. Check our website for the latest updates on our trading hours and plan a visit soon: https://www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za! We look forward to welcoming you.

02/11/2026

Walk past Simply Snacks without stopping and we may have to revoke your SA citizenship. 🇿🇦

Biltong, Greek olives, and coated nuts that tend to disappear before the car’s even started. Don’t ask why it works, it just does. Your drive home will thank you. 🙌

One stall of many, all under one roof right here at the Elgin Railway Market.

www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za

28/10/2026

Quick pronunciation lesson:
Elgin. L-Gin. Elgin. L-Gin.

Say it fast enough and you’ll end up exactly where you’re meant to be. 🍸

L-Gin is pouring at Elgin Railway Market, one of many reasons to make the trip over the pass this weekend. Grab a glass, wander the stalls, and see what else is waiting behind our doors. ✨

www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za

*Alcohol not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Enjoy responsibly.

23/10/2026

Your childhood is on these walls. 🚲

Did you have one, or did you just ride your friend’s?

Tucked inside the market is a whole room of Choppers: the high-rise handlebars, the long seat, the gear stick you weren’t allowed to touch. Bring the kids so they can finally see what you’ve been going on about all these years. Bring your folks too, they probably still remember what it cost. 😄

Tell us your Chopper story in the comments! 👇

www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za

19/10/2026

The Cape voted us the best market. Four times. 🏆

We could explain it… but honestly, you’d get it just as you walk through the doors.

Come see for yourself this weekend. 📅

👉 www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za

29/09/2026

You think you know what a market looks like. A few stalls, a coffee, home by lunch.

Then you walk into a steampunk, Art Deco warehouse in the Elgin Valley, and the afternoon disappears. Every corner is an extravagance of detail. Valley w**e in one hand, a bag you didn't plan on buying in the other, and the music plays on. ✨

Come visit us this weekend at the Elgin Railway Market and see what you've been missing. 🚂

23/09/2026

Heritage Day awaits 🇿🇦

Looking for a reason to skip your neighbour's braai? 👀

Ten minutes in, you've eaten. An hour in, you're upstairs holding a piece of jewellery you don’t want to leave without. Celebrate Heritage Day with us as you take your time wandering through the aisles and find something that makes your eyes sparkle and your heart happy. 🛍️❤️

Who are you bringing along? Let us know in the comments. 👇

*Alcohol not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Drink responsibly.

23/09/2026

Who are we seeing tomorrow? 👀

Braai Day in the Elgin Valley is different - and we're open. 🇿🇦

Bring the family, bring your friends, and come hungry. The grills are already going, with South African favourites and there's a playpark to keep the kids busy, craft shops to dig and rummage into, and all in the most incredible building in the country...side! 🔥

Make a day of it at Elgin Railway Market. 🚂

Who are we seeing next Thursday? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Looking for a reason to skip your neighbour's braai? 👀Ten minutes in, you've eaten. An hour in, you're upstairs holding ...

16/09/2026

Braai Day in the Elgin Valley is different - and we're open. 🇿🇦Bring the family, bring your friends, and come hungry. Th...

15/09/2026

09/09/2026

News straight off the boat at Salt & Sea. 🐟🌊

They're pouring one on the house when you order a combo and any other dish. A glass of Elgin Hills W**e. Or a South B**r. Or a cooldrink - entirely your call. 🍷

Bring your appetite to Elgin Railway Market this weekend! 🍽️

*Alcohol not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Drink responsibly.

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04/09/2026

You really don’t see this coming… and that’s half the fun. 👀✨

From the outside, Elgin Railway Market keeps things understated. Step inside and suddenly it’s buzzing tables, good food, local drinks, live music, and a whole lot more atmosphere than you bargained for. 🚂🍷

Come see what’s hiding in the Elgin Valley this Saturday & Sunday!

Address

Oak Avenue
Elgin
7180

Website

http://www.elginrailwaymarket.co.za/

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