River Club St Francis Bay

Eastern Cape



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Known for
sports, wellness and dining by the Kromme River
Local tip
A meal can be combined with a sports activity or wellness session for a fuller St Francis Bay outing.

River Club St Francis Bay is a sports, wellness, dining and events venue beside the Kromme River in St Francis Bay, Eastern Cape. Its facilities bring several forms of recreation and leisure together in one setting, with a relaxed atmosphere suited to both active visits and quieter social time.

Dining is centred on a restaurant and bar, providing a place for meals, drinks and informal gatherings. The venue’s setting alongside the river adds a waterside element to the experience, while sports activities create an energetic backdrop. Dining can also form part of a wider visit that includes pool-based activities, padel or time in the wellness facilities.

Sports facilities include padel, swimming and water polo, with options that support both participation and social sporting occasions. The wellness offering includes a gym and studio, as well as access to a biokineticist, chiropractor and hyperbaric oxygen chamber. These facilities give the venue a practical focus on fitness, recovery and general wellbeing.

River Club also caters for occasions beyond everyday recreation. Weddings, conferences and private events are hosted on the premises, with spaces suited to smaller business meetings as well as larger gatherings. The venue can accommodate corporate functions, gala dinners, awards evenings and other organised occasions. A kids camp adds another family-focused element to the wider offering.

Backpacking accommodation is available for visitors looking to stay in St Francis Bay. The combination of accommodation, dining, sport and wellness makes River Club suitable for families, active visitors, sports participants, social groups and event guests. It also works for a straightforward meal or drink in a setting connected to the river and the wider St Francis Bay lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

River Club is located at Candlewood Cl, St Francis Bay, 6312, beside the Kromme River.
The venue suits families, active visitors, sports participants, social groups and guests attending organised events.
Listed activities include padel, swimming and water polo, along with gym and studio sessions.
Yes. Weddings, conferences, private events, corporate gatherings, gala dinners and awards evenings can be hosted at the venue.
Yes. River Club offers backpacking accommodation in St Francis Bay.
Dining arrangements and reservations should be confirmed directly with River Club before arrival.
Guests with dietary requirements should confirm suitable dining arrangements with River Club in advance.
Seating arrangements should be confirmed directly with River Club before a visit.
Dining and activity times should be confirmed directly with River Club before arrival.

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