Soetendal Estate

Soetendal Estate Thoroughbred estate offering specialised pre-training,
spelling & rehabilitation, sales prep & boarding of broodmares in Wellington, Western Cape.

Situated 15km northwest of Wellington, off the R44, Soetendal Estate is a beautiful property set facing the dramatic mountains of the Limietberg, offering stunning scenic views on all sides. The farm is easily accessible by tarred roads. Founded in 1852, the farm is a National Heritage Site. At Soetendal, we provide the thoroughbred owner, trainer and breeder a range of superior services, including:
- backing and pre-training
- yearling sales preparation
- spelling
- rehabilitation and post-operative care
- permanent boarding of broodmares
- foaling down and weaning
- transportation of mares to all sires in the Western Cape
- retirement. Our facilities include:
- fifty stables in four separate barns
- a dedicated foaling unit with overhead glassed-in viewing area
- well-secured irrigated grass paddocks
- high rings suitable for colts or rehabilitating horses
- lunge rings
- 800m sand track
- starting stalls
- exercising areas: hills, firm and soft going
- winter oat pastures. We are situated 15 minutes away from Wellington Animal Hospital and 45 minutes from Drakenstein Veterinary Clinic. Members of our staff are motivated and keen to maintain the high standards that Soetendal has become known for.

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate SHEZARIPPER!
23/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate SHEZARIPPER!

Congrats to the connections of Soetendal graduate SEVEN NO TRUMP!
23/02/2026

Congrats to the connections of Soetendal graduate SEVEN NO TRUMP!

Congratulations to the connections of this Soetendal graduate!
23/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of this Soetendal graduate!

Presenting Soetendal's draft for the Bloodstock South Africa Cape Yearling Sale, to be held at SARDA in Constantia on 1 ...
16/02/2026

Presenting Soetendal's draft for the Bloodstock South Africa Cape Yearling Sale, to be held at SARDA in Constantia on 1 March:
Lot 71 C**t by Kommetdieding ex Second Voice (Captain of All) - a stunning first foal with Captain Al on both sides of his pedigree.
Lot 138 Filly by Pathfork ex Deputy Ryder (Go Deputy) - a great pedigree match on paper, and a filly with tremendous scope.

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate TALK TO THE MASTER!
15/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate TALK TO THE MASTER!

Soetendal graduates on fire at Durbanville today, winning the first four races:Race 1: EBISU (One World), for Krish and ...
14/02/2026

Soetendal graduates on fire at Durbanville today, winning the first four races:
Race 1: EBISU (One World), for Krish and Clemence Nagendran, Lucinda Woodruff and breeders Klawervlei Stud
Race 2: PEACHES AND CREAM (Gimmethegreenlight) for Messr Nestadt, Barnard, MacLean and Gary Player Stud Farm (Pty) Ltd , Bass Racing Stables and breeders VS Varsfontein
Race 3: BONELLI (Master of my Fate) for Neville Isdell, Bass Racing Stables, bred by the late Pamela Isdell
Race 4: AMAYAH (Vercingetorix) for Mr Blain Kondiah, Bass Racing Stables, and breeders Avontuur Estate and Mr and Mrs Amm
Amayah is pictured here as a two year old in pre-training.

Congratulations to all the connections!

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate WORLD CHOICE, winning his maiden in fine style!
13/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate WORLD CHOICE, winning his maiden in fine style!

🇿🇦 13 February - Race 4🏇🏼

⭐️ WORLD CHOICE (One World - Designer’s Choice)
Owner: Messrs E R Gertenbach, J V A Strydom, Mrs M O Strydom & Money Talks Syndicate (Nom: Mr J V A Strydom)
Breeder: Ascot Stud (Pty) Ltd
Trainer: Jacques Strydom
Jockey: Chase Maujean

13/02/2026
12/02/2026

The Cape Yearling Sale is renowned for producing quality race horses over the years! We are sure that this year will be no different!
There are 140 lots on offer, including the half brother to recent Listed winner, BABELICIOUS.

View the catalogue here: https://bsa.co.za/event/cape-yearling-sale-10/ #/

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate KLEIN KAROO on his maiden win yesterday!
12/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate KLEIN KAROO on his maiden win yesterday!

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate DOUBLE DASH L, chalking up her 2nd win in fine style!
12/02/2026

Congratulations to the connections of Soetendal graduate DOUBLE DASH L, chalking up her 2nd win in fine style!

FRENCH TRIP (Trippi) chalks up his fourth career win - congratulations to the connections!
08/02/2026

FRENCH TRIP (Trippi) chalks up his fourth career win - congratulations to the connections!

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Soetendal Road
Wellington
7654

Telephone

0823179474

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