Hobhouse on the Leeu River (a Tributary to the Caledon River) is a small town 90 km south-east of Bloemfontein in the Free State province of South Africa. It was established on the farm Poortjie in 1912 and named after Emily Hobhouse who laboured throughout the Anglo-Boer war to alleviate the suffering in the concentration camps. Hobhouse became a municipality in September 1913. The farming area produces maize, wheat, cheese and livestock. There are several caves and shelters in the district where visitors can see examples of San Bushman art.

From Bloemfontein, take the N8 East past Botshabelo and Thaba Nchu for 84 km. Turn south onto the R709 to Hobhouse (About 40 km).

ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation options includes B&B and self catering. (Aug-15).

FOOD:
Scrumptious meals are served in different coffee shop, restaurants and takeaway in the town. (May-15).

FUEL:
There is a BP Shell fuel stop in the town for petrol and diesel. (Aug-15).

INFORMATION AND POSTAL SERVICES:
There is no tourism office in the town. There is a post Office in the town for all the postal and courier services and banking as well. (Aug-15).

MONEY:
There is an FNB bank and ATM along in the town. (Aug-15).

PHARMACY/HOSPITAL/HEALTH CARE:
There is no hospital in Hobhouse town but there is the Hobhouse Municipal Clinic along Muller Street, Tel : +27(0)51 983 0107. (Aug-15)

POLICE:
Police contact added is for the SAPS in Hobhouse town. Emergency contact is 10111. (Aug-15).

SHOPPING:
There are general dealers and shops in this town. (Aug-15).

TRANSPORT:
Public transport is available with daily taxi browse to the nearby towns. (Aug-15).

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