Nestled in the heart of the Elgin Valley, Errigal Farm stands as a beacon of agricultural heritage and sustainable living. With its roots stretching back to the early-1900s, this 100-hectare fruit farm has evolved from a humble beginning into a flourishing estate, renowned for its high-quality produce and commitment to the land.
The farm's journey into the modern era began in 2013 when Lowry and Babette Craig took the reins. Lowry, an ex-veterinarian from Raphoe in Ireland, has always harbored a deep love for space, nature, trees, views, and antiques, coupled with an enthusiasm for embracing challenges. His wife, Babette, hailing from Zimbabwe, and having met Lowry while studying linguistics at Trinity College Dublin, shared his vision. After spending 40 years in the west rand of Johannesburg where they ran a very successful veterinary practice and kennels in between raising three strongly charactered boys, the couple decided to embark on a new adventure to a place they loved, Elgin in the Western Cape.

Upon acquiring the farm, then known as Arumdale, Lowry and Babette faced a daunting task. The property was in a state of neglect, requiring extensive renovation and revitalization. Undeterred, they spent four years refurbishing the manor house and a decade restoring the land to productivity. Their efforts have transformed Errigal Farm into a magical piece of land, which is now ready to be shared with the world.

As Lowry famously says ‘ You just can’t rush these things!”