Mungo Mill

On Friday the 17th of November we celebrated the official opening of the new Mungo Mill – It was an overwhelming occasion for everyone at Mungo to see the culmination of many years of planning and work. The building has been self-funded by Mungo and was conceptualized years ago. Ground was finally broken and the build started in January 2017. Already it seems to have become a new landmark in Plettenberg Bay, towering proudly over the landscape at Old Nick Village on the N2.

The mill has not only become our new thriving hub of production, but also the embodiment of our commitment to transparency in what we make and do. We strive to help shape and uphold the standards of sustainable production. We challenge the idea that value is a product of price. We don’t compromise on production methods or cost of raw materials when it comes to producing a quality product. We believe strongly that what we create and the manner in which we create it will filter down to the end user and help to improve the world we live in – Dax Holding

The new Mungo Mill was designed by Architect Andrea Cristoforetti. Where possible, it is built using materials and contractors that are local to the area. One of the most distinguishable characteristics of the building is a wooden slatted ‘skin’ that wraps around an elevated walkway running along the front. It was inspired by the overlapping warp threads and angles seen on the heddles of a loom. The curved façade also emulates fabric folds. Visitors enter through a set of arched glass doors and can walk through the production process from weaving to CMT. A large central, double volume room houses our collection of 16 restored looms from different weaving eras and can be seen from an elevated viewing deck that weaves from the walkway into the mill. Outside, a water feature snakes around the entrance and under the ‘skin’ of the building.

Looking to the future, we have already planned a second phase which will house all our warping equipment as well a museum which will showcase the history of weaving from preindustrial revolution to present day.

Guided Tours of the Mungo Mill

The Mungo Mill is open 9 – 5pm weekdays for visitors to experience the looms and CMT in full action. Our doors are open on the weekends too, and we are hosting a behind behind the scenes walkabouts of the Mill.

This winter, you can experience a part of the Mungo production process and the transparency in which Mungo cloth is made. We have launched guided tours every Saturday and Sunday at 11:30. You can wander between the looms with the founder, our director or designer and engage with the weaving process to experience the age-old art of weaving from pre-industrial revolution to present day. An insightful and interesting experience for all.

Saturday & Sunday mornings at 11.30am
No booking necessary, just meet at the entrance of the Mill
Tours are approximately 1 hour long

For large groups and alternative times please contact us to book. hello@mungo.co.za