Midrand is a thriving business hub situated along the N1 highway between Sandton and Centurion. Although its central location makes it an ideal destination for corporate travellers, Midrand remains a popular equestrian region with residential country estates and quiet back roads where tourists and holidaymakers can easily “get away from it all". Midrand has experienced a great deal of growth and modernisation in the last decade, mainly due to its excellent highway links. It is fast becoming a business nucleus large enough to rival that of Sandton – without the high rises – and there is now little break between the outskirts of Johannesburg and those of Pretoria. For a bit of nature appreciation, the Glen Austin Bird Sanctuary is home to many species of birds, including the Crimson Breasted Shrikes, Pied Barbet, Tit Babbler, and White and Abdims Storks. The Lory Park Animal and Owl Sanctuary is a small zoo that is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday. One of Midrand’s biggest attractions is Gallagher Estate, one of South Africa’s largest conference and exhibition facilities. Gallagher Estate can host up to 12,000 delegates in style and comfort, attracting both national and international clients.
