Ashton is a small town in the
Western Cape
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in
South Africa
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. The town is at the foot of the
Langeberg
The Langeberg Range is a mountain range in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Its highest peak is Keeromsberg at 2,075 m that lies 15 km northeast of the town of Worcester. Some of the highest peaks of the range are located just to ...
mountain range, 10 km southwest of
Montagu and 19 km east-southeast of
Robertson
Robertson may refer to:
People
* Robertson (surname) (includes a list of people with this name)
* Robertson (given name)
* Clan Robertson, a Scottish clan
* Robertson, stage name of Belgian magician Étienne-Gaspard Robert (1763–1837)
Places ...
. It is situated in a valley known for production of wines and fruit.
Ashton is known for its two canning factories, which boost its tourism. Ashton is also home to various tourist attractions, including vineyards and steam locomotives.
History
It was established in 1897 on the Roodewal farm and attained municipal status in January 1956. The town was named after the first station-master.
References
Populated places in the Langeberg Local Municipality
Populated places established in 1897
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