Mount Moreland l Mark Raubenheimer l Pigeons | Mount Moreland Lofts

Mount Moreland, the location of Mark Raubenheimer’s Mount Moreland lofts of champion racing pigeons, is an area with such a rich and colorful history. In 1850, Mount Moreland was established by John Moreland, who was the Byrne settler agency land surveyor. Moreland was insistent that settlers retain their identity as a co-operative emigration. These Byrne emigrants were thus settled north of Umdloti, with a second village being established near Verulam. This site was chosen by eight old colonists, who also named the area, Mount Moreland. It was situated atop a little hill, quite close to a lake. Whilst a few houses, a small church and hotel were built, the area did not enjoy a long life. The main reason for the failure of a sustainable town was due to the people who settled there not being agriculturally minded.

Although a failure as a settlement, Mount Moreland has been perfect for Mark Raubenheimer and his pigeons. Over the period from 25 to 30 September 1987, parts of Natal were ravaged by heavy rains. The Umdloti River was transformed into a powerful body of water due to the Hazelmere Dam filling up and overflowing. Fortunately, the only parts of Mount Moreland, that were affected were the low lying roads.The area is now owned by the Tongaat Hulett Company and is covered in sugarcane. The lake at Mount Moreland has since been drained but the Umdloti River still runs through the area. Mount Moreland was later re-established as a township during the 1970’s. This was due to the need for housing in close proximity to the prospective airport being built there.

Mark Raubenheimer opted for the eco-friendly scheme of Mount Moreland for the Mount Moreland lofts. With such a great deal of emphasis being placed on open spaces and the surrounding wetlands, it’s no wonder why anyone would choose this setting to cultivate their passion in life.

Here at Mount Moreland, Mark Raubenheimer has already bred a number of pigeons of enviable pedigree, real champions! Mount Moreland has been currently rezoned, which makes it an investment opportunity for those with future development prospects. Having already been established as a tourist attraction due to the arrival and roosting of close to 3 million Barn swallows, Mount Moreland is definitely a place that you should visit.

Contact Mark on +27837901708 or raubenheimerl.m@telkomsa.net