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Monday 08:00 - 16:45 Tuesday 08:00 - 16:45 Wednesday 08:00 - 16:45 Thursday 08:00 - 16:45 Friday 08:00 - 16:45 Saturday 08:30 - 13:00

Woodheads

Woodheads is Cape Town's original leather merchant since 1867. Leather craft and leather supplies. Game skins and sheepskin.

Finished leather goods and KARU sheepskin slippers

03/09/2026

Spring has arrived in Cape Town, and it feels right to get outside and enjoy it together for our annual Spring Walk.
📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
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02/09/2026

Limited stock available on our Veg Tan Shoulder Promotion. Available while stocks last.

Stock up now on our full range of veg-tan shoulders. Available across five substances to suit every project: 1.4/1.6mm, 1.8/2.0mm, 2.4/2.6mm, 3.0/3.2mm, and 3.4/3.6mm, covering everything from lightweight linings to heavier structural pieces.

Every shoulder carries the same trusted veg-tan quality — tight fibre, natural character, and that beautiful patina that only gets better with time.
Natural available from R4.50 per dm² excluding VAT.
Colours available from R5.25 per dm² excluding VAT.
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31/08/2026

From lightweight linings to sturdy bags and straps, our veg-tan shoulders offer the range and reliability makers need. Firm structure, tight fibre, and that natural patina that only gets better with time.
Available from 1.4mm to 3.8mm substances, in Tan, Brown and Black from R5.10 per dm² excluding VAT.

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28/08/2026

Our double butts provide the strength, and our pig suede linings bring the softness.
Durable, breathable, and built to perform on the inside just as well as the leather performs on the outside.
Unlike heavier leather linings, pig suede keeps the overall weight of a finished bag down, without compromising on toughness.
Available in a curated range of colours from R1.73 per dm² excluding VAT.
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26/08/2026

Our D-rings and O-rings pair perfectly with our double butts, secure attachment points for bags, belts, and harness work. Our rings add a considered, functional detail to finished goods, providing hardware that looks as good as it works.

Available in a curated range of sizes and finishes.
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25/08/2026

Premium Leather Bags start with Double Butts. Firm, durable, and made to age beautifully, our Double Butts is the ideal leather to craft luxury leather bags.

Natural available from R10.20 per dm² excluding VAT.
Choc, Tan and Black available from R10.95 per dm² excluding VAT.
📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
📞 +27 31 709 3408 (KZN)
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24/08/2026

Our double butts are a favourite for makers who want authentic character paired with reliable performance.
Natural available from R10.20 per dm² excluding VAT.
Choc, Tan and Black available from R10.95 per dm² excluding VAT.

📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
📞 +27 31 709 3408 (KZN)
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21/08/2026

Grab our veg-tan culattas, tubular rivets, and a buckle from our range. Cut your strap, punch, rivet it together with our tubular rivet hand tool to create a belt made entirely by you.
No stitching needed. Just solid, hands-on leathercraft.

📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
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20/08/2026

Add initials, names, or a custom design to your belt with our laser engraving and digital printing services. Crisp detail, built to last, and made just for you.

Whether engraved or printed, the finish is built to hold up to daily use, ageing naturally alongside the leather itself.

📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
📞 +27 31 709 3408 (KZN)
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19/08/2026

Pick your strap. Pick your buckle. Get measured for a perfect fit. Watch your custom belt come together right in front of you.
Only at Woodheads Cape Town.

📞 +27 21 461 7185 (Cape Town)
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Address

29 Caledon Street
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:45
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:45
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:45
Thursday	08:00 - 16:45
Friday	08:00 - 16:45
Saturday	08:30 - 13:00

Website

http://www.woodheads.co.za/

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