It was established on the farm Goedgevonden in 1875 and attained municipal status in 1955. Named after Sir Garnet Joseph Wolseley, commander of the British forces in the Zulu War in 1879. Previously known as Ceres Road.
Blockhouse no 2
Blockhouse no 2 – at the Breede River in an orchard on private property. – The blockhouse was erected during the ABW 1899-1902. Known as an Elliot Wood Pattern blockhouse.
Railway Bridge no 2
Railway Bridge no 2 – next to R43 – The railway line from Cape Town reached Wolseley in 1876