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Artist Galleries & Studios


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PINECROFT
POTTERY ART CENTRE
8122 Rogers Rd. S., Aylmer
pinecroft.ca
519-773-3435
The PINECROFT POTTERY ART CENTRE offers a variety of  workshops with some of the country’s most well known potters. The construction of our  Wood Kiln will bring a new dimension to the teaching that we will be able to offer. Please visit our website for more information.
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SHELLEY McVITTIE'S GALLERY
46329 Sparta Line, Sparta
shelleymcvittie.com
226-773-0264
Transport yourself back to a simpler time, feel the warm embrace of an open fire. SHELLEY McVITTIE evokes these images of old fashioned country charm that are vividly reflected in her paintings. Her unique yet classic works have steadily gained popularity across Canada and around the world especially with her cross stitching charts, scrapbook paper and puzzles!
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the VILLAGE COLLECTIVE
46329 Sparta Line, Sparta
thevillagecollective.com
226-773-0264
The NEW VILLAGE COLLECTIVE  is now located in the 1838 Blacksmith’s John Ollie’s home and former library of Mrs. Ollie. Now home to some very
eccentric & gifted artists & artisans expressive in many styles & mediums. You won’t want to miss this in Sparta. Walking tour maps  available here

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PETER ROBSON STUDIOS 46340 Sparta Line, Sparta peterrobsonstudios.com 519-775-2522
"It is difficult to view PETER ROBSON'S  paintings and remain unaffected by their tranquillity, or by the sheer beauty of the Canadian landscape portrayed in the distinctive style. Also a
complete professional custom framing department. We offer unique and creative photo and print collages using our computerized mat cutter, ...

B&B's and Inns

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COMFORT INN, ST THOMAS
100 Centennial Ave., St Thomas
choicehotels.ca/cn0005
519-633-4082
COMFORT INN is a great locally placed Inn to rest & refresh with ‘free hot’ breakfast before your day spent touring the Back Roading Elgin Map
,Rooms feature televisions, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards. Refrigerators and microwaves are available upon request (extra charges apply) and a jacuzzi suite is available. Handicap accessible rooms are available and children under 18 always stay free with their parents

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CONNY'S B&B ON THE FARM
46075 Fruitridge Line, Sparta
bbcanda.com/10617.htm
519-775-0149
For those who love the farm and rural country calmness and vast acres we are your place to stay. CONNY'S  B&B ON THE FARM is central to all things Elgin and are the true gracious farm folks everyone likes to come home to. Wake up to a true 'Swiss Breakfast' after a very peaceful & quiet restfulness of the farm. Great start to your morning as you continue on exploring the back roads of Elgin

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KETTLE CREEK INN
216 Main St., Port Stanley
kettlecreekinn.com
519-782-3388
Historical 1849 Inn with 10 guest rooms and 5 luxury suites featuring whirl pools & gas fireplaces. Great pub on site and great pub food & fine dining. Gazebo and patio dining!
Nothing could be better than savouring  KETTLE CREEK INN’S Chef’s Temptations: be it the fresh lake Perch, Pickerel or an incredible burger  -  best  enjoyed in the gazebo! Love it? Plan to stay the night in one of their luxury suites!

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PINECROFT: SELMA'S CABIN
8122 Rogers Rd. S., Aylmer
pinecroft.ca
519-773-3435
Rest, Relax, shop & eat in a truly serene setting among the towering pines and picturesque waterfall. Visit the pottery studio, dine in the tearoom, enjoy live music or extend your stay overnight in PINECROFT'S SELMA'S  LOG CABIN  B&B.

                   B&B's and Inns                                            Local Theatre



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SWEET MAGNOLIA HOUSE B&B
236 Talbot St. E. Aylmer
sweetmagnoliahouse.com
519-765-3038
SWEET MAGNOLIA HOUSE B&B is a heritage home, built in 1870, and beautifully restored, full of charm & character. Located in  Aylmer on the Talbot Trail. It boasts 3 warm & inviting guest rooms, 2 ensuites,  1 with private 3 pc bathroom. Close to beaches, shopping & live theatre. You will surely fall in love with this B&B, the homemade breakfast and the small town welcoming.
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the WINDJAMMER INN
324 Smith St. Port Stanley
thewindjammerinn.com
519-782-4173
Just 2 blocks from sandy beaches, quaint shops, galleries, harbour, historical lift bridge, and scenic railway is the WINDJAMMER INN.Elegant and Comfortable B&B style rooms with Private Baths in Main House and Luxury Jacuzzi Suites in Carriage House.
Bistro on site features award winning
( Where to Eat in Canada) Modern Farmhouse  Cuisine featuring local products. Free Wireless Internet, Pet friendly.

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PORT STANLEY FESTIVAL THEATRE
6 - 302 Bridge St., Port Stanley
pstf.ca
519-782-4353
Come and celebrate our newly renovated theatre! PORT STANLEY’S FESTIVAL THEATRE  is a 200 seat
theatre located in the former Town Hall building on the North Shore of beautiful Lake Erie delightfully entertaining folks with professional live summer theatre and musical  concerts.
 


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                                                    Breweries & Wineries

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RAILWAY CITY BREWING COMPANY
130 Edward St., St Thomas
railwaycitybrewing.com
519-631-1881
"RAILWAY CITY BREWING CO. creates a series of locally handcrafted beers in St. Thomas, ON. Each beer is all natural, crafted in small batches, using only the finest ingredients with no artificial adjuncts or preservatives. The onsite retail store is open 7 days a week and offers a tap room as well as tours, samples daily."
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RUSH CREEKS WINES
48995 Jamestown Line, Aylmer
rushcreekwines.com
519-773-5432
A unique fruit winery RUSH CREEK WINES is  under new management that will maintain this community icon and introduce new fruit and grape wines. An expanded collectible store offers many rare collectibles for those so inclined. Must see.
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QUAI DU VIN ESTATE WINERY
45811 Fruit Ridge Line, St Thomas
quaiduvin.com
519-775-2216
Enjoy an afternoon of wine tasting at Elgin County’s premier estate winery, QUAI du VIN. Want more? Join in on a wine tour with the winemaker himself, or join the fun at one of their Summer Sounds Delicious concerts.”

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Boutiques


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CANADALE NURSERIES
269 Sunset Drive, St Thomas
519-631-7264
canadale.com
Find your style at CANADALE NURSERIES!  Among our selection you will find unique home décor that will compliment any style.  Choose from the latest designs in home décor, scented candles, silk flowers, unique gifts, decorated vases and pottery.   Whether you’re looking for wall art for your home or a gift for a special occasion, you will be sure to find the perfect item among our large and varied selection.
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CLOVERMEAD HONEY GIFT SHOP
11302 Imperial Rd N., Aylmer
519-773-5303
clovermead.com
 CLOVERMEAD HONEY GIFT STORE is a  country store filled with  honey, natural bee products, beeswax candles, maple syrup, and preserves, plus a whole world to explore in the Clovermead Settlement. Open year round with free honey samples at our honey tasting bar.
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SPARTA COUNTRY CANDLES
46361 Sparta Line, Sparta
519-775-0054
spartacandles.com
Founded by Pat & Mary Muscat in 1992, Anything Used is located in the historical village of Sparta in a general store built in 1838. Features 2 full floors of home decor & more plus the very popular SPARTA COUNTRY CANDLES
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STEED & COMPANY LAVENDER FARM SHOP
47589 Sparta Line, Sparta
steedandcompany.com
519-494-5525
This stunning STEED & CO. LAVENDER FARM boutique is not something one should miss. If you love lavender, enjoyed the farm setting, then go inside and be delighted with everything lavender.
 


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the VILLAGE COLLECTIVE
46329 Sparta Line, Sparta
theVillageCollective.com
226-773-0264
Located in the charming & quaint historic village of Sparta, ON is the VILLAGE COLLECTIVE. This former 1837 home of the Local Blacksmith fore tells, the Village Collective is a gathering shoppe featuring many eccentric & gifted local artists & artisans, expressive in many styles & mediums, all with their exquisite crafts featured in here - floor to  rafters. Take some time to stroll this one. Walking tours available here.
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VICTORIAN ELEGANCE
109 Talbot Line, Aylmer
victorianelegance.ca
519-773-3634
VICTORIAN ELEGANCE is a romantic boutique featuring the latest in ladies fashions, shoes, purses, jewellery,  dolls, bears, angels, hats, and a vast  array of ware worthy of  being heirloom-caliber gifts. Much of our selection of rarities & quaints will endure generations as telling remembrances of who we were.
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CREATIVE CREATIONS
29 Talbot St W., Aylmer
creativecreationsaylmer.vpweb.ca
519-857-4048
Focused on providing unique products as well as the highest level of customer satisfaction CREATIVE CREATIONS will do everything they can to meet your expectations. With a variety of items to choose from, we're sure you'll be happy taking the time to visit them

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GROOVY MOON
20 John St. S., Aylmer
groovymoon.com
519-694-8484
GROOVY MOON is where one will find all the Natural products handmade with love to soothe the soul and uplift the body. All of our products are hand made with love. Each batch is made with "Om" sound frequencies while cooling.
PLEASE NOTICE BELOW!!!
They make the best sleep remedy on the planet, which is also good for anxiety.


Farm Stops & Super Shops

Beach, Burgers & Writers


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HARRIS FLOWER FARM
42488 Ron McNeil Line, St Thomas
harrisflowerfarm.ca
519-668-9537
HARRIS FLOWER FARM, founded in 2011 by Janis & Mark Harris, is a small family operation specializing in growing a large assortment of bulb, annual, perennial and flowering branches. Located in the fertile soil of
Elgin County in southwestern Ontario, Harris Flower Farm grows fresh seasonal cut flowers for farmers' markets, weddings and events in St. Thomas, London and surrounding areas.

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DEBACKERE FARM MARKET
5680 Sunset Road, Union
debackerefarmmarket.ca
519-661-7519
DEBACKERE FARM MARKET  is family owned and operated. We take great pride and pleasure in providing you with the finest fresh local produce. From our family to yours. Go Local, Get Fresh."

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SIMPLY SCOOPS
38 Robinson St., Port Burwell
simplyscoops.com
519-874-1390
SIMPLY SCOOPS is a family friendly ice cream shop in Port Burwell serving top quality Shaw's ice cream (32 flavours)  tasty burgers & delicious  homemade fries crafted from Mooseberger Potatoes.
opens April 27th,for the 2018 Season
Sunday to Thursday - 11am to 9pm
Friday & Satudays - 11am to 9:30pm

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BRODY McVITTIE
Writer, published author
brodymcvittie.com
available in Chapters, Amazon, Indigo
'When it's all on the Line"
This break-through new Canadian author is taking his audiences by storm.  Look for BRODY McVITTIE novels on Amazon.ca; in stores - Indigo  \Chapters and on-line .4th and Goal is going mainstream as he offers his generation slightly skewed and irreverent takes on life, fitness and women. Great summer read for not the feeble.


More Farm Stops & Super Shops


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BERRY HILL FRUIT FARM
48937 Glencolin Line, Aylmer
berryhillfruitfarm.com
519-765-1752
"Make Our Garden - Your Garden! BERRY HILL FRUIT FARM Visit our on-farm stand for your fresh, seasonal fruit & vegetables, strawberries, raspberries, peaches, green beans, sweet corn, tomatoes and more!
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CANADALE NURSERIES
269 Sunset Dr., St Thomas
canadale.com
519-631-7264
CANADALE NURSERIES Ltd. offers the best selection of the world’s healthiest and freshest plant varieties. Create your dream garden with our colourful perennials, lush evergreens, flowering shrubs or ornamental trees. Our Garden Centre and 110-acre award-winning Nursery flourish with assortment all year long, so you’re bound to find that perfect item every time you visit.
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CLOVERMEAD HONEY GIFT SHOP
11302 Imperial Rd. N., Aylmer
clovermead.com
519-773-5503
CLOVERMEAD HONEY GIFT SHOP is a  country store filled with  honey, natural bee products, beeswax candles, maple syrup, and preserves, plus a whole world to explore in the Clovermead Settlement. Open year round with free honey samples at our honey tasting bar.
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HORTON FARMERS MARKET
Manitoba St., St Thomas
hortonfarmersmarket.ca
519-317-3398
Meet Me At the HORTON FARMERS MARKET on Saturday! Meet your friends and chat over a coffee, or introduce your kids to the farmers who grow the foods they eat! You’ll have fun connecting with your community and you can feel good knowing that your local grower has harvested the foods you’re feeding your family. Not only is it a healthy choice, but you are supporting your local farmers and economy, too

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HOWE'S on HIGHBURY FARM
MARKET & BAKERY
11143 Highbury Ave. S. St Thomas
howefamilyfarms.ca
519-633-9338
HOWE'S ON HIGHBURY FARM MARKET & BAKERY  features Howe's fresh produce as well as other local Ontario fruits and vegetables in season. Enjoy the homemade baking, fresh produce, decadent cheeses,
delicious preserves, meats and 'Meals to Go!'
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ELGIN FEEDS COUNTRY STORE
26 Beech St., Aylmer
elginfeeds.com
519-773-8481
Welcome to ELGIN FEEDS COUNTRY STORE in Aylmer, Ontario. Your go-to destination for feed, hardware, decor, plants, and much more!
Hugely popular is the ELGIN FEED COUNTRY STORE; a general store like times before where everyone met up when coming to town: picking up from the plethora of supplies. Still today as exciting as it was then. Lots to check out here.

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HOWE FAMILY FARM MARKET
48556 John Wise Line, Aylmer
howefamilyfarms.ca
519-773-3779
At HOWE'S FAMILY FARM MARKET they  offer a great selection of fresh, quality, delicious  seasonal fruits and vegetables.  Growing their own strawberries, cantaloupe, watermelons, squash, pie pumpkins, Halloween pumpkins, as well as garden vegetables such as lettuce, spinach, beans, peas, tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, sweet corn, and more….

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WILDFLOWERS TEA AND HONEY
42338 Fruit Ridge Line, St Thomas
wildflowerstea.com
226-926-6432
Along a tree lined drive, nestled in amongst the flowers and apiary sits our farm store, home of WILDFLOWERS Tea and Honey. Offering a variety of handcrafted herbal teas and herbal products, our own honey, cut flowers and local artisan foods. We also offer local organic produce in season.
Store is open on Saturdays 10am-2pm, or by appointment.
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SILVERTHORN LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES
46400 Talbot Line, St Thomas
silverthornlandscape.com
519-765-2379
Spread over 20 acres, SILVERTHORN LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES have all the components you need to create your vision of a truly magnificent haven of outdoor living.
Feel free to walk around the grounds and check out the ponds, Rain Water Harvest System, Inuksuk Area, Labryinth, Pondless Waterfalls and many other interesting displays. Whether you’re designing something big and spectacular or intimate and private – or a bit of both – you’ll find the ideas and the products at Silverthorn.

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STEED & COMPANY LAVENDER FARM
47589 Sparta Line, Sparta
steedandcompany.com
519-494-5525
ESCAPE to STEED & CO LAVENDER FARM, the premier grower of lavender in Elgin County located along the Ontario South Coast, just outside of the historical village of Sparta. Not only is the lavender farm part of a 45 acre horse farm nestled at the edge of the spectacular Carolinian forest and valley slope but it's entire scenery is reminiscent of Provence France.

for the Adventurous

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HORSESHOE J DUDE RANCH
32553 Erin Line, Fingal
duderanchontario.com
519-762-5402
The HORSESHOE J DUDE RANCH offers children’s summer horse camps , family camps, hourly trail riding by reservation (May - November) , birthday party packages, lessons and horse /pony clubs for more than 60 years. Indoor arena and many acres of beautiful trails.
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CLOVERMEAD ADVENTURE FARM
11302 Imperial Rd. N., Aylmer
clovermead.com
519-773-5503
CLOVERMEAD ADVENTURE FARM is a fun family destination that features live bee display hives, pedal go carts, farm animals, wagon rides, straw bale mountain, zip line, play zone slides, fort, rubber duck racing, goat bridge, rope swings, teatherball, picnic area, misting zone for hot days. Open June to October.
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ERIE FUN TOURS
PORT STANLEY
eriefuntours.com
519-943-3743
toll free 833-374-3386
Out of the sweetest little beach town on the planet, an idea emerged to take people on tours to the many, cool attractions in and around Elgin County and beyond. ERIE FUN TOURS takes you on wine tours, beer tours, shopping tours, concerts and more. We can even help you customize a tour for your group. Check out the website for details and we always welcome your comments, questions and concerns.

Tea Rooms & Restaurant


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GREEN FROG TEA ROOM
at PINECROFT
8122 Rogers Rd. S., Aylmer
pinecroft.com
519-773-3435
Rest, Relax, shop & eat in a truly serene setting amongst the towering pines and picturesque waterfall in the GREEN FROG TEAROOM AT PINECROFT.Visit the pottery studio, dine in the tearoom, enjoy live music or extend your stay overnight in our log cabin B&B.
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KETTLE CREEK INN
216 Main St., Port Stanley
kettlecreekinn.com
519-782-3388
Nothing could be better than savouring  KETTLE CREEK INN’S Chef’s Temptations: be it the fresh lake Perch, Pickerel or an incredible burger  -  best  enjoyed in the gazebo! Love it? Plan to stay the night in one of their luxury suites!
 

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NEW SARUM DINER
46320 New Sarum
Hwy # 3 and 74 Hwy
newsarum.com
519-773-3101
This year marks the 75th year for the Diner. NEW SARUM DINER is  truly are the oldest restaurant around !Casual family dining in a relaxing country atmosphere. Local memorabilia. Established in 1943. Banquet facilities Licensed and  full menu. Open 7 days a week-  8 am to 9 pm
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THE WINDJAMMER INN
324 Smith St., Port Stanley
thewindjammerinn.com
519-782-4173
Local fresh cuisine for everyone Dining at The WINDJAMMER INN is truly a food lover’s treat.
Freshly prepared – from preserves to pastry, each bite tells of the passion and care that went into it.
Our local farm network is growing all the time and we showcase these fine ingredients with seasonal menus and specials. Global inspiration meets Local sensibility!




          Ice Cream Parlour                                         Tourism Centres


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SIMPLY SCOOPS
38 Robson St., Port Burwell
simplyscoops.com
519-874-1390
SIMPLY SCOOPS is a family friendly ice cream shop in Port Burwell serving top quality Shaw's ice cream (32 flavours)  tasty burgers & delicious  homemade fries crafted from Mooseberger Potatoes.
opens April 27th,for the 2019 Season
Sunday to Thursday - 11am to 9pm
Friday & Satudays - 11am to 9:30pm
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SHAW'S ICE CREAM PARLOUR
6598 Sunset Rd., St Thomas
shawsicecream.com
519-631-2510
SHAW'S ICE CREAM PARLOUR has been a family favourite since 1948. We have maintained a legacy of creating the highest quality ice cream, using only the best ingredients including 100% Canadian Cream. Our family recipe brings you the classic taste that you remember from years past, full of tradition and simply the great taste you love. Thank you for choosing Shaw’s Ice Cream!
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ELGIN TOURIST &
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
450 Sunset Rd., St Thomas
elgintourist.com
519-631-1460 ext 168
If planning a trip to Elgin County this is a must see sight to see what all there is to do. They host the Savour Elgin Booklets & the Art Trail Booklet and do not forget to visit those exciting sites not in those books...
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RAILWAY CITY TOURISM
605 Talbot St., St Thomas
railwaycitytourism.com
519-631-1680 ext 4132
Make your plans to visit St. Thomas, Ontario!  Use the Railway City Tourism website as a portal to explore our unique railway heritage, extensive events schedule, and local food and arts culture.
Railway City Tourism was established in the year 2013 and located in the rejuvenated L&PS Corridor. 


Specialty Shop & Stop                                 Museums & Attractions

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HOLISTIC AWAKENINGS
DAY SPA
46349 Sparta Line, Sparta
holisticawakeningsdayspa.com
519-775-2606
HOLISTIC AWAKENINGS is an intimate DAY SPA located in the quaint historical village of Sparta. Designed to providing a spa experience defined by excellence ~ offering the unique combination of natural healing spa services & 
holistic body products.
Health is a state of complete physical, 
mental and social well-being, and not
merely the absence of disease or infirmity

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DOWLER KARN COLLECTION
43841 Talbot Line, St Thomas
dowlerkarn.com
519-631-3810
The DOWLER KARN COLLECTION Opened in the fall of 2010, the collection has over 10,000 memorabilia items that have been collected over the past 60 years. The collection features a wide range of items, including clear vision pumps, vintage signs, model trucks, oil cans, and a fully restored 1919 Ford Model T fuel tanker.

The collection is open to the public every Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm Admission is FREE!

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GAY LEA DAIRY MUSEUM
48075 Jamestown Line, Aylmer
cec-dairymuseum.com
1-888-773-2955
Owned and operated by Gay Lea Foods Co-operative Ltd., the museum offers a wide variety of dairy and agricultural artifacts  for people of all ages.With over 19,000 dairy related artifacts, great exhibits, 98 acres of Carolinian forest, trails, picnic area, and special activities such as making homemade ice cream for the children, GAY LEA DAIRY MUSEUM is a must see to visit and enjoy Seasonal hours, off season tours by appointment.
Open May to mid - Sept


Museums & Attractions Port Burwell

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HMCS OJIBWA SUBMARINE
3 Pitt St., Port Burwell
projectojibwa.ca
519-633-7641
HMCS OJIBWA was Canada’s first Cold War SUBMARINE, and is located in Port Burwell. Project Ojibwa is a significant reflection of the country’s naval history. The Oberon Class submarine is located to the east of the Port Burwell harbour, with plans to be transformed into a stunning Historic Ship Museum.
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HISTORIC LIGHTHOUSE
17 Robinson St., Port Burwell
bayham.on.ca
519-874-4807
The HISTORIC LIGHTHOUSE is one of Canada's oldest wooden lighthouses built in 1840.    Climb to the top  for a panoramic view.  It serves as a Tourist Information Centre.
Open Mid May to Labour Day.  10 am to 5:30 pm
Off season Tours, call 519-866-5521.

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MARINE MUSEUM
20 Pitt St., Port Burwell
bayham.on.ca
519-874-4807
The MARINE MUSEUM depicts the rich marine heritage and local history through displays and artifacts. Located across from the Historic Lighthouse.
Open Mid May to Labour Day. 10 am to 5:30 pm
Off season Tours, call 519-866-5521

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