Artist Galleries & Studios
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 |
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
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 |
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! |
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.
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B&B's and Inns Local Theatre
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. |
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
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
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
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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. |
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 |
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
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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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!' |
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. |
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. |
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. |
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.
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for the Adventurous
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.
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Tea Rooms & Restaurant
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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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
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 |
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
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 |
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! |
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.
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Museums & Attractions Port Burwell
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. |
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 |
