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The Northumberland Shore
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Antigonish Farmers’ Market
Boasting a variety of locally grown organic fruits and vegetables, organic meats, maple syrup and more.
Dairy Queen-Westville
Serving ice cream, delicious meals, Orange Julius, and ice cream cakes. Happy Tastes Good!
Dairy Queen-New Glasgow
Serving ice cream, delicious meals, Orange Julius, and ice cream cakes. Happy Tastes Good.
Birchwood Campground
Birchwood Campground provides affordable campsites with access to a pool, restaurant, and more.
Jungle Jim’s Restaurant
A tropical atmosphere, fun food, great value, exotic drinks in a fun, high-energy setting.
Water Street Studio
Great selection of imported and locally made jewellery, handmade clothing and handwoven goods.
Northumberland Ferries Ltd. (Nova Scotia/PEI Ferry)
A 75-minute ferry between Caribou, Nova Scotia and Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island.
Pictou North Colchester Exhibition
A five-day event that lets you experience agriculture as a show in Pictou.
Annual Seafoam Lavender Festival
A two-day educational event for the whole family, all about lavender.
Art After Dark Festival
The festival draws from local artists, with the unique twist of having the event after dark.
Lucas Oil Pro Stock 150
This is the season finale at Riverside International Speedway with a day full of races.
Eastern Nova Scotia Exhibition
A five-day event that lets you experience agriculture as a show in Antigonish.
Nova Scotia Summer Fest
A celebration of the finest Nova Scotia seafood, wines, micro brews, music, art and more.
The Riverfront Jubilee
The Jubilee is a signature Nova Scotia music event and mainstay of the local tourism industry.
Festival of the Tartans & Highland Games
This event is sure to bring out the Scot in everyone, even those without Scottish roots!
Race on the River/Dragon Boat Festival
This festival introduces dragon boat racing to hundreds of people while raising funds for individual charities.
Provincial 55+ Games
An event featuring games of both physical and mental challenges, and at the same time provide a venue emphasizing social interaction.
Pride Pictou County Week
We believe that a diverse and pluralistic society is central to our community’s identity.
Westville Canada Day Celebrations
The whole town of Westville goes into full fun mode for the whole family!
Pre-Canada Day Celebrations
The whole town of New Glasgow celebrates Pre-Canada Day with fun for the whole family!
The Cove Motel & Restaurant
The Cove Motel offers comfortable rooms with 2 double beds or 1 king bed.
St. Francis Xavier University Hotel
Up to 1,218 residence units, occupied by students during the school year, are available for visitors during the summer.
Pomquet Beach Cottages
Located near the gates of Pomquet Beach Provincial Park, visitors will be treated to a three-mile sandy beach.
Antigonish Visitor Information Centre
The building features a visitor information centre, an Irving and KFC.
Red Sky Gallery
This gallery represents excellent local and provincial artists, potters, and jewellers.
Antigonish Art Fair Society & Arts House
The Antigonish Art Fair is a bi-weekly festival and market in Mid-June to August.
Antigonish International Film Festival
See award-winning documentary films which tell amazing stories of challenge, courage and creativity.
Westville Visitor Information Centre
This visitor information centre is located in the Cowan Street Circle K building.
Pictou County Wellness Centre
Featuring two ice surfaces, a walking track, and community conference space in a fully accessible sport and wellness complex.
Pictou County Roots Society
A great location to revisit family ties, heritage and history of Pictou County.
Seafoam Campground
Full service campground located on the Northumberland Strait, with 70 overnight and 60 seasonal sites.
Lansdowne Outdoor Recreational Development Association (LORDA)
A fully accessible recreational park, that has 15 overnight camping sites.
Harbour Light Trailer Court and Campground
Open and wooded campground on the ocean, with 112 overnight and 82 seasonal sites.
Linwood Harbour Campground
Full service, family camping retreat located on the Northumberland Shore.
Whidden Park Campground & Cottages
Family Campground & Cottage Accommodations in Downtown Antigonish.
Hyclass Ocean Campground
Quiet family campground with 74 sites, 2 rustic camp cabins with an ocean view, and a cottage for rental.
Pictou Lodge Beach Resort Restaurant
Oceanside dining and adventures abound. Reservations recommended.
Mrs. MacGregor’s Shortbreads
Using a generations-old family recipe, Mrs. MacGregor's Scottish Shortbread melts in your mouth.
Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery
A cozy, bustling neighbourhood pub with a focus on great local food and NS craft beer.
Justamere Café
A full-service restaurant specializing in steak and seafood, served in a comfortable atmosphere.
The Main Street Café & Lounge
Enjoy delicious breakfasts and dinners in an award-winning dining room.
Holiday Inn Express Stellarton-New Glasgow
Spacious guest rooms equipped with everything you need for a great stay, including a fridge and a microwave.
Travelodge Suites – New Glasgow
Guests will appreciate the warm, friendly atmosphere and exceptional customer service.
Sandstone Bed and Breakfast
This circa 1850 sandstone foundation farmhouse has two bedrooms with ensuite four-piece bathrooms.
Willow House Inn
Historic bed and breakfast with four spacious, well-appointed guest rooms and two suites.
Lionstone Inn
14 well-appointed rooms and 13 summer cottages, located just a five-minute drive from the P.E.I. Ferry.
Pictou Lodge Beach Resort
A variety of accommodations, oceanside dining room, fireside pub, and a variety of outdoor amenities.
Braeside Country Inn
The Braeside Country Inn is a 4 star Heritage hotel with a setting in a park overlooking the historic Pictou Harbour.
Ocean Front Shanties
Six 2-bedroom cottages each offer great views of St. Georges Bay, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, kitchens, and access to local attractions.
Maritime Inn Antigonish
Offers 32 full-service, four star guest rooms, with casual dining on location at the Main Street Cafe.
Coastal Inn Antigonish
Accommodations include 35 air-conditioned drive-up units featuring fridges, microwaves, Wi-Fi.
Claymore Inn & Suites
Accommodations include 74 deluxe, air-conditioned, environmentally friendly rooms, located in Antigonish.
Uncle Leo’s Brewery
Craft brewery in Lyons Brook, which specializes in crafting ales in the traditional style.
Sunny Cove Honey
Sunny Cove Honey produces honey and a variety of other products including, candles, and lip and body balms.
Nova Scotia Spirit Company
The Nova Scotia Spirit Company believes that everyone deserves a premium-quality spirit.
Proudfoot’s Home Hardware – Pictou
Tools, housewares, sporting goods, giftware, garden and automotive supplies.
Proudfoot’s Home Hardware – Stellarton
Tools, housewares, sporting goods, giftware, garden and automotive supplies.
New Glasgow Farmers’ Market
The market vendors provide home-grown, local produce and meats, baked goods and a wide variety of high-quality local art & crafts.
Auto Trim & Signs
Large format printings to small decals, for both business and personal graphic needs.
Highland Square Mall
Highland Square Mall is Pictou County's leading shopping destination, with over 50 stores.
Ahead of Hair & Seaside Treasure Trove
A full-service salon and spa with a sister gift shop just across the street.
The Kilted Chef
Join The Kilted Chef, Alain Bosse, on a culinary journey from the pasture, to the sea, to your plate.
Grohmann Knives Ltd.
Handcrafted Grohmann knives are recognized around the world for their beauty, balance, and quality. Free Factory Tours.
Christensen’s Vegetable Farm
Small family farm producing fresh and high quality organic fruit and vegetables.
Steinhart Distillery
Local craft distillery on the shores of the Northumberland Strait. Distillery tours available, as well as a restaurant on site.
Eckova Film and Media Production
Writing, photography, and video for travel destinations, non-profits, and small businesses.
Seafoam Lavender Company & Gardens
Family-run lavender farm with a wide range of natural lavender products.
Knoydart Farm
Knoydart Farm produces organic cheese curds and cheddar cheeses in a variety of flavours.
Antigonish Market Square
Northeastern Nova Scotia's main retail destination with shops and services for everyone.
Lismore Sheep Farm Wool Shop
A wide selection of beautiful, locally made wool, sheepskin products and wooden knitting needles.
The Posh Peppermint Home & Gifts
Quaint shop on Main Street specializing in home products, gifts, jewellery, and seasonal decorations.
Festival Antigonish Summer Theatre
Celebrating 32 years of high-quality and award-winning professional theatre!
Antigonish Highland Games
The Games feature athletic competitions such as the Elite Mile, Scottish Heavy Events, and Tug-O-War.
Smith Rock Chalets
An award-winning, mountaintop retreat that offers a spectacular panoramic view of Pictou County.
Amet View Chalets
Six two-bedroom cedar log chalets, each with full kitchen facilities, barbecue, satellite TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi.