TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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April
Sunderland’s most popular and well-loved attraction, the Maple Syrup Festival, is a big deal. With locally sourced and created maple syrup, the whole family will love the spectacle during the winter/spring maple syrup season.
The town of Sunderland closes roads so that visitors can enjoy the whole streets worth of vendors and attractions. Definitely a gem of Sunderland!
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September
Locals and visitors alike gather for the annual 100-year-old Sunderland Agricultural Fall Fair. Originating in 1851, it is the oldest fair in the Durham Region.
It has always been a mid-week fair that focuses on our youth. It originated as the Sunderland Rural Fair, with the first day dedicated to children.
The fairground is located in the northwest corner of the village, directly north of our picturesque Town Hall and Cenotaph.
Photos: https://www.agfair.ca/
The Sunderland Town Hall Clock is a freestanding clock installed on a pole. The clock is much smaller than the Sunderland Town Hall Clock in England, with a single face measuring around 2 feet in diameter.
The clock mechanism is electric, and the local hydroelectricity grid powers it. The clock is quite accurate, and the town’s maintenance department regularly maintains it to ensure that it remains in good working order.
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The Sunderland & District Historical Museum is run by a group of dedicated volunteers devoted to maintaining and preserving the museum’s collection of artifacts and records that reflect the local history.
The museum is a living record of the life and stories of the town and district of Sunderland. A great spot to learn about a slice of the past.
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Fans of the classic chip truck will love Kelly’s Fish and Chips. This traditional fast food chip truck is perfect for a fast, tasty, guilty pleasure meal at your convenience. Most known for their fish and chips, Kelly’s Fish & Chips truck is also pleased to offer burgers, fries, and other traditional pub food.
Come by and enjoy a fast and delicious lunch.
Photo: https://restaurantguru.com/Kellys-Fish-and-Chips-Sunderland-Ontario-2 Â
Fans of freshly cut meat will love Nonno Luigi’s Country Meats. This family-owned and operated butcher shop has been supplying residents of Sunderland, Ontario, with fine cuts for over 30 years. Locally renowned, you won’t be disappointed in your service or choice when visiting Sunderland.
In need of a professional portrait, family photos, greeting cards, or any other picture-related themes? Look no further than Marlen James Photography. This local photographer specializes in finding the perfect style, setting, and atmosphere to make you feel beautiful and confident in front of the camera.
Photo: https://www.weddingwire.ca/wedding-photography/marlen-james-photography–e3695
The Buzzing Bees Adventure Farm is a new, family-friendly farm in Sunderland, Ontario. The farm features a 9-acre corn maze, pumpkin patches, and fun activities like pedal karts, mini mazes, pumpkin bowling, and much more.
A great spot for friends, family, and kids to enjoy a traditional fall farm experience. A must-see on your visit through Sunderland.
Photo: https://www.facebook.com/BuzzingBeeFarm/
The Beaver River Wetlands Conservation Area is a 500-hectare wilderness oasis near Sunderland, Ontario. The conservation area features one of the largest intact wetland complexes in the Lake Simcoe watershed.
Come visit to experience the 34 km of fully accessible, smooth limestone, winter-groomed trails!
