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Enjoy summer all over Norfolk!
There is so much to do in Norfolk County.
For residents, plan a ‘staycation’ and
travel to some of the many unique shops,
restaurants and destinations and hopefully
find a few places you’ve never been
to before! Visitors can plan a visit that will
have you coming back again and again to
enjoy all that Norfolk offers.
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Discover Norfolk magazine
is published by
Port Dover Maple Leaf Limited,
351 Main St, Box 70, Port Dover N0A 1N0
519-583-0112; info@portdovermapleleaf.com
Compensation has been received
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Many photos, including cover photos,
are courtesy of Earl Hartlen.
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Explore
Port Dover,
Waterford,
Simcoe,
Turkey Point,
Long Point,
and more!
You are visiting
and exploring
Norfolk County
when there is so
much to do and see
Our charming community welcomes
visitors year-round, but in the summer
months the buzz increases and warm
days can be filled with adventures!
Take advantage of all that is available.
Festive celebrations are held in towns
across Norfolk that honour the traditions
of the area.
Our unique shops offer a wide selection
of goods, and you can buy beautiful arts
and crafts made right here in Norfolk.
The restaurants offer something for
everyone and the growing wineries and
craft breweries offer a pleasant visit.
Relax and enjoy the slower pace of life.
Create memories you’ll cherish for years
to come!
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Shopping & dining in Simcoe
Shop, dine and enjoy yourself in Simcoe.
Norfolk’s largest community offers a wide
range of retail stores and services with
many unique and specialty shops. In the
downtown are century old churches, Lynnwood
Arts centre, a cinema and Norfolk
County’s historic administration building.
“The Queensway” along Hwy. 3 in Simcoe
offers shoppers a wide variety of popular
stores and restaurants to visit.
The Barrel Pizza and Pasta
131 Queensway W, Simcoe
You can celebrate the flavour of old Italy at
The Barrel restaurant in Simcoe, open daily
for dine-in, take-out, patio and delivery.
People leave comments about the “incredible
flavour and authenticity” of The Barrel
and their “great experience and service.” The
menu is familiar yet distinctive with many
fresh and tasty dishes, often featuring local
ingredients. Timeless falvours for everyone!
Norfolk County Fair and Horse Show
South Drive, Simcoe
Make plans to visit the Norfolk County Fair &
Horse Show from October 3rd to 9th. One of
the largest fairs in Ontario, Norfolk County
Fair features agricultural displays, craft
exhibits, food vendors, art shows, competitions,
midway rides, and fun for everyone.
Each year, star performers entertain at the
grandstand. You will see horses, ponies,
sheep, cattle, poultry and much more. Norfolk
County Fair in Simcoe is ranked among
the province’s top events to visit.
Crystal Lake at
Grant Anderson
and Wellington
Parks in Simcoe is
part of an extensive
park system for visitors
to enjoy.
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Jensen Cheese
37 Evergreen Hill Road, Simcoe
Jensen Cheese is an award winning cheddar
cheese manufacturer. Its head office and
storage facility are located in Simcoe and its
factory is in Wilton, Ontario. The family-run
business specializes in artisan crafted fine
cheddar aged in underground storages.
Cheddar is held up to five years and sometimes
longer. Their no nonsense approach
to manufacturing laid out by patriarch and
master cheese maker Arne Jensen in 1925
carries on today. Jensen Cheese manufactures
Colby, marble, specialty brick, and
cheddar cheeses.
Norfolk Carillon Tower
201 Norfolk St. North
The Carillon Tower is Norfolk’s War Memorial
and features performances during the summer.
Located in Simcoe’s beautiful downtown
park along the Lynn River, the carillon
was the second
to be installed in
Canada and was
dedicated in 1925.
The stone tower is
60 feet high and
contains 23 bells
from 1,568 lbs. to 60
lbs. Combined, the
8,561 lbs of bells toll
each hour.
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Simcoe History
After visiting in 1795, Lieutenant-Governor
Simcoe granted local land to Aaron Culver.
A hamlet formed by 1812 but was razed by
Americans in 1814. From 1819-23, Culver
laid out a village which he named “Simcoe.”
LYNNWOOD ARTS
Built in 1850 for Duncan Campbell, Simcoe’s
first postmaster, the home was donated to
the town of Simcoe in 1902. In 1972, the
building was designated a National Historic
Site of Canada and became Lynnwood
Arts Centre. Today, Lynnwood Arts is an
active, inclusive and accessible space for
workshops, events, children’s programming,
and exhibitions. Lynnwood Arts houses a
permanent collection of over 800 works and
features local, regional and national artists.
21 Lynnwood Ave, Simcoe
(519) 428-0540, www.lynnwoodarts.ca
Lynn Valley Trail
Simcoe to Port Dover
The Lynn Valley Trail is located on the former
CNR rail line established along the pioneer
river trail in 1873. The rail line was abandoned
in 1988 and the trail was officially
opened in 1993. The trail runs almost 12 km
from Simcoe to Port Dover with a mid-way
entry point at Blueline Road and St. John’s
Road. The trail is typically covered by trees
and shaded from the sun. Learn more about
the trail at www.lynnvalleytrail.com.
Simcoe Lions Ice Cream Festival
During the final week of July, Wellington
and Grant Anderson Parks feature a selfserve
ice cream buffet. Cool-off and enjoy!
Christmas Panorama
Downtown Parks
For over 60 years, tens of thousands of
Christmas lights and themed displays have
transformed Simcoe’s Grant Anderson,
Wellington, and Clifton Parks into a winter
wonderland during the holidays. Enjoy the
festivities by walking through the parks or
riding in a horse-drawn trolley. The lights
run nightly from December until the first
week of January from 6 to 10 p.m.
Simcoe Heritage Friendship Festival
Downtown Parks
Every Civic Holiday weekend in August,
Simcoe’s Grant Anderson, Wellington and
Clifton Parks are filled with music, food, arts
and crafts as residents and visitors come to
enjoy a summertime festival of friendship.
Simcoe Farmers’ Market
Norfolk County Fairgrounds
The Farmers’ Market is open every Thursday
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. all year round. There
are 30 to 50 vendors and available products
range from fresh produce, cheese, meat and
eggs to apple cider, honey and home-baked
pies. The market also has a craft-section
featuring pottery, woodwork, sewing, soaps
and more. Check it out!
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PORT DOVER
Enjoy the waterfront or visit the many
shops offering a wide range of merchandise.
Walk and explore the unique stores
and boutiques offering one-of-a-kind
shopping experiences. Try one of the many
restaurants. Fresh Lake Erie fish is a local
favourite, but restaurants have wide and
varied menus.
Lighthouse Theatre
247 Main Street, Port Dover
Come try “small town theatre at its best.”
One of Ontario’s most successful professional
summer theatres with a Canadian
comedy playbill from May to September,
Lighthouse Theatre is gaining larger
audiences every year. In 2023, the playbill
features Come Down From Up River, On the
Air, Bed & Breakfast, Where You Are, A Pack
of Thieves, and Opry Gold.
247 Main Street, Port Dover, 519-583-2221
www.lighthousetheatre.com
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The Waterfront
Lake Erie’s Long Point Bay provides a beautiful
backdrop for Port Dover. Generations of
visitors have been drawn here to the water.
Many accommodations are located close
enough to the waterfront that the waves
can be heard rolling in on the beach. The
harbour area shops and restaurants are sure
to please every visitor.
The Arbor
101 Main St.,
Port Dover
The Arbor is a
century-old Port
Dover institution.
Foot-long Ritz Red
Hots dressed with
assorted relishes,
fresh cut French
fries, Golden Glow
drinks and ice cream
attract thousands of visitors for a quick and
tasty meal. Just across from the restaurant is
Arbortown Mini Golf for summer family fun.
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Burning of Dover - War of 1812
Prospect Street near Main Street
On May 14, 1814, about 800 American
regulars and militia disembarked along
the lakefront. The following day, meeting
no opposition, they marched and burnt
the settlement of Dover and ravaged the
surrounding countryside. Private dwellings
were destroyed and livestock slaughtered.
Local folklore says one house on Prospect
St. was spared for feeding the soldiers.
Stoney’s Home Hardware
322 Main St., Port Dover
People often say “if you can’t get it at
Stoney’s Hardware, you don’t need it!” The
store offers all kinds of items for the home
and garden, sporting goods, and plenty of
paint. Big and small, it’s all there! Stoney’s
has proudly served the Port Dover community
for over 60 years.
River Rider
Starts at the pier
Enjoy seeing Port Dover from the water on a
one-hour scenic tour up the Lynn River past
the Yacht Club, some of Port Dover’s finest
homes and into the Black Creek nature
reserve. Ideal for all ages.
Fisherman’s Catch
18 Walker Street
Fisherman’s Catch is a family-style restaurant
located just down the street from the beach
in Port Dover. A great spot to try local food!
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Port Dover Harbour Museum
44 Harbour St., Port Dover
Open Wednesday to Saturday year-round
Learn all about commercial fishing, tall
ships, rum-runners and Lake Erie shipwrecks.
Part of the museum is an original
fisherman’s net shanty. Galleries present exhibits
on the days of commercial sailing as
well as Lake Erie shipwrecks, including The
Atlantic, ship building, rum running, and
other aspects of lakeside life. The 1932 fish
tug Almidart can be seen outside the museum
along with the new engine display.
350th Anniversary of Wintering of
Dollier and Galinée in 1669
The large
cross on its
lofty site
overlooking
the lift bridge
was unveiled
in 1922.
Its bronze
plaques tell
the story of two Jesuit priests, Dollier and
Galinée, who set out from Montreal on
an expedition into the interior of North
America along with seven Indigenous voyageurs.
Believed to be the first Europeans to
visit this area, they claimed the land for King
Louis XIV of France. The group wintered in
Port Dover along the creek. A cairn on Don-
Jon Blvd marks their wintering site.
Willie’s
6 St. George St., Port Dover
The popular Willie Burger features a quarterpound
charbroiled beef burger topped with
peameal bacon, cheese, Famous Willie’s
Homemade BBQ Sauce and condiments of
your choice. Other Willie’s favourites include
chicken-on-a-bun, homestyle BBQ chicken
and ribs, and Lake Erie perch. Willie’s has an
outdoor patio and indoor seating. For many
people a stroll on the pier includes a stop at
Willie’s for an ice-cream cone.
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Fishermen’s Memorial
Port Dover Pier
The Fishermen’s Memorial on the pier
honours the commercial fishermen who
lost their lives on Lake Erie. The fishermen’s
names are recorded on the monument.
Commercial fishing was the backbone of the
local Port Dover economy for many decades.
Fishing is still an important part of the
community and fish tugs can be seen at the
harbour each day.
Knechtel’s
Walker Street
Knechtel’s on the beach caters to just about
everybody. The menu offers a wide selection
and features Knechtel’s famous Lake
Erie perch and pickerel. Enjoy your meal at a
picnic table... right on the beach.
Beach House Restaurant
2 Walker St., Port Dover
The Beach House Restaurant offers an
appetizing and complete menu with cool
beverages and a beautiful panoramic view
of Lake Erie. You can enjoy the outdoor
patio or sit on the beach. Be sure to get a
picture with the palm trees!
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Dover Dairy Bar
210 Main St., Port Dover
A favourite of Port Dover locals, this classic
local restaurant serves great food in a laidback
atmosphere echoing old diners.
Re/Max Erie Shores
227 Main St., Port Dover
To find out more about homes in the area
contact one of the professional Realtors at
Re/Max Erie Shores Realty Inc. Their office
at 227 Main Street in Port Dover, reached
at (519) 583-3555, has listings for homes
in Port Dover as well as Simcoe, Delhi,
Waterford, Turkey Point, Port Rowan and
elsewhere in the area. The professionals at
Re/Max Erie Shores offer current information
on homes, farms, cottages, commercial,
industrial and investment properties.
Port Dover Marina
50 Passmore Ave.
Located east of the pier, Port Dover Harbour
Marina is a hive of activity from May to October.
Offering over 450 seasonal dockage
slips and transient slips, electricity, showers
and gas dock, boaters are able to enjoy
beautiful Long Point Bay and Lake Erie.
May 17 to Jun 18
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Bed & Breakfast
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where you are
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A pack of thieves
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Sep 5 to Sep 24
opry gold
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Port Dover Summer Festival
Saturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20
Port Dover Summer Festival “Art in the
Park” features quality craftspeople, artists
and antique vendors along with popular
book tables. Held the third weekend of
August in Powell Park, there is something
for all. Browse through the many displays.
Along the street, Port Dover merchants
hold their annual Main Street Market from
Friday to Sunday with lots of bargains.
Downtown Port Dover, (519) 583-1314
www.portdoversummerfestival.com
Port Dover
Clock Tower
247 Main St.,
Port Dover
Built in 1902, the
clock tower is the
most distinguishing
feature of the Main
Street building that
houses Lighthouse
Theatre. The clock
chimes at 9 a.m.,
noon and 5 p.m.
daily.
Powell Park
250 Main St. Port Dover
Powell Park is a shady place to rest, have
a picnic or meet up with friends before
visiting stores and restaurants. The park
has two stone cairns to commemorate the
visit of Sir Isaac Brock during the War of
1812-14 and to memorialize local fallen
military people.
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Canada Day
July 1st
Port Dover celebrates Canada
Day in style starting in
the morning with the Soap
Box Derby; a Boat Parade at
the waterfront at 11 a.m.;
the Canine Classic in Powell
Park; the Calithumpian
Parade starting at 2 p.m.;
and ending with music and
fireworks at Silver Lake Park
in the evening.
Sunday Concerts
July & August at 6:30 p.m.
Free concerts in Powell
Park at 6:30 p.m. Sunday
evenings during July and
August. There have been
concerts at the bandstand
in downtown Port Dover
since the early 1900s and
the Port Dover Board of
Trade is pleased to continue
this popular tradition. Bring
your lawn chair!
Erie Beach Hotel
19 Walker Street, Port Dover
Stop in at the popular Erie Beach Hotel – a Port Dover tradition
– for great food and hospitality from the Schneider
family. Enjoy the delicious Lake Erie perch and pickerel
dinners, their famous celery bread and salads or any other
items on the menu. Stop in or reserve a spot at The Cove
Room, or check out the Terrace Room upstairs for casual
dining. The rooftop patio is the place to be in summer with
some of the best views in Port Dover’s waterfront area. Enjoy
food or drink from the rooftop of the Erie Beach Hotel.
Dover
Cheese
Shop
318-A Main St,
Port Dover
The Dover
Cheese Shop
specializes in
Artisan cheeses
from Canada
and around the
world. On any
given day, you’ll find some of the finest cheeses plus a wide
variety of gifts, preserves, spreads, cheese boards, knives
and accessories. Owner Jenny Ball and her self proclaimed
group of “Cheese Nerds” enjoy working directly with
cheese-makers to ensure the source and quality exceeds
their customers’ needs and expectations.
Jenny says “our mission at the Dover Cheese Shop is
simple: ‘provide Port Dover with a fun and comfortable
neighbourhood cheese shop that provides quality cheese
and exceptional customer service.’”
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DISCOVER PORT DOVER
Sponsored by Port Dover Board of Trade
Visit the many businesses that are Port Dover Board of Trade members
ACCOMMODATIONS
Clonmel Castle, 150 Prospect St., 519-583-0519
Comfort Inn, 85 Queensway E, Simcoe, 519-426-2611
Erie Beach Hotel, 19 Walker St., 519-583-1391
Harbourview, The, 30 John St., 877-743-8687
Normandale Century Inn, 2326 Front Rd., 519-426-8345
Port Dover Guest House, 110 Chapman St. W., 519-429-2146
Port Dover Sands, 206 St. George St., 519-583-2263
Reid’s Cottage, 14 Rosedale Lane, 519-583-2368
Shore Acres (Trailers), 574 Radical Rd., 519-583-2222
The Dover George, 322 St. George St., 226-270-0776
Travelodge Simcoe, 385 Queensway W., 519-426-4751
ART / FRAMING / PHOTOGRAPHY
Art With Heart, 33 Norfolk St. N, 226-567-5500
Cabin 519, 114 Main St., cabin519info@gmail.com
Earl Hartlen Photography, 519-428-3003
Freckled Trout Studio, 601 Main, 519-583-2287
Open Studios Port Dover, openstudiosportdover@gmail.com
Woodhouse Gallery, 313 Main St., 647-449-8987
AUTO SALES & SERVICE
Haywood Automotive, 2222 Hwy. 24, Simcoe, 519-429-2886
Lee’s Automotive, 504 Main St., 519-583-2495
Port Dover KIA, Hwy. #6 East, 519-583-1400
Port Dover Service Centre, 119 St. Andrew, 519-583-0996
BANKS / FINANCIAL / INSURANCE
Cowan Group: Gary Hepburn, 519-583-0999
Eastman Financial Advantage, Port Dover, 905-690-3667
Edward Jones, Main St., 519-583-9922
Good, Redden Klosler, 84 Colborne, Simcoe, 519-426-6603
Lease Line, 9 Shoreline Lane, 905-632-7789
Millards, 23 Market St West, 519-583-9994
Morison Insurance, 23 Market West, 519-583-9595
RBC Royal Bank, 308 Main St., 519-583-2110
Scotia Bank, 407 Main St., 519-583-2000
Sun Life Financial, Nick Childs, 11 Aaron Dr., 519-583-0495
Venture Norfolk, 4077 Hwy. 3, Simcoe, 519-428-2323
BOOKS
Beach Reads Book Shop, 230 St. George St., 519-583-1787
CHURCHES
Grace United, 18 Chapman St. W., 519-583-0342
St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic, Lynn Park, 519-583-0224
St. Paul’s Anglican, 302 St. George, 519-583-1330
CLUBS / ASSOCIATIONS
Community Living Access, 39 Culver, Simcoe, 519-426-0007
Dogs Nest 1851, Dogs Nest
Port Dover Harbour Marina, 50 Passmore Ave., 519-583-1581
Port Dover Harbour Museum, 44 Harbour St., 519-583-2660
Port Dover Health & Fitness Ctr, 20 Market St. W., 519-583-3113
Port Dover Kinsmen Club, Box 718, Port Dover
Port Dover Life Line Food Bank, 215 Market St E., 226-931-2776
Port Dover Lioness Club, 519-583-2759
Port Dover Lions Club, 320 St. Patrick, 519-583-0857
Port Dover Senior Centre, 801 St. George St., portdoverseniors.ca
CRAFTS / SUPPLIES / TEXTILES
Lakeside Savings, 331 Main St., 519-583-9335
Len’s Mill Store, 825 St. George St., 519-583-0800
ENTERTAINMENT / GOLF
Arbortown Mini Golf, Main & Walker, 519-583-3499
Black Creek Music, 93 King St., Delhi, 519-410-7080
Lighthouse Festival Theatre, 247 Main St., 519-583-2221
Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, 519-426-7280
Norfolk Public Library, Port Dover Branch 519-426-3506 x3
Norfolk Tavern, 200 Main St., 519-583-0048
North Shore Cycle, 11 Oak Ridge Crt., 519-757-7866
Port Dover Golf Club, 580 Lynn Valley Rd., 519-428-9993
Port Dover Harbour Museum, 44 Harbour St., 519-583-2660
South Coast Jazz, 519-447-2787
Timmerman’s Ranch & Rodeo, 2454 Nixon Rd., 519-671-6653
FASHION / CLOTHING / JEWELLERY
Amber Earth, 215 Market St. E., 519-428-7846
Cashmere & Cobwebs, 334 Main St., 519-583-0015
Len’s Mill Store, 825 St. George St., 519-583-0800
On The Fringe Custom Leather, 225 Main St., 519-583-0023
Pearl’s Boutique, 245 Main St., 519-583-9292
Port Dover Jewellery & Gifts, 343 Main St., 519-583-2652
Second to None, 335 Main St., 519-583-3696
Surf Shop, 15 Walker St., 519-583-1601
Suzie’s Bombshell Boutique, 21 Market St. E.
Zee’s Shoes & Apparel, 339 Main St., 226-290-9337
GIFTS / FLOWERS
Cottage North Soapworks, 359 Main St., 519-583-3977
Flowers By Ann, 66 Hamilton Plank Rd., 519-583-0973
Grand Trunk Station, 5 St. George St., 519-583-3897
Liberty Home & Gift Boutique, 19 Harbour St., 226-290-0310
Port Dover Magic Garden, 319 Main St., 519-410-1525
Stoney’s Home Hardware, 322 Main St., 519-583-0730
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DISCOVER PORT DOVER
Sponsored by Port Dover Board of Trade
GOVERNMENT
Canada Post, 420 Main St., 519-583-0201
Canadian Coast Guard, 55 Passmore St., 519-583-1030
MPP Bobbi Ann Brady, Gilbertson Dr., Simcoe, 519-428-0446
MP Leslyn Lewis, Simcoe, 1-866-496-3400
GROCERIES / FOOD SPECIALTY
BB Family Convenience/Pioneer Gas, 10 Main St., 519-583-3364
Beer Store, 120 St. Andrew St., 519-583-2011
County Corks, 87 Thompson Dr, 519-583-0747
Dover Mercantile, 303 Main St., 416-723-7580
Hank De Koning Ltd., R.R.#3, Port Dover, 519-583-0115
Liquor Store, 117 Market St. E., 519-583-1900
Matz’s Fruit Barn, 525 Hwy. 6, 519-583-1688
Mike’s No Frills, 87 Thompson Dr., 519-583-2600
Powell’s Patch Blueberries, 37 Gilbert Rd., 519-428-1563
Roulston’s Pharmacy, 414 Main St., 519-583-2100
Silver Lake Farmers’ Market, St. Patrick St., 519-583-3233
The Dover Cheese Shop, 307A Main St., 519-718-1201
Urban Parisian, 120 Greenock St. W., 226-206-0066
HAIR CARE / DAY SPA
Beach Front Barber Shop, 319 Main St., 519-718-6288
The Blade Salon, 355 Main St., 519-583-2021
Magnolia Medi Spa Inc. 416 Main St., 519-533-7567
HOME / GARDEN / RENOVATIONS
Carpet One Port Dover, 608 Hwy. 6, 519-583-2420
C-Squared Home & Decor, 334 Main St., 519-583-9493
Dad’s Garage, 616 Main St., 226-440-0530
Darbishire Cabinets, 424 Main St., 519-718-2229
Dover Paint & Paper, 415 Main St., 519-583-3411
Eising Garden Centre, 814 Cockshutt Rd., 519-428-4607
Jody’s Lawn Care, 6-505 Queensway W, Simcoe 844-266-1360
Kane’s Painting, 10 Ramona Cres, 226-931-2131
Liberty Home & Gift Boutique, 19 Harbour St., 226-290-0310
Norfolk Appliance Repair, 519-428-7571
Spider Spraying by Spider Girl, 519-583-0524
Stoney’s Home Hardware, 322 Main St., 519-583-0730
Storage Guyz Inc., 171 Hwy. 6 N., 519-583-7867
MARINE / CHARTERS
Bridge Yachts Ltd., 49 Harbour St., 519-583-3199
Canadian Coast Guard, 55 Passmore St., 519-583-1030
Dovercraft Marine, 15 Jaylin Cres., 519-583-1666
Hoover’s Marina, 5 Erie St., Nanticoke, 519-587-2776
Lake Erie Bait & Tackle, St. Williams, 519-709-6953
McKeil Marine, River Drive, 519-583-1080
Nomada Charters Inc., 57 River Dr., 519-583-1080
Port Dover Harbour Marina, Passmore Ave., 519-583-1581
Tiller Marine, 33 River Dr., 519-583-9339
MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS /
PHARMACIES / HEALTH
Amy Colautti, RMT, 519-718-0828
Bowen Therapy, Port Dover, 519-583-0973
FYI Optometry, 413 Main St., Clapp Bldg., 519-583-3880
Dover Apothecary, 328 Main St., 519-583-3784
Dover Cliffs / Revera Care, 501 St. George St., 519-583-1422
Dover Shores Family Practice, 410 Main St., 519-583-3981
Magnolia Medi Spa Inc. 416 Main St., 519-533-7567
Norfolk Family Eye Care, 87 Thompson Dr., 519-583-2020
Norfolk Hearing Clinic, 413 Main St., 226-290-0994
Northshore Health Associates, 697 Hwy. 6, 519-583-0552
Ostapchuk, Dr. M. - Dentist, 110 St. Andrew St., 519-583-2180
Port Dover Chiropractic Ctr, 20 Market St. W., 519-583-2880
Port Dover Health & Fitness Ctr, 20 Market St. W., 519-583-3113
Roulston’s Pharmacy, 414 Main St., 519-583-2100
Willaert Pharmacy, 807 St. George St., 519-583-3335
NEWS & INFORMATION
CKPC Radio, 571 West St., Brantford, 519-759-1000
Hub Media, 525 Ryerse Blvd, Port Ryerse, 519-429-2567
My FM 98.9, Simcoe, 519-426-7700
Port Dover Maple Leaf Newspaper, 351 Main, 519-583-0112
Simcoe Reformer, Simcoe
PET SERVICES
Dover Animal Hospital, 312 St. Patrick St., 519-583-2824
PROFESSIONALS
Bachmann Personal Injury Law, Simcoe, 519-428-8090
Brimage Law Group, 23 Market West, 519-583-1750
Driver & Vehicle License Office, 215 Market St E, 519-583-2611
KMJ Consultants, Kim Shippey, 226-931-7595
Stahl & Bowyer, Lawyers, 725 Main St., 519-583-2460
Thompson Waters Funeral Home, 102 First Ave., 519-583-1530
Wicker & Son General Insurance, 425 Main St., 519-583-2900
REAL ESTATE
Coldwell Banker Action Plus, 217 Main St., 519-583-2333
Dover Coast Homes, 169 New Lakeshore Rd., 519-583-2049
Gold Coast Real Estate, 206 St. George St., 519-718-1428
Mummery & Co. Real Estate, 23 Harbour St, 519-583-3526
Re/Max Erie Shores Realty Inc., 227 Main St., 519-583-3555
Royal LePage Trius Realty, 315 Main St., 519-583-2680
Membership in Port Dover Board of Trade supports
the work of the Board in the community.
For information on becoming a member contact
19 Market St. West, Box 239, Port Dover N0A 1N0
or call 519-583-1314; email info@portdover.ca
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Sponsored by Port Dover Board of Trade
RESTAURANTS / BAKERIES
(D) Dine In (T) Take Out (F) Family (L) Licensed
Arbor, The (T F), 101 Main St., 519-583-0611
Beach House, The (D T F L), 2 Walker St., 519-583-0880
Coco Cabana, (D T F) 16 Walker St., 519-410-7727
Coffee Shop of Port Dover, The (D T F) 309 Main, 519-583-1483
David’s Restaurant (D F L), 168 New Lakeshore Rd., 519-583-0706
Erie Beach Hotel (D T F L), 19 Walker St., 519-583-1391
Family Shed Pizza (D T F), 301R Main St., 519-583-1881
Fisherman’s Catch (D T F L), 18 Walker St., 519-583-1801
4280 Pho, (T F), 318 Main St., 226-206-4280
F.W. Knechtel Foods (D T F), 15 Walker St., 519-583-1908
Hoover’s Marina (D T F L), 5 Erie St., Nanticoke, 519-587-2776
Lviv Castle (D T F L), 201 Main St., 519-583-0305
Murphy’s Chip Wagon (T F), 11 Nelson St. W.
Mustard & Relish (D T F L), 301 Main St., 519-583-3337
Norfolk Tavern (D T F L), 200 Main St., 519-583-0048
Normandale Century Inn (D T F L), 519-426-8345
Schofield’s Bistro (D F L), 243 Main St., 519-583-3400
Terrace Room, at Erie Beach (D T F L), Walker St., 519-583-2161
The Mule (D T F L), 2012 Park St., 519-583-3338
Tim Horton’s (D T F), 5 St. Andrew St., 519-583-1929
Trish’s Bakery & Cafe, (D T F) 229 Main St., 519-583-2800
211 Main Gastro Pub (D F L), 211 Main St., 519-583-3251
Urban Parisian (D T F), 120 Greenock St. W., 226-206-0066
Willie’s (D T F), 6 St. George St., 519-583-3687
Yin’s Restaurant (T F L), 305 Main St., 519-583-1810
SPECIALTY
Buck’s Orchard Beach Park, 207 St. George St., 519-583-2974
Execulink, 697 Hwy 6 W., 1-866-782-0868
Fanshawe College, 634 Ireland Rd., Simcoe, 519-426-8260
GetZum Exposure, 215 Chapman St. E., 519-428-5478
Marlin Travel, 61 Robinson St., Simcoe, 519-426-2144
Misner Towing, 1489 Hwy. #6, 519-583-3941
Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, Simcoe, 519-426-7280
Norfolk Studio Tour, 519-583-1101
Purenvironmental, 173 Hillcrest Rd., Simcoe, 519-410-4722
Stripe Art Inc. Sign Specialists, Queensway W., 519-428-5282
Veri Marketing Inc., 23 Market St. W., 519-583-1188
White’s Mobile Electronics, 519-583-3425
WINERIES
Burning Kiln Winery, 1709 Front Rd., St. Williams, 519-586-9858
Frisky & Gamble Cellars, 455 Radical Road, 519-900-3034
FRIDAY THE 13th
October 2023
Bikers arrive in Port Dover from across
North America for this event. In good
weather, the day attracts thousands, the
streets are closed, the garb is fascinating
and there are bikes of all kinds to see.
There are vendors, beer tents and the restaurants
and bars prepare for extra visitors.
Even in “off-season” months, there is sure
to be something special happening.
Downtown Port Dover, (519) 583-1314
www.pd13.com
CHRISTMAS FEST
Saturday, November 18
The third Saturday each November, Santa
and Mrs. Claus arrive by fish tug with a
Canada Coast Guard escort at the harbour
at 1 p.m. and parade through town before
greeting children at the theatre. In the
early evening, enjoy the community bonfire,
caroling and fireworks on the beach
and then continue shopping as Moonlight
Madness kicks-off the Christmas season in
Port Dover.
Downtown Port Dover, (519) 583-1314
www.portdover.ca
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SOUTH COAST JAZZ MUSIC FESTIVAL
August 11, 12 & 13
The 10th anniversary of South Coast Jazz
is August 11-13, 2023 in Port Dover Community
Centre and Brantford’s Sanderson
Centre for the main event concerts on Sat.,
August 12. Concert in Port Dover Community
Centre on Friday, August 11 starts at 5
p.m. featuring Route 6, The Feds and more.
“10 Years, 10 Decades of Music” is a
musical journey from the 1930s with Alex
Pangman through to the ’50s to ’70s with
Le Trio Parisien featuring Juliet Dunn, into
the ’80s with platinum selling artist Mark
Holmes of Platinum Blonde, and into
today with Juno-nominated Mark Kelso
and the Jazz Exiles and award winning, internationally
acclaimed songwriter Charu
Suri,and more! For tickets and information,
visit www.southcoastjazz.com
Royal LePage Trius Realty
315 Main Street
Salesperson/Owner Bill Culver and Bonnie
Culver, Broker of Record, invite you to drop
into their office at 315 Main Street or call
(519) 583-2680 to discuss homes, cottages,
condos or commercial property in the area.
The entire staff is welcoming and professional.
They have the expertise to make your
real estate transaction a smooth adventure.
Port Dover Lift Bridge
The lift bridge over the Lynn River is Port
Dover’s fifth such bridge in about 150 years.
The spans are raised by an operator on the
hour and half hour for pleasure boats and
on demand for commercial boats.
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BEERSTOCK
September 23 in Powell Park
On September 23rd, Beerstock brings
together craft beer, cider, wine and spirits
along with delicious local food and great
live music by some of the county’s finest
musicians. This day-long event invites folk
to get together with friends and family to
sample craft beer and help raise funds for
the local community. In Port Dover’s Powell
Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Presented
by Black Creek Music. Ages 19+ event.
Homegrown Hideaway
524 St. John’s Road East
Homegrown Hideaway is a family-owned,
serene luxury glamping property nestled
along the Lynn River and Lynn Valley Trail
just outside of Port Dover. Offering unique
glamping tents, the sites come with everything
you’ll need to make your stay relaxing
and enjoyable. Contact 519-909-9851.
Coldwell Banker Action Plus Realty
217 Main Street
With locations in the downtown cores of
Port Dover, Simcoe and Port Rowan, Coldwell
Banker Action Plus Realty Brokerage
offers a friendly atmosphere with highly
trained and dedicated Real Estate Sales Associates.
Coldwell Banker Action Plus Realtors
pride themselves on offering exemplary
customer service and being accessible to
their clients.
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Cottage North Soapworks
359 Main St.
Something smells good! Cottage North
Soapworks features a vast variety of luxury
handmade soaps, body care products,
artisan jewellery, Tofino Towel Co. products,
and fresh flower arrangements. Experience
“a harmony of senses,” and treat yourself or
someone special; there’s something comforting
for everyone to enjoy.
Pleasant Port Fish Co.
49 Passmore Ave.
This 45 year family-owned business connects
Port Dover to its roots by fishing
up Lake Erie’s finest and freshest yellow
perch and pickerel for you to savour. “From
the lake to your plate,” guarantees quality
and taste. Stop-in to pick-up fresh fish for
tonight or frozen fish for tomorrow!
Mummery & Co. Real Estate
23 Harbour St.
Looking into living in Norfolk County? Look
no further! Mummery & Co. Real Estate’s
team of local housing experts can help you
find your place in our community. They
also offer free home evaluations for locals
looking to move. Their skilled and friendly
staff are sure to smoothen your real estate
experience. Let them help you plant roots!
The Family Shed Pizzeria
301 Main St.
Port Dover’s choice for fresh, high-quality
pizza, wings, fried chicken, and more for
over 30 years. They use only the freshest
ingredients, including homemade tomato
sauce and pizza dough, vegetables sliced
daily and never-frozen cheese. Their chicken
and potato wedges are both hand-coated
in-house each day. Whether you’re feeding
yourself, the family, or the whole block, The
Family Shed Pizzeria has something tasty
and fresh to try. Drop-by or call ahead to
place an order at (519) 583-1881; delivery
options are available.
Realtor Teresa Doughty
Teresa Doughty is a realtor with Re/Max
Erie Shores Realty Inc. and looks forward to
meeting anyone interested in buying or selling
real estate throughout Norfolk County.
Contact Teresa at 519-420-8024.
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DISCOVER PORT ROWAN & LONG POINT
Bayfest Weekend
Labour Day weekend, Port Rowan hosts
Bayfest with three days of activities, including
a fantastic parade Sunday afternoon at
2 p.m. and fireworks. Come for the midway,
rides, food, vendors and great entertainment
found down by the waterfront and
in town. Plus there are plenty of other fun
events for the family such as hula-hoop
contests, a plastic frog toss, a cardboard
boat race and soap box derby.
Long Point
Cross the Causeway from Port Rowan for a
visit to Long Point. Look for the eco-passages
along the Causeway that allow wildlife to
safely pass under the roadway. Long Point
is about 40 kilometres long and a kilometre
across at its widest point. While most of
Long Point remains in its natural state, a
friendly tourist area welcomes visitors to
explore and enjoy. With large provincial
campgrounds and a beautiful beach, Long
Point is a perfect spot for summer visits.
Miles of Sandy Beaches
There are miles of sandy beaches in Norfolk
County from Port Dover to Turkey Point
to Long Point. Take time to discover them
along with the communities and businesses
nearby. Shown above is Long Point beach.
St. Williams
St. Williams is a pleasant community along
the South Coast with a popular Community
Centre that has events throughout the year.
There are several shops in St. Williams to
explore. Along the waterfront, marinas welcome
boaters and visitors to stop and enjoy.
Backus Mill
1267 Second Concession Rd., Port Rowan
Step back in time to the pioneer past at
Backus Heritage Village. Step inside the 1798
Backhouse Mill National Historic Site and
see how stone ground flour was produced
more than 200 years ago. It’s a short walk
over the bridge to the rest of the Heritage
Village including a rare octagonal school
house and a country church. The Backus
family homestead, garage and playhouse
are original buildings to the site. The Education
Centre at Backus is also worth visiting.
Doerksen Country Store
1086 Bay Street, Port Rowan
With products focusing on “backyard farmers,”
Doerksen Country Store is the place to
shop for livestock goods and feed, pet supplies,
home and garden products, hardware,
and even automotive items. Their decades
of working directly with feed manufacturers
helps them bring you the freshest feed
possible from the widest selection available.
Premium service and selection helps make
them “a country store... and so much more!”
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Downtown Port Rowan
Stop and enjoy a coffee or meal and
you will soon discover the unique vibe
throughout Port Rowan. With plenty of
unique and interesting shops, it is easy to
enjoy a leisurely stroll along Bay Street.
Walk by the waterfront and look out towards
Long Point. Friendly Port Rowan is
rich with history and always worth a visit.
The community holds the popular Bayfest
each year on Labour Day weekend.
Long Point Provincial Park
350 Erie Boulevard
Located within a designated World Biosphere
Reserve, Long Point Provincial Park has over
1.5 km of sandy Lake Erie beach. Excellent
fishing and boating opportunities await!
A great “get back to nature” spot! The “Old
Park” is located at the original site of Long
Point Provincial Park and founded in 1921.
The Old Park, also known as Cottonwood
campground, offers 81 camp sites and beach
access.
Birds Canada
115 Front Road, Port Rowan
Birds Canada is Canada’s leading charitable
organization dedicated to bird science
and conservation. Its headquarters
and National Research Centre is located
in Port Rowan. Bird Canada’s educational
programs combine research, citizen science,
mentoring, school programs, public
events and workshops to provide engaging
experiences that foster awareness,
appreciation, and stewardship of birds and
nature. Its proximity to Long Point, a major
bird flight-path, and World Biosphere
Reserve, makes Port Rowan a popular
destination for bird-watchers.
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DISCOVER VITTORIA & TURKEY POINT
Vittoria: District Capital 1815-1825
The pleasant village of Vittoria has a long
heritage. In the early 1800s it was an important
settlement and the hub of the Long
Point Settlement. Christ Anglican Church’s
cornerstone was laid in 1844 and cleverly
built of Norfolk County pine to resemble
stone. Former Vittoria Baptist Church dates
to 1803 and St. Andrew’s United Church
dates to 1818. This building was used both
by the courts and for occasional religious
services until destroyed by fire in 1825. In
the following year the district capital was
moved to London. Today you can visit the
19th century Vittoria Town Hall.
Water Activities
If you’re looking for more than sand on the
beach, Turkey Point has many different water
activities including boat rentals, Sea-Doo
rentals, water trampolines and more. The
large beach is popular all summer.
The Good Bread Company
15 Lamport St., Vittoria
The Good Bread Company is an artisan bakery
specializing in quality breads with attention
to flours, grains and other ingredients.
Always freshly baked, owner Rick Posavad
offers breads from the popular buttermilk
sandwich loaf and raisin walnut to various
rye breads, sourdoughs and ancient grain
loaves from their location in a renovated
historic church.
Turkey Point
Turkey Point has two miles of sandy beach
with safe swimming for all ages and ample
beach parking available. Fishing, hiking,
water sports and golfing are all readily
available at Turkey Point. The beach hamlet,
which is home to a small number of yearround
residents comes alive in the summer
with a variety of restaurants and businesses,
as well as a provincial park.
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Cider Keg Farm Market
1231 Highway 24 East, south of Vittoria
The Cider Keg offers seasonal produce and
local food items. Cider Keg fresh apple cider,
sparkling apple ciders and other products
made by Uncle Tom’s Farm Inc. are sold
at the farm market, a tradition for over 30
years. Freshly baked pies, ice cream and
many other goodies are also for sale. There
are sparkling cider choices, farm produce,
gourmet foods, a gift shop, smiles and fresh
country air! Tours by appointment.
TURKEY POINT HISTORY
As early as 1798, Lieutenant Governor Simcoe
planned to fortify Turkey Point. By 1813
nothing had yet been done, and following
Procter’s retreat from Amherstburg, the
British decided to construct a navy yard and
covering fort here. Difficulties in supplying
the post, together with what was considered
the unsuitability of the location, led
to abandonment of the project after only a
blockhouse and part of a palisade had been
built. Today, Turkey Point is a popular destination
in the summer for boaters, campers,
cottagers, beach-goers and daytrippers.
Everyone enjoys a day at Turkey Point.
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DISCOVER WATERFORD
Waterford
Waterford is home to tree-lined streets,
stately heritage homes, welcoming shops,
restaurants and businesses. Waterford
is known for its rich agriculture and vast
farmlands. The Spruce Row Museum provides
exhibits highlighting the agricultural
heritage. Waterford Ponds are popular for
swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking.
The Waterford Deer Park is also a popular
spot for families to visit and see the deer.
There are many community events planned
throughout the year, including the annual
Pumpkinfest every October with a parade
and activities for wholesome family fun.
Waterford Old Town Hall
76 Main St. South, Waterford
The Old Town Hall has been part of the
community’s heritage and identity since
1902. The historic building is used for
concerts, art exhibitions, acting classes, day
camps, yoga and many other activities. The
second floor is a large hall featuring many
popular events throughout the year.
Mmmaple Shop
235 Villa Nova Road, Waterford
The Mmmaple Shop is unique – offering an
eclectic blend of maple products and local
artisanal giftware, including arts, jewellery,
pottery, woodworks and more. Of course,
there are lots of maple products of every
kind to purchase. There’s something for
everyone to enjoy at this unique shop.
Waterford Ponds and Heritage Trail
The Waterford Ponds and hiking trails
along former rail lines attract an increasing
number of visitors to Waterford each year.
The Black Bridge, a 166-metre long highlevel
bridge, provides stunning panoramic
views of the Ponds. Visitors can fish, canoe,
hike and picnic along the three ponds. Then
visitors can make their way into town where
stores and restaurants offer a wide range of
services and unique products.
Waterford Pumpkinfest
Waterford celebrates Pumpkinfest October
13-15, 2023 with a parade and activities
throughout the community featuring something
for the whole family. For full details go
to www.pumpkinfest.com.
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DISCOVER DELHI
CAPITOL 33
93 King Street, Delhi
This former theatre from 1933 in the heart
of Delhi makes a sophisticated backdrop for
events and ceremonies with exposed brick
walls, 20-foot ceilings and classic modern
touches. The event space at Capitol 33 also
features live musical performances throughout
the year.
DELHI TOBACCO MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTRE
200 Talbot Road, Delhi
Overlooking Quance Park, Delhi Tobacco
Museum & Heritage Centre is an openconcept
museum built in 1979. As a model
of a typical tobacco pack barn, the museum
houses a large agricultural collection which
includes exhibits on tobacco, ginseng and
alternative agriculture grown in Norfolk
County. Permanent and featured exhibits
highlight local community history and its
diverse multicultural heritage. For exhibit
information, visit delhimuseum.ca.
WINERIES IN NORFOLK
History says that wine was first made
in this area in the late 1600s when
French missionaries visited. Today, a
growing number of wineries are open
to the public for tastings, tours and exciting
events. Plan a tour and discover
the local wineries’ distinctive wines,
wander the vineyards and indulge in
the splendor of fine food and wine
pairings. Norfolk wineries offer the
perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine.
RAMBLIN’ ROAD BREWERY FARM
2970 Swimming Pool Rd., LaSalette
Ramblin’ Road is Ontario’s first and only
Brewery Farm, located just south of La
Salette. This place can be a little hard to find
but once there, you’ll see a working farm
with crops growing, a hop garden flourishing
and plenty of activity. What makes them
unique is their harvest is premium quality,
small batch hand crafted beer. They grow
hops on the Brewery Farm, draw pure spring
water and use the finest Canadian barley
and yeast. They put these ingredients into
the hands of their brewing specialist to
create Ramblin’ Road’s expertly crafted premium
beers right here in Norfolk County.
DELHI QUANCE PARK & MILL
200 Talbot Road, Delhi
Delhi Quance Park and Mill highlights the
beauty of the Big Creek as it meanders
through Delhi. The sawmill was the first real
industry in the area pre-dating the arrival of
the tobacco Industry. Big Creek Valley serves
as a natural habitat for many native birds
and animals.
DISCOVER NORFOLK
Discover Norfolk magazine is published by
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Compensation has been received for some
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