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Local Attractions
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Two Roses B&B is located in the County of Brant, adjacent to the Region of
Waterloo. Both of these regions are replete with all kinds of attractions to
captivate people of all ages. Come stay at our B&B and enjoy.
St. George events
Apple Fest
St. George Apple Fest is a festival with something “A-peeling” for
everyone Apples of all varieties as well as: homemade pies, dumplings, craft
shows, ongoing live entertainment (mostly local), a variety of foods from our
local service groups, antique stores, children's activities including pony
rides and inflatable play structures. There is something for everyone.
Date: 9/21/2008 -Sat 10 - 6 and Sun 10 - 5. Hosted by the St. George Apple
Fest.
www.stgeorgeapplefest.com
There are other activities happening in town, hockey tournaments and antique
shows are popular, and if reading is your passion, then Two Roses B&B has
an extensive collection of reading materials and there is a nearby public
library.
Brantford
Known as "The Telephone City", Brantford is home to the Alexander
Graham Bell Homestead National Historic Site with museums and cultural
attractions, scenic trails and canoeing, located just 10 minutes south of the
B&B.
www.visitbrantford.ca
Paris
Paris, Ontario is a town located on the Grand River. First settled by Hiram
Capron a in 1822. He settled here at the Forks of the Grand in 1829, divided
part of his land into town lots, and in 1830 constructed a grist-mill. A Small
and very picturesque town with many shops and spectacular view of the Grand
River.
Cambridge
Cambridge is one of the fastest growing and strongest economic areas in Canada.
When staying at our B&B a visit to this great community is a must. Built by
early settlers from Scotland the communities of Preston, Hespeler, and Blair
were forged together to form Cambridge. Take a time to visit it, just 15
minutes drive form the B&B.
www.cambridge.ca
Kitchener
Kitchener is a vibrant cosmopolitan community, located in the Region of
Waterloo, in the heart of southwestern Ontario. Kitchener city’s unique
blend of history and hospitality offers the visitors many choices like the
Kitchener Philharmonic Orchestra and theatre. Well known Octoberfest (the
largest Octoberfest next to Munich) is one of the most popular events in the
region, visited bu hundreds of thousands each year.
www.city.kitchener.on.ca
Waterloo
Waterloo is well known for it’s University and diversified technology a
Mecca for the arts and culture enthusiast with galleries, studios, museums and
festivals at every turn, numerous galleries celebrating and showcasing a great
diversity of artistic undertakings from native arts to jewelry to modern
sculpture and painting.
www.city.waterloo.on.ca
St. Jacob
St. Jacobs Country's authentic Farmers Markets located in the vibrant
agricultural heritage of Waterloo full of attractions for local shoppers and
visitors alike, all year around! Come and fill your market basket! About 25
minutes from the B&B Also this is a good time to visit the Village of Js.
Jacob, just 3 minutes away from the market. For an unforgettable
experience take the train from the Waterloo Station just next to the Perimeter
Institute, the world’s foremost investigative institution in
nono-technogy. There are also several edgy theaters that you may want to book.
www.stjacobs.com
City of Guelph
There are many other small communities near the Two Roses B&B, there is
plenty to do and see in this region, come, enjoy, relax and create lasting
memories..
For more information about the region attractions and events, please visit any
of the links listed below.
www.explorewaterlooregion.com/attractions/88
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