The Northumberland Shore

A full-service restaurant specializing in steak and seafood, served in a comfortable atmosphere.

Keppoch

On the outskirts of Antigonish, Keppoch Mountain is bustling with adventures.

Knoydart Farm

Knoydart Farm produces organic cheese curds and cheddar cheeses in a variety of flavours.

Laurie Peace Park

Laurie Peace Park, in New Glasgow, is a living legacy of Canada’s commitment to world peace and a healthy environment.

LBR Gas Bar & Variety

Gas service station and variety NSLC store, located in Merigomish.

Linwood Harbour Campground

Full service, family camping retreat located on the Northumberland Shore.

Lionstone Inn

Attractions, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

14 well-appointed rooms and 13 summer cottages, located just a five-minute drive from the P.E.I. Ferry.

Lismore Sheep Farm Wool Shop

A wide selection of beautiful, locally made wool, sheepskin products and wooden knitting needles.

Little Harbour Community Centre Playground

A community centre with a playground for all ages!

Livingstone’s Cove Wharf Park

Provides a spot with interpretive panels of the community history, picnic tables and a warm sandy beach.

Loch Broom Log Church

The Loch Broom Log Church was constructed on the site of the first Presbyterian Church as a commemorative replica in 1973.

MacDougall Bluefin Tuna Charters

Offer visitors the opportunity to fight some of the biggest fish in the sea.

Maritime Inn Antigonish

Offers 32 full-service, four star guest rooms, with casual dining on location at the Main Street Cafe.

McCulloch House Museum & Genealogy Centre

The early 19th-century home of Dr. McCulloch contains various artifacts as well as genealogical information.

Melmerby Adventures

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Melmerby Beach Provincial Park

A popular 2-km (1.25-mi) beach with boardwalks, that is known for its warm waters.

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Antigonish

Located off NS-104 in Antigonish, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Antigonish is a brand new hotel suitable for short or long-term stays.

Mosher Ridge Outfitting

Eat & Drink, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

Experience Nova Scotia’s Striped Bass fishing (mid April through October), or fly fish Atlantic Salmon (best late September through October).

Mrs. MacGregor’s Shortbreads

Using a generations-old family recipe, Mrs. MacGregor’s Scottish Shortbread melts in your mouth.

Munroe Avenue Park

A park designed for children ages 3 to 10, located in New Glasgow.

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.

New Glasgow Library

A public library in New Glasgow.

North Nova Seafoods – Logan’s Daily Catch

We have everything seafood lovers enjoy!

Northumberland Ferries Ltd. (Nova Scotia/PEI Ferry)

A 75-minute ferry between Caribou, Nova Scotia and Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island.

Northumberland Fisheries Museum

The museum preserves the area’s rich sea heritage. Now closed for the 2024 season.

Nova Scotia Museum of Industry

Eat & Drink, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

Atlantic Canada’s largest museum offers fun artifacts, exhibits, and stories.

Nova Scotia Spirit Company

The Nova Scotia Spirit Company believes that everyone deserves a premium-quality spirit.

Nova Scotia Summer Fest

Cancelled in 2021 due to Covid-19 restrictions. A celebration of the finest Nova Scotia seafood, wines, micro brews, music, art and more.

Ocean sunset Chalets

Six two-bedroom cedar log chalets, each with full kitchen facilities, barbecue, satellite TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Old Barn Gallery & Garden

Contemporary abstract art and old-fashioned gardens, located on Beaver Dam Farm.

Old Foster Trail

An accessible multi-use trail that connects the Pictou County Wellness Centre and the Pioneer Coal Athletics Field.

Paq’tnkek First Nations Traditional Powwow

All are welcome to attend the annual powwow.

Parker School of Dance

Offering highland dancing lessons in Pictou County.

Pictou County Military Museum

The collection commemorates the contributions of those who have served in the army, navy, air force and special services.

Pictou County Pizza

Serving authentic Pictou County Pizza and selling their famous brown sauce.

Pictou County Roots Society

A great location to revisit family ties, heritage and history of Pictou County.

Pictou County Sports Heritage Hall of Fame

The museum houses over 4000 artifacts, scrapbooks, a video library, and medals in over 30 categories of sport.

Pictou County Wellness Centre

Featuring two ice surfaces, a walking track, and community conference space in a fully accessible sport and wellness complex.

Pictou harbourview market

Vendor market open weekends in July, August & September.

Pictou Landing First Nations Traditional Powwow

All are welcome to attend the annual powwow.

Pictou Library

A public library in Pictou.

Pictou Lobster Carnival

Cancelled in 2021 due to Covid-19 restrictions. This 3-day festival celebrates the end of the lobster fishing in the area!

Pictou North Colchester Exhibition

A five-day event that lets you experience agriculture as a show in Pictou.

Pioneer Trail

Much of the 3 km trail runs along former railway lines. A covered bridge spans 37 metres across the gorge that runs along Potter’s Brook.

Pomquet Acadian Trail

A coastal and inland walking trail. The trailhead is located at the Chez Deslauriers property.

Pomquet Beach Cottages

Located near the gates of Pomquet Beach Provincial Park, visitors will be treated to a three-mile sandy beach.

Pomquet Beach Provincial Park

This 3 km beach has the best example of dune succession in Nova Scotia with gentle slope and occasional sand bars.

Powells Point Provincial Park

A large day-use park with shoreline access to the warmest salt water in Nova Scotia.

Pre-Canada Day Celebrations

The whole town of New Glasgow celebrates Pre-Canada Day with fun for the whole family!

Pride Pictou County Week

We believe that a diverse and pluralistic society is central to our community’s identity.

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.

Provincial 55+ Games

An event featuring games of both physical and mental challenges, and at the same time provide a venue emphasizing social interaction.

Race on the River/Dragon Boat Festival

Cancelled in 2021 due to Covid-19.This festival introduces dragon boat racing to hundreds of people while raising funds for individual charities.

River John Library

A public library in River John.

Riverside International Speedway

Speedway in Antigonish, which hosts the Parts For Trucks Pro Stock Tour and NASCAR Pinty’s Series each summer.

Rushton’s Beach Provincial Park

Popular beach featuring the warm salt waters of the Northumberland Strait.

Salt Springs Provincial Park

Salt Springs Provincial Park was formerly a campground and is now a day park.

Samson Trail

Following the bed of Canada’s first iron railroad, the 4 km trail hugs the bank of the East River.

Seabank House Bed and Breakfast

Seabank House Bed and Breakfast was built in 1854 and is a beautiful example of the architecture of it’s time. Spacious rooms, stain glass windows, elegant staircase & some original flooring. This home is comfortable, with a view of Pictou Harbour…it’s a good place to be!

Seafoam Campground

Attractions, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

Full service campground located on the Northumberland Strait, with 70 overnight and 60 seasonal sites.

Seafoam Lavender Company & Gardens

Family-run lavender farm with a wide range of natural lavender products.

Shelby Ranch

Accommodations, Outdoor Activities, The Northumberland Shore

Trail, pony and wagon rides, petting farm, axe throwing, and mechanical bull.

Shortline Trail

This trail runs from Brown’s point to the Pictou County border near River John. It has many accessible points and it a multi-use trail.

Simply Ducky Designs

Attractions, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

We’ll listen to you, understand your business, and put the real you online.

Simply Ducky Farm

Small farm on the Eastern Shore offering tours. Come see the sheep, goats, pigs and chickens.

Smith Rock Chalets

An award-winning, mountaintop retreat that offers a spectacular panoramic view of Pictou County.

Sobeys Stores

Four locations to serve you in Pictou County.

Splash Pad, Acadia Park

Come for a walk, picnic, visit the local Miner’s Monument, or let the kids burn off some energy.

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.

St. Mary’s Church

Eat & Drink, Shopping & Services, The Northumberland Shore

Pictou County’s oldest wooden church, a masterpiece of pioneer architecture was opened in 1834.

Steinhart Distillery

Local craft distillery on the shores of the Northumberland Strait. Distillery tours available, as well as a restaurant on site.

Stellarton Homecoming

Cancelled in 2021 due to Covid-19 restrictions. Encouraging people to come home and visit the place where you grew up.

Stellarton Library

A public library in Stellarton.

STFX Art Gallery

The StFX Art Gallery showcases exhibitions and programs featuring local artists and organizations from Northeastern Nova Scotia. The gallery is open to the public and serves as a cultural resource for students, faculty, and community members.

Sunny Cove Honey

Sunny Cove Honey produces honey and a variety of other products including, candles, and lip and body balms.

Swiss Chalet-New Glasgow

TABITHA + Co

TABITHA + Co offers a unique, handcrafted, multi-functional, timeless, leather collection that is “Mindfully Made” with passion in Pictou, Nova Scotia Canada

The Cove Motel & Restaurant

The Cove Motel offers comfortable rooms with 2 double beds or 1 king bed.

The Kilted Chef

Join The Kilted Chef, Alain Bosse, on a culinary journey from the pasture, to the sea, to your plate.

The Main Street Café & Lounge

Enjoy delicious breakfasts and dinners in an award-winning dining room.

The Mom Market North Shore

Hosting markets in Pictou County featuring crafts and small businesses.

The Monarch

New marina bar located on the East River in New Glasgow.

The Posh Peppermint Home & Gifts

Quaint shop on Main Street specializing in home products, gifts, jewellery, and seasonal decorations.

The Riverfront Jubilee

The Jubilee is a signature Nova Scotia music event and mainstay of the local tourism industry.

Tilly’s Kitchen

Fresh food, flavourful food, food that’s in season, and food that’s distinct.

Tim Hortons / Wendys

Fast Food service. Both restaurants are in the same building.

Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery

Outdoor Activities, The Eastern Shore, The Northumberland Shore

A cozy, bustling neighbourhood pub with a focus on great local food and NS craft beer.

TRans Canada Trail

The Great Trail stretches nearly 24,000 km, making it the longest recreational trail in the world.

Travelodge Suites – New Glasgow

Guests will appreciate the warm, friendly atmosphere and exceptional customer service.

Trenton FunFest