Explore Tichborne in One Day - May 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Bon Eco Design
    12 minutes (6.2 km) from Tichborne

    Bon Eco Design is a creative space for workshops, exhibitions, and retail. They offer handmade crafts, sustainable textiles, and eco-friendly products. You can participate in their interactive workshops and learn how to make your own products.

  2. 11:00AM: Frontenac Provincial Park
    35 minutes (27 km) from Bon Eco Design

    Frontenac Provincial Park offers a picturesque landscape of forests, lakes, and hiking trails. You can explore the park on foot or by canoe. The trails range from easy to difficult, and you can experience nature up close. Don't forget to bring your picnic lunch to enjoy by the lake.

  3. 2:00PM: Seed to Sausage General Store
    30 minutes (20 km) from Frontenac Provincial Park

    Seed to Sausage General Store is a perfect place to stop for a snack, and you can take some of their delicious artisanal cured meats home with you. They specialize in small-batch cured meats, sausages, and charcuterie that are all locally sourced.

  4. 4:00PM: Wilton Cheese Factory
    22 minutes (18 km) from Seed to Sausage General Store

    Wilton Cheese Factory is a must-visit destination for cheese lovers. You can watch the cheese-making process, sample different types of cheese, and purchase your favorites to take home. They have been operating since 1867 and are committed to producing high-quality, natural cheese.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bon Eco Design (2 hours, free admission)
  • Frontenac Provincial Park (3 hours, $15 per vehicle, including parking)
  • Seed to Sausage General Store (1 hour, $15 for a cheese and meat platter)
  • Wilton Cheese Factory (1 hour, free admission)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $30 for food and park admission fees.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can extend your visit to Frontenac Provincial Park and rent a canoe or kayak to explore the lakes further. You can also add a visit to the Topsy Farms, where you can learn about sheep farming and wool production. If you have less time, you can skip the Wilton Cheese Factory and head to the nearby Westport Village for a stroll and some shopping.

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