{"id":112748,"date":"2022-03-11T16:06:08","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T20:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/halifax\/?p=112748"},"modified":"2024-05-31T01:57:13","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T04:57:13","slug":"the-best-things-to-do-in-shelburne-with-your-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familyfuncanada.com\/halifax\/the-best-things-to-do-in-shelburne-with-your-family\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Things to do in Shelburne with Your Family"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are so many things to do in Shelburne, a charming harbourfront town located roughly two hours\u2019 drive from Halifax, and home to the world\u2019s only Whirligig and Weathervane Festival<\/a>, held annually in September. Family attractions in the Shelburne<\/a> region include beautiful white-sand beaches, important museums and cultural experiences \u2013 and a few outdoor activities that might surprise you!<\/p>\n

\u201cI find that we have a lot of young families coming into Shelburne looking for that wide-open space kind of adventure,\u201d says Val Keane, community development co-ordinator for the Municipality of Shelburne, \u201cOur accommodations and cottages offer that wide-open backyard feel.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Stop for a dip at Beach Meadows on the way to Shelburne\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

The town of Liverpool is a natural stopping point on the way to Shelburne. On your way down the 103, take a detour to Beach Meadows<\/a>, arguably the best family-friendly beach on the South Shore. If you have any skateboarders in the family, they can burn off steam at the Mersey Skate Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Mersey Skate Park in Liverpool, NS\/Photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Also in Liverpool, check out the Rossignol Cultural Centre<\/a>, including the small but hilarious Outhouse Museum. And of course, no South Shore road trip would be complete without a browse through everyone\u2019s favourite thrift shop: Guy\u2019s Frenchy\u2019s<\/a>.<\/p>\n

By the time you arrive in Shelburne, your family will feel be well and truly in \u201croad trip\u201d mode, ready to enjoy the best things to do in Shelburne:<\/p>\n

Visit Shelburne\u2019s Historic Waterfront<\/h2>\n
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Shelburne’s Historic Waterfront\/photo:\u00a0Tourism Nova Scotia \/ Acorn Art & Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

Shelburne is called a \u201cLoyalist Town\u201d because of its importance in British history following the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783). In its heyday, Shelburne\u2019s population was double the size of Halifax, and it was the fourth largest community in British North America.<\/p>\n

Although some of the buildings along Dock Street and its 10-block grid of narrow historic lanes are original, others have been built, altered or enhanced to cater to the modern film industry. Several Hollywood blockbusters have been filmed here (The Crucible, The Scarlet Letter, Moby Dick, and the miniseries, The Book of Negroes<\/a>, based on the Canadian book by the same name.)<\/p>\n

The latest Hollywood buzz<\/a> says that Disney plans to film parts of the upcoming\u00a09-episode Hulu miniseries,\u00a0Washington Black\u00a0<\/em>in Shelburne in the spring of 2022, bringing cast of at least 150 people to the region, including actor and executive producer\u00a0Sterling K. Brown.<\/a>\u00a0The bestselling novel,\u00a0Washington Black<\/em>\u00a0follows an 11-year-old boy who flees a Barbados sugar plantation and finds himself on a journey along the eastern coast of America.<\/p>\n

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Shelburne County Museum\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Steps away from the water you will find Shelburne\u2019s Museums by the Sea<\/a>. Within this complex, The Shelburne County Museum<\/a> is a small, old-fashioned museum highlighting local history. Across the road, the Dory Shop Museum<\/a> celebrates Shelburne\u2019s seafaring and shipbuilding soul through the history of wooden dory-making. Children can enter the workshop, and help make a genuine wooden dory.<\/p>\n

\"The

The Dory Shop in Shelburne\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

A visit to the Ross Thompson House and Store Museum<\/a> is one of the best things to do in Shelburne due to the wonderful interpreters who guide children through hands-on activities. If you are visiting only one place along the Shelburne waterfront \u2013 go here!<\/p>\n

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Ross Thompson House\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Other attractions at the Shelburne waterfront are the Barrel Shop, and the Guild Hall \u2013 an outdoor covered stage area for summer musical performances. Before you travel check to see what\u2019s on at the Shelburne Guild Hall.<\/a>\u00a0 The waterfront is a lovely area to enjoy a picnic.<\/p>\n

Explore History at the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre<\/h2>\n

Many people know the story of the Book of Negroes, popularized by the award-winning novel by Lawrence Hill and the subsequent CBC mini-series, but there\u2019s more to it than just the book! The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre<\/a> in Birchtown, just outside of Shelburne, is the launching point for one of the most fascinating chapters in Nova Scotian and African history.<\/p>\n

\"Black

Black Loyalist Heritage Centre in Shelburne\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

After enduring poor conditions compared to their fellow Loyalists in Nova Scotia, nearly 1200 Black British subjects (about half of whom were from Birchtown) voluntarily sailed in 15 ships from Nova Scotia to a place in Africa they had only heard of, Sierra Leone, where they established Freetown, the first permanent ex-slave colony in West Africa.<\/p>\n

Freetown<\/a> is now Sierra Leone\u2019s bustling capital city, with a population of over 1 million people \u2013 and just like the small town of Shelburne, it is home to one of the world\u2019s largest natural harbours. It\u2019s interesting to think that across the oceans, there are people living in Freetown today who are distantly related to Nova Scotians through this incredible story.<\/p>\n

If you have African Nova Scotian heritage, you may be able to trace your own family roots at the Black Heritage Centre, through the Book of Negroes, recorded in 1783, or the Muster Book, created one year later.<\/p>\n

Have a Blast on the Water with Borrow my Boards<\/h2>\n

Borrow my Boards<\/a> is an innovative and affordable mobile SUP rental service that brings the boards to you! Call ahead to book paddleboards, water mats, or sea tubes, and owner, Jody Dyer will meet you at any suitable waterfront location: \u00a0the harbour, your favourite beach or lake, or even your beachfront cottage or Air BnB! Boards can be rented for several hours, or the whole day.<\/p>\n

\"Hobie

Borrow my Boards is the only Hobie Eclipse SUP rental service in Nova Scotia\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Borrow my boards is the only company in Nova Scotia to rent the Hobie Eclipse \u2013a \u00a0cool-looking pedal-powered SUPs with handlebars. Pedalling a Hobie Eclipse is a great workout and a thrill.<\/p>\n

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Borrow my Boards, Shelburne\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Another way to explore Shelburne from the water is with Candlebox Kayaking, on their Shelburne Harbour History and Family Fun Tour<\/a>. This 3-4hr guided kayak tour, explores the history of Shelburne, including a visit to some grey seals \u2013 and plenty of pirate lore!<\/p>\n

Discover the Hidden Beach at Sandy Point Lighthouse<\/h2>\n

About 10 minutes\u2019 drive from Shelburne\u2019s historic town centre, at the mouth of Shelburne Harbour, the charming, red-topped Sandy Point Lighthouse<\/a> was decommissioned in 1999, but still has a flashing red light that remains a familiar navigation point for local fishing boats. When the tide is high, the beautiful beach in front of the lighthouse disappears underwater, but as low tide approaches, it slowly reveals itself, exposing tiny schools of fish, small sea creatures stuck in the tide pools, and rich red-brown sand dollars which cover the ocean floor.<\/p>\n

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Sandy Point Lighthouse\/photo: Tourism Nova Scotia \/Acorn Art & Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

Check tide times before you go, and aim to arrive about an hour before low tide. The beach is shallow \u2013 perfect for toddlers. While you\u2019re waiting for the tide to do out, you can search for sea glass in the tiny coves along the shore.<\/p>\n

\"Sandy

Hearts in fresh sand at Sandy Point Beach\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Go Beach-Hopping in Shelburne County<\/h2>\n

Sandy Point is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to beaches in Shelburne. Check out this directory of beaches in Shelburne County<\/a> to discover some of Nova Scotia\u2019s best beaches, including Roseway Beach, Louis Point beach at Sable River, Crescent Beach in Lockeport, and The Hawk Beach, where a 1500-year-old \u201cdrowned forest\u201d pokes out of the sand.<\/p>\n

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The Hawk Beach\/photo: Tourism Nova Scotia\/ Acorn Art & Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

If freshwater is your thing, Welkum Park<\/a> is a small day-use park and beach on Welshtown Lake, while The Islands Provincial Park<\/a> is a great place to go boating, fishing or camping, not least because of its magnificent view of Shelburne Town, across the water.<\/p>\n

Where to Eat in Shelburne<\/h2>\n

One of the best places to eat in Shelburne is Boxing Rock Brewery Tap Room<\/a>, where locally sourced ingredients are transformed into healthy, satisfying pub food, paired with local beer, or for the kids – Seaport Sodas, \u201cimported\u201d from Garrison Brewery in Halifax, with flavours such as Root Beer, Blueberry, and Ginger n\u2019 Lime.<\/p>\n

\"Delicious

Delicious grilled cheese and Ceasar salad at Boxing Rock Tap Room in Shelburne\/Photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

If you\u2019re craving bacon and eggs, then Scotia Lunch<\/a> is the place to go for no-frills diner-style fare served by friendly staff in a casual setting. And when I say casual… the chairs at Scotia Lunch are old high school chairs. (Don\u2019t worry, no one will send you to the Principal’s office!) Added bonus: there is another Guy\u2019s Frenchy\u2019s next door to Scotia Lunch, for more thrift shopping fun!<\/p>\n

\"Eggs

A fried breakfast at Scotia Lunch hits the spot\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Head to Moe\u2019s Shake Shack for delicious ice cream and other cool treats. Fun fact: the \u201ccoin-operated\u201d kiddie ride outside Moe\u2019s isn\u2019t coin-operated at all! You just press the red button on the wall and away you go! Tip: Moe\u2019s is cash only.<\/p>\n

\"Moe's

Moe’s Shake Shack: bring cash, and take advantage of the free kiddie ride\/Photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

Although we haven\u2019t checked it out for ourselves, locals rave about Luong’s Restaurant on Water Street, which serves Canadian-Chinese Food. Other places to try are Mr. Fish (fish n\u2019 chips), and The Ship\u2019s Galley Pub and Eatery for hearty pub food. If you\u2019re self-catering, there\u2019s a Sobey\u2019s on the way into town.<\/p>\n

Where to Stay in Shelburne<\/h2>\n

There are plenty of places to stay in Shelburne. The Islands Provincial Park is the best place for tent or RV camping. For cottages, you are spoiled for choice in this region, but Roseway Cottages<\/a>\u00a0come highly recommended, as do the beachside Whispering Waves Cottages<\/a> in nearby Ingomar.<\/p>\n

\"Bruce

Bruce House – an historic Shelburne Air BnB\/photo: Helen Earley<\/p><\/div>\n

In the town itself, try the historic Cooper\u2019s Inn<\/a> for traditional B&B accommodation. For a clean, historic Air BnB, a stone\u2019s throw from the water, try The Bruce House<\/a>, or sister property, Steps to Shelburne<\/a>. In nearby Lockeport, the Seaside Cottages at Ginger Hill<\/a> are perfect for families who love to spend time together on the beach.<\/p>\n

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“The Best Things to do in Shelburne with Your Family” was written with the assistance of Tourism Nova Scotia, which did not review or approve this article.\u00a0Thank you to the town of Shelburne for your warmth and hospitality during our stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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