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 Recreation abounds in every season with lake activities taking center stage each summer. Dinner cruises on Lake Sunapee, water skiing, canoeing and swimming at area state beaches. A brisk hike through well marked nature trails or up Mt. Kearsarge to the look-out tower will fill an afternoon nicely. Mountain and road biking, downhill and cross country skiing, tennis and championship golf courses - we have everything to do or nothing to do - if that's your pleasure. For a taste of life in a simpler time and place, take a step back and visit Bradford, the Gateway to the Lake Sunapee Region
  Year Around
 Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum, Warner, Great displays of Indian Artifacts http://www.indianmuseum.org/main.htmThe Enfield Shaker Musuem, Enfield, NH http://www.shakermuseum.org/The Fort at No. 4, Charlestown, Demonstrations of domestic and military life are held daily,Colby Sawyer College, New London, Colby-Sawyer College offers a wide range of cultural and educational events throughout the year, which are open to the general public. http://www.colby-sawyer.eduHaunting Whisper Vineyard, Danbury, http://www.hauntingwhisper.netNew London Historical Society, New London, 10 restored buildings, Concord Coach, wagons and more! http://www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org/Shaker Villages at Canterbury and Enfield http://www.shakers.org/The Fells / Hay Estate, Newbury, NH http://www.thefells.org/Musterfield Field Farm Museum, Great historic place to visit in North Sutton! http://www.musterfieldfarm.com/Newport Opera House, Newport, http://www.newportoperahouse.comNorthEast Shakespeare Ensemble, New London, http://www.nesetheatre.orgMcAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center , Concord, Fantastic events to see the stars! http://www.starhop.com/Capitol Center for the Arts, Concord http://www.ccanh.com/Verizon Wireless Arena, Manchester http://www.verizonwirelessarena.com/The new Verizon Arena in Manchester is nearby for great concerts with big-name artists and sporting events.
West Meadow Stables, Bradford www.westmeadowstables.com A local stable offering trail rides, foliage rides, sleigh and hay rides.
Many of the local towns have "Concerts on the Green" and there are plenty of local restaurants that invite small bands and singers to perform in their establishments.
There are many small artisan studios in the area and we can quickly direct you to crafters of many different varieties.
Spring / Summer
New London Barn Playhouse The Barn Playhouse features talent from all over the country in traditional summer stock fashion. http://www.nlbarn.com Box office 603-526-4631 Tickets can be waiting at the box office while you enjoy some of the fine local dining available in the area.Sunapee Dinner Cruises http://www.mvkearsarge.com/MV Mt. Sunapee Cruises http://www.sunapeecruises.comHopkinton State Fair, Contoocook, One of the Biggest Fairs in the State! http://www.hsfair.org/Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway http://www.srkg.com/NH Motor Speedway, NH's Claim to Fame! http://www.nhms.com/Star Speedway, Epping - Enduros, Strictly Stocks, Road Runners, Spectacular Drags http://www.starspeedway.com/Kearsarge Arts Theatre (KAT) Company, New London, 603-526-4906 Box Office 927-4899 (opens late June) Ruggles Mine,Grafton http://www.rugglesmine.com/State Parks and Outdoors
Winslow State Park Route 11, Wilmot, NH 03287, Phone: 603-526-6168
Winslow State Park is located on the northwest slope of Mt. Kearsarge in Wilmot, New Hampshire. The picnic area is on an 1,820-foot plateau with outstanding views of the White Mountains to the north and the taller of the southern and central Vermont peaks. Mt. Sunapee, Ragged Mountain, and Pleasant Lake dominate the closer landscape. A one-mile foot trail leads from the picnic area to the summit of Mt.Kearsarge. A 1- 3/4 mile trail offers a loop possibility. The Park is open weekends from mid-April to mid-June, and daily from mid-June to early November. Admission to the Park is $3.00; children 11 and under are admitted free of charge.
Rollins State Park, Route 103, Warner, NH 03278, Phone: 603-456-3808
Located in the town of Warner, Rollins State Park is situated on the south slope of Mt. Kearsarge. A 3-1/2 mile long scenic auto road rises from the park entrance through woodlands to the parking and picnic areas. The picnic area, located in a natural wooded glen beneath granite ledges, is historically referred to as the "Garden." It affords views that stretch from Mt. Monadnock to the hills of New Hampshire's coastal plain. The summits of Pack Monadnock, Crotched and Uncanoonuc Mountains, the hills of central Massachusetts, and the Boston skyline are visible on the horizon, while the Mink Hills and Merrimack River Valley can be seen nearby. A one-half mile trail to the summit of Mt.Kearsarge leaves from the picnic area.
The Park is open daily from mid-June to late October, and weekends only from late October to November 11.
Sunapee State Beach and State Park, Route 103, Newbury, NH 03255 Phone: 603-763-5561
This major recreation area in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region offers year-round activities. In the winter, alpine skiing is available at Mt. Sunapee Resort, owned by the state of New Hampshire and managed by the Okemo Mountain Resort. Enjoy hiking, swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing and swimming in the summer/fall months. The campground now offers 5 lean-to sites for family camping. Sunapee State Beach is situated about a mile from the campground and offers many amenities. Sunapee State Park is open daily from mid-June to Labor Day. The 4,085 acre lake at Sunapee State Beach is an ideal spot for family and group outings - enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and picnicking. The Beach has a store, canoe and kayak rentals, a playground, and a new bathhouse. A boat launch is available with some restrictions. Pets are not allowed on the beach.
Wadleigh State Park, Route 114, Sutton, NH 03260, Phone: 603-927-4724
Wadleigh State Beach offers swimming on beautiful Kezar Lake. Tall pine trees shade the picnic sites located adjacent to the beach, making it an ideal location for families and group outings. Amenities in the park include a bathhouse, picnic tables, and playing fields. The park is open weekends only from mid-May to mid-June, and daily from mid-June to Labor Day. The admission fee is $3.00, children 11 and under are admitted free.
Biking
Road bikers will love the challenges of our local terrain. Mountain bikers are able to enjoy most of the hiking trails. All will delight in the beautiful scenery. Rentals are available at Village Sports,Main Street, New London, 603-526-4948.
Boating-Canoeing-Kayaking & Jet Skiing
Rentals are available at Village Sports, 603-526-4948; and Sargents Marina, 603-763-5036, http://www.sargentsmarina.net/Aldens of Sunapee http://www.aldenofsunapee.com/Kayak Country http://www.kayakcountry.com/Fall / Winter
Monarchs Hockey http://www.monarchshockey.com/
Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding, Within a few miles you can enjoy premier New Hampshire ski areas.
Mount Sunapee, Sunapee, NH 603-763-2356, http://www.mtsunapee.com
Dartmouth Skiway, Lyme Center, NH 603-795-2143, http://www.skiway.dartmouth.edu
Pats Peak, Henniker, NH 888-PATSPEAK, http://www.patspeak.com
Ragged Mountain Resort, Danbury, NH 603-768-3600 http://www.RaggedMountainResort.com
Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, The area hosts beautifully groomed courses at:
Eastman Cross-Country Center, Eastman, NH 603-863-4500 http://www.eastmannh.com
Norsk at Sunapee http://www.dextersnh.com/x-c-skii.html
Snowshoe rentals are available at Village Sports, 603-526-4948.
Skating Guests may also skate on the rink at the New London Town Green on Main Street.
Skate rentals are available at Village Sports, 603-526-4948. and on the Newport Town Green
Get the latest weather and ski reports at Ski New Hampshire http://www.skinh.com
Chambers of Commerce
Concord Chamber of Commerce, http://www.concordnhchamber.com/Lebanon Chamber of Commerce, http://www.lebanonchamber.com/Hanover Chamber of Commerce, http://www.hanoverchamber.orgHenniker Chamber of Commerce, http://www.hennikerchamber.com/New London Chamber of Commerce, http://www.newlondonareanh.comManchester Chamber of Commerce, http://www.manchester-chamber.org/Escape for a Golfing Weekend!
NH Outdoors Golf Course List LinkRagged Mountain Resort, Danbury, http://www.raggedmountainresort.com/ 18 holes, par 72Beaver Meadow Golf Course, 1 Beaver Meadow Dr., Concord, 18 holes, par 72, public LinkCanterbury Woods Country Club, 15 West Rd, Canterbury, 18 holes, public, on 260 acres of landClaremont Country Club, Maple Ave., Claremont, 9 holes, semi-private 603-542-9550Country Club of New Hampshire, Kearsarge Valley Rd, No Sutton, 18 holes, public 603-927-4246Countryside Golf Club, 20 Country Club Lane, Dunbarton, 9 holes, public 603-774-5031Dustons Country Club, 40 Country Club Rd, Hopkinton, 9 holes, semi-private, Tee times are suggested on weekends, 603-746-4234Eastman Golf Links, Clubhouse Lane, Grantham, 18 holes, semi-private http://www.eastmannh.com/Newport Golf Club, Unity Rd, Newport, 18 holes, public http://www.newport-golf.com/Plausawa Valley Country Club, 42 Whittemore Rd, Pembroke, 18 holes, semi-private http://www.plausawavalleycc.com/Ragged Mountain Golf Club, Ragged Mtn Rd, Danbury LinkRestaurants and Eating Establishments.
Bradford
Appleseed Restaurant & Catering, Rte 103, Country Dining! http://www.appleseedrestaurant.comBradford Junction, Rte 114, Great food in classic atmosphere! 603-938-2424Dunkin Donuts, Main St. Henniker
Daniel's Restaurant & Pub, Main St, Casual dining, http://www.danielsofhenniker.com/Country Spirit, Rte 114, Great Steaks! http://www.countryspirithenniker.com/Millie's Cafe and Bakery, 63 Rush Rd. 603-428-8031Newbury
Bubba's Bar & Grille, 976 Route 103, 603-763-3290Double Diamond Restaurant, Rte 103, Restaurant & Lounge, 603-763-3113One Mile West, Rte 103, "A Fairly Odd American Tavern", http://onemilewest.comNew London
Dunkin Donuts, Main St. 603-526-4644Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grille, Route 11, http://www.flyinggoose.comLa Meridiana, Route 11, 603-526-2033MacKenna's Restaurant & TCBY Treats,New London Shopping Center , 603-526-9511Millstone American Bistro & Wine Bar, 74 Newport Rd. http://www.millstonerestaurant.comNonni's www.NonnisItalianEatery.comPeter Christian's Tavern, 195 Main St. http://www.peterchristianstavern.com Hole in the Fence Cafe, 420 Main St. http://newlondonnhpizza.com/Traditions at Lake Sunapee Country Club, 288 Country Club Lane http://www.lakesunapeecc.comNewport
Old Courthouse, 30 Main St. Newport 603-863-8360, http://www.eatatthecourthouse.com/Salt Hill Pub http://www.salthillpub.com/salthillpub.htmlSunapee
MV Kearsarge, Sunapee Harbor, Take a dinner on the Lake! http://www.mvkearsarge.com/Warner
Foothills Restaurant, Main St, Great breakfast & lunch! 603-456-2140Charlie Mac's Pizza, Main St., 603-456-2828  Antiques and Shopping League of NH Craftsmen, Annual Craftsmen's Fair, Mt Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH http://www.nhcrafts.org/
Tanger Outlet, Tilton NH http://www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton
Merrimack Premium Outlets www.premiumoutlets.com/merrimack
Shops in the Area
Area Used Book Shops Link
NH Flea Market Guide http://www.fleamarketguide.com/nh.htm
NH Association of Antique Dealers www.nhada.org
Bradford
Barns of Bradford, Rte 114, Bradford (Furnishings) 603-938-2618Old Road Antiques, Rte 103, Bradford http://www.oldroadantiques.com/New London
Artisan's Workshop, New London 603-526-4227Back Room Art Supplies, New London, http://www.backroomartsupplies.com/Hubert's Dept. Store, Intersection Newport and County Roads New London NH 03257 http://www.hubertstores.comLarks & Nightingales, 277 Newport Rd. New London Shopping Center, New London, NH 03257 http://www.larksnh.comSerendipity Boutique, New London Shopping Center New London 603-526-4475Tatewell Gallery, 207 Main St. 603-526-2910Vessels & Jewels, 207 Main St. http://www.vesselsandjewels.com/Newbury/Sunapee
Deck Dock, 81 Edgemont Road/ Route 103B 603 763 3266, http://www.deckdock.comProspect Hill Antiques, Sunapee http://www.prospecthillantiques.comThe Rolling Pin,104 Route 103. 603-938-5191 http://www.shop.rollingpinshop.com/Newport
Brickstone Gift and Florist Shop, Newport 603-863-6760Dorr Mill Store, Newport http://www.dorrmillstore.com/M.J. Harrington & Co. Jewelers, 33 Main St. Newport NH 03773 http://www.mjharrington.comWarner
Country Cobwebs, 42 Kearsarge Mtn Rd, Warner 603-456-3033Main Street Bookends, Main St. http://www.mainstreetbookends.com/Wingdoodle, 19 East Main St. http://www.wingdoodle.com/Yankee Farmer's Market, Route 103 LinkArtist Studios in the Area
Kendall Studio & Gallery, Georges Mills, http://www.tallshipprints.com/
Carroll Family Studio, Warner http://www.davidmcarroll.com/
Spirit of New England, Bradford http://www.spiritne.com Handcrafted gold and silver jewelry with precious and semi-precious gemstones. A member of the League of NH Craftsman. By appointment only.
Realtors
Tall Pines Realty www.tallpinesnh.com
Elliot Hansen Associates www.elliothansen.com
Vinyards and Breweries
Candia
Candia Vineyards, 702 High Street, www.candiavineyards.com
Concord
Manchester Brewing Company, 119 Old Turnpike Rd, www.manchesterbrewing.com
Conway
Tuckerman Brewing Company, 64 Hobbs Street, www.tuckermanbrewing.com
Danbury
Haunting Whisper Vineyards, 77 Oak Ridge Dr, www.hauntingwhisper.net
Effingham
Prodigal Brewing Company at Misty Mountain Farm, 670 Town House Road, www.prodigalbrewing.com
Gilford
Stone Gate Vineyard, 27 David Lewis Rd, www.stonegatevineyard.com
Keene
Elm City Brewing Company, 222 West St., www.elmcitybrewing.com
Laconia
Stone Coast Brewery, 546 Main St, 603-528-4188
Lee
Flag Hill Winery, 297 North River Road, www.flaghill.com
Littleton
Franconia Notch Brewing Company, Inc., 260 Dells Rd, 603-444-6258
Manchester
Stark Mill Brewing, 500 N Commercial St, 603-622-0000
Merrimack
Anheuser-Busch Inc, 221 Daniel Webster Hwy, www.anheuser-busch.com
Milford
Pennichuck Brewing Co Inc, 127 Elm St # C, 603-672-2750
Nashua
Martha's Exchange, 185 Main Street, www.marthas-exchange.com/brewery.php
New London
Flying Goose Brewpub, 40 Andover Road, www.flyinggoose.com
Newington
Redhook Ale Brewery Inc., 35 Corporate Dr, www.redhook.com
North Conway
Moat Mountain Brewery, 3378 White Mountain Highway, www.moatmountain.com
North Woodstock
Woodstock Brewery, 135 Main Street, www.woodstockinnbrewery.com
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Brewery, 56 Market Street, www.portsmouthbrewery.com
Smuttynose Brewing Company, 225 Heritage Ave # 2, www.smuttynose.com
Sandown
Zorvino Vineyards, 226 Main Street, www.zorvino.com
South Hampton
Jewell Towne Vineyards, 183 Whitehall Rd. www.jewelltownevineyards.com
Walpole
Barnett Hill Vineyard and Mountain View Winery, 114 Barnett Hill Rd, www.bhvineyard.com
West Lebanon
Seven Barrel Brewery, NH Route 12A, Plainfield Road, 603-298-5566
Windsor, VT
Harpoon Brewery, 336 Ruth Carney Dr, www.harpoonbrewery.com
Candlelite Inn Bed & Breakfast
5 Greenhouse Lane, Bradford, NH (New Hampshire) 03221
603-938-5571 Toll Free ~ 888-812-5571
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