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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
The Enfield Shaker Musuem, Enfield, NH
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.
Haunting Whisper Vineyard, Danbury
New London Historical Society, New London
Shaker Villages at Canterbury and Enfield
The Fells / Hay Estate, Newbury, NH
Musterfield Field Farm Museum,
Great historic place to visit in North Sutton!
Newport Opera House, Newport
NorthEast Shakespeare Ensemble, New London
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center , Concord
Fantastic events to see the stars!
Capitol Center for the Arts, Concord
Verizon Wireless Arena, Manchester
The new Verizon Arena in Manchester is nearby for great concerts with big-name artists and sporting events.
West Meadow Stables, Bradford
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.
Hopkinton State Fair, Contoocook
Twin State Speedway ( formely Claremont Speedway - Modifieds, Late Models, Super Stocks, Mini Stocks, and More!
NH Motor Speedway, NH's Claim to Fame!
Kearsarge Arts Theatre (KAT) Company, New London
603-526-4906 Box Office 927-4899 (opens late June)
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
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Fall / Winter
Monarchs Hockey
Downhill Skiing & Snowboarding
Within a few miles you can enjoy premier New Hampshire ski areas.
Mount Sunapee
Sunapee, NH 603-763-2356,
Dartmouth Skiway,
Lyme Center, NH 603-795-2143
Pats Peak,
Henniker, NH 888-PATSPEAK
Ragged Mountain Resort
Danbury, NH 603-768-3600
Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
The area hosts beautifully groomed courses at:
Eastman Cross-Country Center, Eastman, NH 603-863-4500
Norsk at Sunapee
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
Chambers of Commerce
Concord Chamber of Commerce
Lebanon Chamber of Commerce
Hanover Chamber of Commerce
Henniker Chamber of Commerce
New London Chamber of Commerce
Manchester Chamber of Commerce
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Escape for a Golfing Weekend!
NH Outdoors Golf Course List Link
Ragged Mountain Resort, Danbury
Beaver Meadow Golf Course, 1 Beaver Meadow Dr., Concord
18 holes, par 72, public Link
Canterbury Woods Country Club, 15 West Rd, Canterbury
18 holes, public, on 260 acres of land
Claremont Country Club, Maple Ave., Claremont
9 holes, semi-private 603-542-9550
Country Club of New Hampshire, Kearsarge Valley Rd, No Sutton
18 holes, public 603-927-4246
Countryside Golf Club, 20 Country Club Lane, Dunbarton
9 holes, public 603-774-5031
Dustons Country Club, 40 Country Club Rd, Hopkinton
9 holes, semi-private, Tee times are suggested on weekends
603-746-4234
Eastman Golf Links, Clubhouse Lane, Grantham
Newport Golf Club, Unity Rd, Newport
Plausawa Valley Country Club, 42 Whittemore Rd, Pembroke
Ragged Mountain Golf Club, Ragged Mtn Rd, Danbury Link
Restaurants and Eating Establishments.
Bradford
-Appleseed Restaurant & Catering, Rte 103, Country Dining!
-Bradford Junction, Rte 114, Great food in classic atmosphere!
603-938-2424
-Dunkin Donuts, Main St.
Henniker
-Daniel's Restaurant & Pub, Main St, Casual dining
-Country Spirit, Rte 114, Great Steaks!
-Idlewood Steakhouse, Rte 114, down the hill from Pats Peak Ski area 603-428-4353
-Mary's Cafe and Bakery, 63 Rush Rd. 603-428-8031
-Que Pasa Rte 114, Fine Mexican Dining/Takeout 603-428-8226
Newbury
-Bubba's Bar & Grille, 976 Route 103
603-763-3290
-Digby's Steakhouse & Saloon, Rte 103, Restaurant & Lounge
603-763-3113
-One Mile West, Rte 103, "A Fairly Odd American Tavern"
New London
-Dunkin Donuts, Main St. 603-526-4644
-Flying Goose Brew Pub & Grille, Route 11
-La Meridiana, Route 11, 603-526-2033
-MacKenna's Restaurant & TCBY Treats,
New London Shopping Center , 603-526-9511
-Millstone American Bistro & Wine Bar, 74 Newport Rd.
-Peter Christian's Tavern, 195 Main St.
Newport
-Old Courthouse, 30 Main St. Newport 603-863-8360
Sunapee
-MV Kearsarge, Sunapee Harbor, Take a dinner on the Lake!
Warner
-Foothills Restaurant, Main St, Great breakfast & lunch!
603-456-2140
-Charlie Mac's Pizza, Main St., 603-456-2828
Antiques and Shopping
League of NH Craftsmen, Annual Craftsmen's Fair,
Shops in the Area
-Area Used Book Shops Link
Bradford
-Barns of Bradford, Rte 114, Bradford (Furnishings) 603-938-2618
New London
-Artisan's Workshop, New London 603-526-4227
-Back Room Art Supplies, New London
-Larks & Nightingales, 277 Newport Rd. New London Shopping Center, New London, NH 03257 http://www.larksnh.com
-Serendipity Boutique, New London Shopping Center New London 603-526-4475
-Tatewell Gallery, 207 Main St. 603-526-2910
Newbury/Sunapee
-Deck Dock, 81 Edgemont Road/ Route 103B 603 763 3266
Newport
-Brickstone Gift and Florist Shop, Newport 603-863-6760
Warner
-Country Cobwebs, 42 Kearsarge Mtn Rd, Warner 603-456-3033
-The Rolling Pin, 17 Main St. 603-456-2590
-Yankee Farmer's Market, Route 103 Link
Artist Studios in the Area
Kendall Studio & Gallery, Georges Mills
Handcrafted gold and silver jewelry with precious and semi-precious gemstones. A member of the League of NH Craftsman. By appointment only.
Realtors
Vinyards and Breweries
Candia
Candia Vineyards
702 High Street
Concord
Manchester Brewing Company
119 Old Turnpike Rd
Conway
Tuckerman Brewing Company
64 Hobbs Street
Danbury
Haunting Whisper Vineyards
77 Oak Ridge Dr
Effingham
Prodigal Brewing Company at Misty Mountain Farm
670 Town House Road
Gilford
Stone Gate Vineyard
27 David Lewis Rd
Keene
Elm City Brewing Company
222 West St
Laconia
Stone Coast Brewery
546 Main St
603-528-4188
Lee
Flag Hill Winery
297 North River Road
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
Milford
Pennichuck Brewing Co Inc
127 Elm St # C
603-672-2750
Nashua
Martha's Exchange
185 Main Street
New London
Flying Goose Brewpub
40 Andover Road
Newington
Redhook Ale Brewery Inc
35 Corporate Dr
North Conway
Moat Mountain Brewery
3378 White Mountain Highway
North Woodstock
Woodstock Brewery
135 Main Street
Portsmouth
Portsmouth Brewery
56 Market Street
Smuttynose Brewing Company
225 Heritage Ave # 2
Sandown
Zorvino Vineyards
226 Main Street
South Hampton
Jewell Towne Vineyards
183 Whitehall Rd.
Walpole
Barnett Hill Vineyard and Mountain View Winery
114 Barnett Hill Rd
West Lebanon
Seven Barrel Brewery
NH Route 12A, Plainfield Road
603-298-5566
Windsor, VT
Harpoon Brewery
336 Ruth Carney Dr
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Candlelite Inn Bed & Breakfast
5 Greenhouse Lane
Bradford, NH (New Hampshire) 03221
603-938-5571 Toll Free ~ 888-812-5571
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