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
10 restored buildings, Concord Coach, wagons and more! http://www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org/

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.

Sunapee Dinner Cruises  http://www.mvkearsarge.com/

MV Mt. Sunapee Cruises  http://www.sunapeecruises.com

Hopkinton State Fair, Contoocook
One of the Biggest Fairs in the State!  http://www.hsfair.org/

Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway  http://www.srkg.com/

Twin State Speedway ( formely Claremont Speedway - Modifieds, Late Models, Super Stocks, Mini Stocks, and More!

NH Motor Speedway, NH's Claim to Fame!  

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/

Sunapee Outfitters, Newbury  http://www.sunapeeoutfitters.com/



Outspokin Bicycle and Sports http://www.outspokin.com/
 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









 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
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  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.

-Hole in the Fence Cafe, 420 Main St. http://newlondonnhpizza.com/

-Traditions at Lake Sunapee Country Club, 288 Country Club Lane  http://www.lakesunapeecc.com

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,
Mt Sunapee Resort, Newbury, NH  http://www.nhcrafts.org/

Tanger Outlet, Tilton NH   http://www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton

Shops in the Area

-Area Used Book Shops  Link


-NH Association of Antique Dealers www.nhada.org

Bradford
-Barns of Bradford, Rte 114, Bradford (Furnishings) 603-938-2618

-Old Road Antiques, Rte 103, Bradford http://www.oldroadantiques.com/

New London
-Artisan's Workshop, New London  603-526-4227

-Back Room Art Supplies, New London

-Hubert's Dept. Store, Intersection Newport and County Roads New London NH 03257 http://www.hubertstores.com

-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

-Vessels & Jewels, 207 Main St. http://www.vesselsandjewels.com/

Newbury/Sunapee
-Deck Dock, 81 Edgemont Road/ Route 103B 603 763 3266

-Prospect Hill Antiques, Sunapee http://www.prospecthillantiques.com

Newport
-Brickstone Gift and Florist Shop, Newport   603-863-6760

-Dorr Mill Store, Newport   http://www.dorrmillstore.com/

-M.J. Harrington & Co. Jewelers, 33 Main St. Newport NH 03773  http://www.mjharrington.com

Warner
-Country Cobwebs, 42 Kearsarge Mtn Rd, Warner  603-456-3033

-Main Street Bookends, Main St. http://www.mainstreetbookends.com/

-The Rolling Pin, 17 Main St.   603-456-2590

-Wingdoodle, 19 East Main St.   http://www.wingdoodle.com/

-Yankee Farmer's Market, Route 103   Link

Artist Studios in the Area

Kendall Studio & Gallery, Georges Mills

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

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

Candlelite Inn Bed & Breakfast
5 Greenhouse Lane
Bradford, NH (New Hampshire) 03221
603-938-5571  Toll Free ~ 888-812-5571