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A short drive from Toronto lies a gem of unequalled character just waiting to be discovered. Located on Highway 27 and just minutes from Highway 400, the historic village of Cookstown offers a unique blend of old-fashioned charm and bountiful shopping, including one-of-a-kind items by local artisans. Cookstown is more than antiques. The village has live theatre and art galleries. Beautiful boutiques with quilts and fabrics, eclectic interior decorating offering unique gift ideas and others with quality clothing provide an unlimited source of shopping pleasure. Relax in one of the restaurants, coffee shops, or Victorian tea rooms after strolling along the historic main street.

The Trans Canada Trail runs through the village and provides an opportunity to get back to nature and enjoy the great outdoors with a hike or a bike ride. Plan to stay a bit longer at one of the local accommodations that offer great getaways.

Wing Ding offers a community-wide garage sale and has been taking place for over 20 years on the first weekend of June. The Georgian Bay Steam Show is a must see for steam enthusiasts and happens on the Civic weekend in August. The Cookstown Agricultural Fair is a chance to experience a real country fair and is held on the first weekend in September.

A great deal of history is still visible thanks to the tender love and care shown by residents of the Victorian homes and shops. Plan to take a leisurely historic walking tour and experience the flavour of the village. Return often to where old world charm and hospitality go hand in hand.

Check out the Cookstown and District Chamber of Commerce Website for more information.

Shopping
Art Unique Gallery	4293 2nd Line	(705) 458-4466
One-of-a-kind gifts available. Located 2 kms north of Cookstown at Cty Rd 27 and 2nd Line Innisfil.
Cheasley's of Cookstown	3 Church St.	(705) 458-9844
Rustic & Victorian home accessories uniquely hand crafted.
Cookstown Antique Market	Hwy 27 - 1 km north of Hwy 89	(705) 458-1275
Take a drive in the country and visit our 6000 sq. ft. air conditioned barn filled with antiques & collectibles displayed by over 40 dealers.
Country Concessions	1 Dufferin St.	(705) 458-4546 / (888) 834-4407
Just a stroll off the main street you can discover a comfortable haven for the quilter. 5000 bolts of amazing 100% cottons & the latest notions & patterns.
Country Harvest Creations	2 King St.	(705) 458-4996
Gallery & Gifts.
Country Image	8 Queen St.	(705) 458-4850
Fine furnishings, antiques & home decor.
Herma's Interiors	3A/3B Queen St. S.	(705) 458-2321 / (705) 458-2688
A wide variety of extraordinary decorating accessories, distinctive, custom furniture, linen & window treatments.
Just Because Gifts	21 Queen St.	(705) 458-9233
Unique & affordable merchandise with a country flair. Free gift wrapping & small town hospitality offered 7 days a week.
McLachlan Floral Design	1 Queen St.	(705) 458-8842
Innovative designs & affordable elegance.
Northern Iron Metal Studio	10 Queen St.	(705) 458-8935
Wrought iron art & furniture.
Queenstreet Station
Fashion & Gifts
Rus in Urbe - Antiques & Collectibles	9 Queen St.	(705) 458-1055 / (866) 691-7327
A destination on its own at the centre of downtown Cookstown. Open daily year round.
The Quilt Shoppe	25 Queen St.	(705) 458-9233
One of Canada's premier sources for quilting enthusiasts.
Timepiece	22 Queen St.	(705) 458-8880
Specialists in repairing & restoring antique clocks & precision watches. We buy & sell clocks & watches.
The Occassional Piece	12 Queen St.	(705) 458-1138
Chandeliers, stained glass, antique furniture at low country prices.
'Tis The Season	5 Queen St.	(705) 458-9848
Traditional & primitive gifts & decor.
Will Silk's General Store	14 Queen St.	(705) 458-9212
Historic general store - Antiques & collectibles bought & sold - Penny Candy & Fudge.
The Radical Rooster	7860 9th Line of Essa	(705) 424-1437

Dining
The Princely Pear Tea Room	9 Queen St.	(705) 458-1055 / (866) 691-7327
The Guzzling Goose Pub and Patio	IGA Plaza	(705) 458-9199
Master Burger	25 King St.	(705) 458-9651
Attractions
The South Simcoe Theatre		(705) 458-4432
Cookstown Antique Market		(705) 458-1275
Drysdales Tree Farm (705) 424-9719
Nottawasaga Inn & Resort Golf (705) 435-5501
Nicolston Dam (705) 435-7946
Cookstown Manufacturers Outlet Mall (705) 458-1371
Events
Wing Ding	1st weekend in June
Innisfil Christmas in July	Canada Day Weekend
Georgian Bay Steam Show	Civic Weekend, Steam Show Fairgrounds	(905) 729-2773
Cookstown Agricultural Fall Fair	2nd weekend in September, Cookstown Fairgrounds
Annual Fall Art Show	Masonic Hall, November	(905) 729-3595
Light Up Night	Last Saturday in November
Annual Victorian Christmas Show and Sale	Cookstown Antique Market, December	(705) 458-1275
Accommodations
Toronto North, Cookstown KOA		(705) 458-2267
Pifer's Rocking Chair B&B		(705) 435-1735
Princely Pear Guest House		(705) 458-1570
A Place in the Woods B&B		(705) 431-4210
Thornton Country Gardens Bed & Breakfast		(705) 458-4650
Thornton Village B & B		(705) 458-0037
Sunset Ridge Retreat B & B		(905) 729-3513
Victoria House B & B		(705) 458-0040
Nottawasaga Inn & Resort		(705) 435-5501
Nicolston Dam Family Camping		(705) 435-7946