Visitor Brochure

Welcome to
Halton Hills
Georgetown
Real.
Friendly.
Lively.
The Town of Halton Hills is a
unique combination of two
urban areas, historic hamlets
and stunning rural landscapes
all within commuting distance
of Canada’s largest most
culturally diverse city, Toronto.
Take the time to explore the community – there is so
much to see and do. Visit the Town’s website at
www.haltonhills.ca for more information.
We Love Good Sports
Halton Hills has parks to stroll in and places to play and
compete with 25 baseball diamonds, 23 soccer fields
and four tennis court sites. Of course Canada’s national
sports, hockey and lacrosse, are played with enthusiasm
in Halton Hills at the two arenas featuring five ice/
playing surfaces. Since 1936, Georgetown has been
known nationally as the “Home of the Little NHL” as it
was one of the first communities to organize leagues
for children.
Organizing a tournament? Contact www.haltonhills.ca
Georgetown is the largest urban area in Halton
Hills. It features a historic downtown and
abundant amenities. If you are looking for a
town with a variety of shopping and dining, then
you’ve come to the right place. The Georgetown
Marketplace, Toronto Premium Outlets™ and
Georgetown South commercial areas provide a
host of shopping options.
Culture is alive and well in Georgetown, with
numerous musical, theatrical and artistic groups
creating a vibrant cultural life. The newly renovated
Halton Hills Cultural Centre and Public Library is home
to both the Helson Gallery – containing a display of
many historically significant paintings – and the
John Elliott Theatre, a premiere venue for local
performing arts.
Downtown Georgetown
– Your Treasure Awaits
Treasures come in all
shapes and sizes and
are often overlooked
in our hectic and busy
lives. Why not take a few
moments to discover a
new treasure?
Come visit Downtown
Georgetown – where
your treasure awaits!
Acton
Glen Williams
Small Town Spirit
Acton celebrates its rich heritage in the leather
industry by adopting the name “Leathertown”,
made known by its most famous retailer, the
Hide House. The store is located in a historic
building that was originally built in 1899, to
house tanned hides awaiting rail shipment.
Just two blocks from downtown is the picturesque
Prospect Park, surrounded by the serene waters of
Fairy Lake. Picnic lunches under the mature trees are
common during the summer while children cool off
in the splash pad. In the winter, both the park and the
lake help bring Acton’s annual winter carnival to life.
Acton BIA
When you take a stroll through
Downtown Acton, you’ll discover
an eclectic selection of specialty
shops featuring everything from
needlework kits to imported
foods, chocolates and a choice
of dining experiences.
It’s worth the drive to Acton!
Glen Williams, located on the banks of the
Credit River, was founded in 1825. Many of the
buildings here are original, from the 1840’s and
1850’s. That is the charm of this historic setting
and its many businesses, which offer visitors a
relaxing and interesting day out.
Make sure you tour the village and visit the Williams
Mill Visual Arts Centre home to over 30 artists,
Beaumont Mill Antiques and the Glen Town Hall all
of which pre-date Confederation.
Back on Main Street, you can shop at the bakery
or enjoy a pint at the pub. Before you leave this
charming village, make sure to venture toward
Clayhill Road to the Niagara Escarpment. Enjoy the
commanding views of the area and on a clear day,
you can see the CN Tower in downtown Toronto.
Authentic & Inspiring
Limehouse
Norval
Discover Norval, a historic village nestled in the
valley of the beautiful Credit River and a longtime home of Lucy Maud (L.M.) Montgomery,
author of Anne of Green Gables.
The L .M. Montgomery Garden is a public garden,
which blooms with colour from spring to late fall.
Adjacent to the garden is the Willow Park Ecology
Centre and the Credit River. At the park you can enjoy
a Butterfly Garden, Snake Hibernaculum, a wetland
environment, a woodland restoration and the Robert
Noble Tree Trail.
You can enjoy fresh baked goods at Crawford’s’ Bakery
and pay a visit to the L. M. Montgomery Museum which
is a celebration of her life in Norval. The village also
honours the famed author’s birthday with their annual
Montgomery Christmas celebration in late November.
Visit www.lmmontgomerynorval.com
Rich in
History
Another interesting village is Limehouse.
Nestled on the Niagara Escarpment its history
is intertwined with the mining of limestone and
making fly ash for concrete. The limestone was
burned in kilns to extract the ash and remnants
of the kilns exist today and are part of the
Limehouse Conservation Area.
Nature
at its Best
Niagara Escarpment
One of the most striking features in Halton Hills
is the Niagara Escarpment which traverses the
heart of Halton Hills.
The escarpment is 725 km long starting at Niagara
Falls and rises 510 metres above sea level, the Halton
Hills section is the closest to Toronto. Facilities for
skiing, hiking, camping and numerous conservation
areas are within a short driving distance from Halton
Hills. Visit www.niagaraescarpment.org
The Bruce Trail, which is comprised of public and
private lands, follows the escarpment through its
length. The Trail is well-marked and provides access
over fences and river crossings bringing hikers close to
nature. The Bruce Trail in Halton Hills starts just north
of Milton and goes in a north east direction through the
villages of Speyside, Limehouse, Silver Creek and Terra
Cotta. You can choose a portion of the Trail that suits
your skill level. Visit www.brucetrail.org
Trails and Parks
Our
Rural Roots
Diversity
in Nature
Halton Hills is one of the
largest agricultural areas in
the Greater Toronto Area
and is strategically located
to allow our farm operations
to serve over 5 million
consumers. It’s easy to eat
local, either pick-your-own
or at the Farmers’ Markets.
Enjoyable Excursions
Whether you are on foot or bike, municipal trails
provide opportunities to discover nearby natural
areas, parks and gardens.
For more information, pick up a trail guide at local
tourism offices, the Town of Halton Hills Civic Centre
or visit www.haltonhills.ca/trails
Conservation Areas
Terra Cotta Conservation Area
14452 Winston Churchill Boulevard, Halton Hills, ON
Esquesing Conservation Area
9464 Dublin Line, Halton Hills, ON
Limehouse Conservation Area
2169 Fifth Line, Halton Hills ON
Silver Creek Conservation Area
13500 Fallbrook Trail, Halton Hills, ON
There are two Farmers’ Markets in Halton Hills, starting
in June through to the fall. Visit Acton on Thursdays
from 3-7 p.m., or Georgetown on Saturdays from 8 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m. Each week you’ll discover new produce,
baked goods and meat products fresh from the farm.
The Farmers’ Markets are local gathering places where
you’ll get service with a smile, and enjoy the sights and
sounds of a true small town experience. If you want to
get your hands dirty you can visit a number of pickyour-own farms in Halton Hills.
Agriculture is not just about food; Halton Hills also
has a thriving horticultural sector including one of
our largest employers, Sheridan Nurseries. If you are
thinking about landscaping visit one of our many
nurseries.
There are a number of equine operations that you can
choose for horseback riding, horse shows or racing.
To get update information or questions dial 311 or visit
www.halton.ca/simplylocal
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Local Events
We’re not a sleepy set of small towns and hamlets.
We’re always on the go.
October
Masquerade on Main Street
– Downtown Georgetown
www.downtowngeorgetown.com
Trick or Treat on Mill & Main Street
– Downtown Acton www.downtownacton.ca
June
November
Georgetown Highland Games
– Georgetown Fairgrounds
www.georgetownhighlandgames.com
Acton Firefighters Santa Claus Parade
– Downtown Acton Parade at 1pm
www.downtownacton.ca
Big Daddy Festival – Various locations and
times throughout Halton Hills
www.bigdaddyfestival.ca
Georgetown Lions Club Santa Claus Parade
– Starting at 5pm, fully lighted floats
www.georgetownlionsclub.ca
Classics Against Cancer – Cedarvale Park,
Georgetown www.classicsagainstcancer.ca
Montgomery Christmas – various locations
in Norval www.lmmontgomerynorval.com
July
Canada Day Celebrations – Glen Williams Park
on Main Street, Glen Williams 905-877-7119
Canada Day Celebrations – Acton Events
starting at 5pm, Fireworks at dusk
www.downtownacton.ca
August
Annual Leathertown Festival – Mill Street,
Downtown Acton www.downtownacton.ca
December
Light up the Hills Ignition
– Various locations and times
throughout Halton Hills
www.lightupthehills.com
January
Acton Winter Carnival
– Prospect Park & Acton Town Hall
www.downtownacton.ca
Rock n’ Roll Classics – Juried Classic Car Show
Set to Classic Music by local bands –
Downtown Georgetown 905-877-9550
September
Georgetown Fall Fair – Georgetown Fairgrounds
www.georgetownfallfair.ca
Epic Tour Halton – Kelso Quarry Park
(Steeles Avenue West Milton) www.epictour.ca
Acton Fall Fair – Prospect Park, Acton
www.actonfair.ca
Doors Open Halton Hills – Various sites in Norval
www.doorsopenontario.on.ca
PHOTO CREDITS: Ann Adema, Ron Stiel, Manny Martins
Come visit
hh today!
The intimate nature of our small towns
and hamlets creates a safe and friendly
environment where no one is a stranger.
Town of Halton Hills
I Halton Hills Drive,
Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2
1-877-712-2205 [email protected]
Tourist Information Centres
Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce
328 Guelph Street, Georgetown
905-877-7119 www.haltonhillschamber.on.ca
MacMillan’s Gourmet Frozen Foods
6834 Hwy #7, Acton
www.tourismhaltonhills.ca