Compiling a Janeite Travel Guide
We're often struck by crazy ideas at the Alliance, and all that sets us apart is that we act upon them. Next on the plans is to create an ebook to help Jane Austen fans visit our lovely region this summer.
To that end, we're looking to feature:
- Local tour operators or guides, particularly those focused on heritage tours of the region
- Restaurants, specifically those with a heritage or local connection
- Hotels/B&Bs, again with an historic connection
- Things to do
- Interesting scenery
If you have a nook or cranny that is worthy of exposure and is in our region (from Adolphustown to Cornwall), please let us know. We'll need location and contact details, as well as a blurb on what makes your suggestions great. Any other details such as prices and hours of operation will also be helpful.
Please post below or email info@celebrate1812.ca
Please note that all suggestions should be geared at an individual traveller. So, tours must be open either for hire, or offering single tickets.
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Permalink Reply by Ian Farthing on -
MAID FOR A MUSKET - St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival, Prescott
A comedy set in Prescott, 1813. The War of 1812 hasn't had much of an impact so far on the soldiers stationed in Prescott. So they decide to swear off wine and women for a whole year while they improve themselves in the art of poetry, the art of philosophy and the art of war.
All is well until some beautiful women come into town...
Loosely based on Shakespeare's Love's Labours Lost, this comedy is going to be fun for all the family!
July 13 - August 17
Tuesday - Saturday 7pm, Wednesday and Saturday matinees 2pm
Performances run in repertory with Hamlet - check the website for exact performance dates.
Tickets: $27 (Students $20, Children 14 and under FREE)
Or buy a Dinner Theatre Package - 2 adult tickets and a $25 voucher for the historic Red George Pub for only $70!
www.stlawrenceshakespeare.ca or call 613 925 5788
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Permalink Reply by The Alliance on -
Thanks, Ian, can you please post the details (i.e. ticket prices, contact details, dates etc.)? We need as much as can be shared!
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Permalink Reply by Triune Productions on -
Explore historic Oxford Mills!
David Shanahan with the Municipality of North Grenville has produced a series of Walking Tour brochures, one of which features 10 or 12 sites in the hamlet. I'll try to get more info to you.
JB
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Permalink Reply by Paul Fortier on -
Sir John's Public House - 343 King Street, East - Kingston (near historic Market Square)
A traditional Scottish pub in a building once Sir John A. Macdonald's law office from 1849 to 1860. Historic atmosphere with affordable menu and great service.
OPEN: daily - 11:30 to close
www.foodandheritage.com / 613-766-9296
The Battery Bistro - Fort Henry National Historic Site - Kingston
A casual bistro with large deck-patio in the Advanced Battery overlooking Navy Bay, Royal Military College and the City of Kingston. Historic setting, summer-time menu, fully licensed.
OPEN: Mid-May to October 31, most days from 11:30 - 3:30 and most evenings.
NOTE: New in 2013 - visitors will not pay Fort Henry admission to enter the Advanced Battery and no parking charge.
www.foodandheritage.com / 613-530-2550
DINNER & A SHOW - Fort Henry National Historic Site - Kingston
Saturday and Wednesday evenings during July & August enjoy a three-course dinner served by soldier servants in the Fort Henry Officers' Dining Room followed by prestige seating for the Fort Henry Sunset Ceremony. Packages must be paid in advance and start from $65 per person inclusive for an adult.
WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY EVENINGS, JULY & AUGUST
www.foodandheritage.com / 613-530-2550
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