Northumberland Shore
This area is easily accessed from the Nova Scotia/New Brunswick border. Beginning at Amherst, follow the Sunrise Trail along the coast to Auld’s Cove, where the Canso Causeway leads to Cape Breton Island.
This region boasts rolling green farmlands, towering cliffs and sandy beaches with the warmest waters north of the Carolinas.
Scottish heritage and traditions are proudly celebrated through festivals, attractions and museums throughout this region. Enjoy the fresh seafood, blueberries and fine wines this region is famous for.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Amherst Wandlyn Inn 83 A/C Rooms (Open Year Round) 902-667-3331
Amherst, NS, 1-800-561-0000, www.wandlyninns.com, Licensed Dining, Pool, Hot Tub, & Internet
Braeside Country Inn & Licensed Dining (Open All Year) 902-485-5046
126 Front St, Pictou, NS, www.braesideinn.com, 1-800-613-7701, 18 A/C Rooms/Suites with private bath
Claymore Inn & Suites & Licensed Dining Café (Open All Year) 902-863-1050
137 Church St, Antigonish, N.S., B2G 2E3; 1-888-863-1050, www.claymoreinn.com
Coastal Inn Antigonish (Open Year Round) 902-863-3730
4789 Highway #104, Antigonish, NS, 1-800-433-4494; www.coastalinns.com
Comfort Inn 60 A/C Motor Inn Units (Open Year Round) 902-667-0404
143 South Albion St., Amherst, NS, 1-800-228-5150; Comp. 24 Hr. Coffee; www.choicehotels.ca/ride
Comfort Inn 62 A/C Motor Inn Units (Open Year Round) 902-755-6450
740 Westville Road, New Glasgow, NS, 1-800-228-5150; www.choicehotels.ca/ride
Consulate Inn B&B Registered Heritage Property (Open Year Round) 902-485-4554
157 Water St., Pictou, NS, 1-800-424-8283; www.consulateinn.com, Full Breakfast Included
Country Inns & Suites (Open Year Round) 902-928-1333
700 Westville Road, New Glasgow, NS, 1-800-456-4000; www.countryinns.com
Holiday Inn Express Stellarton-New Glasgow (Open Year Round) 902-755-1020
86 Lawrence Blvd, Stellarton, NS, 1-800-465-4329, www.hiexpress.com, Complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast
Maritime Inn Antigonish (Open Year Round) 1-888-662-7484
158 Main St, Antigonish, NS, www.maritimeinns.com, Quiet, Downtown Location
Pictou Lodge Beachside Resort (Open Year Round, weekends only Jan 2-May 7) 1-800-495-6343
172 Lodge Rd. (Braeside), Pictou, NS, www.pictoulodge.com, Oceanside Historic Log Resort
Super 8 Amherst Free SuperStart Breakfast (Open Year Round) 902-660-8888
(Hwy 104, Exit 4) 40 Lord Amherst Dr., Amherst, NS, 1-800-800-8000, www.super8amherst.com
Tara Inn Quality Rooms at a Comfortable Price (Open Year Round) 902-752-8458
917 East River Rd, New Glasgow, NS, 1-800-565-4312, www.taramotel.com, Exit 25, off #104
CAMPGROUNDS
Whidden Park Ltd. 174 Camp Sites, 14 Cottages, Pool (Open May 15-Oct 15) 902-863-3736
11 Hawthorne St., Antigonish, NS, www.whiddens.com, Walking distance to downtown
ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
Grohmann Knives Ltd. Factory Outlet Shopping & Free Tours (Open Year Round) 902-485-4224
116 Water St, Pictou, NS, 1-888-7KNIVES, www.grohmannknives.com, Email: info@grohmannknives.com
Jost Vineyards & Winery Store (Open Year Round) 1-800-565-4567
48 Vintage Lane, Malagash, NS, www.jostwine.com, Daily Summer Tours, Tasting Bar, Gift Store
Nova Scotia Museum of Industry (Open Year Round) 902-755-5425
Hwy #104 at Exit #24, Stellarton, NS, http://industry.museum.gov.ns.ca, antique cars, trains & more
MOTORCYCLE – DEALERSHIPS, PARTS, ACCESS.
Adventure Motors Largest Motorcycle Shop in Northern N.S. 902-928-1015
238 Archimedes St., New Glasgow, NS, www.adventuremotors.com, Big Selection of Pre-Owned Motorcycles
Ceilidh Honda Powerhouse Authorized HONDA dealer (Open All Year) 902-755-9663
393 Westville Rd., New Glasgow, NS, www.ceilidhhonda.ca, HONDA Products Sales, Parts & Service
MOTORCYCLE – SAFETY COURSES
Safety Services Nova Scotia Learn The Skills You Need! 902-454-9621
Register for 20 hr Motorcycle Safety Course, go-to www.safetyservicesns.ca for locations & dates
RESTAURANTS, BISTROS, PUBS, SEAFOOD
Big Al’s Acadian Restaurant and Lounge (Open Year-Round). 902-657-3341
9 Station Rd., Tatamagouche, NS, www.big-als.ca, Come for the experience, come back for the food!
Crofter’s Steak and Seafood (Open Year Round) 902-755-3383
565 Stellarton Road, New Glasgow, NS, Fully Licensed – You’ll Love Our Food & Prices!, www.crofters.ca
Gabrieau’s Bistro Exquisite Cuisine & Exceptional Service (Open Year Round) 902-863-1925
350 Main St., Antigonish, NS, Star Rating 9 Consecutive Years “Where to Eat in Canada”; www.gabrieaus.com
Mother Webb’s Simply the Best Steaks! Fully Licensed Since 1964 www.motherwebbs.com
TransCanada Highway #104, East of Antigonish, NS, Open Daily 11am until 10pm
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