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Prince Edward County (known locally as 'The County') is a large peninsula on the North East shore of Lake Ontario. It measures 50 Km. (32 mi.) from East to West and varies from 3-32 Km. (2-20 mi.) from North to South. It is just South of the main East-West corridor (Hwy 401) between Toronto and Montreal. The peninsula was made an island by the construction of the Murray Canal in the late 1880's. The County is often referred to as 'Quinte's Isle' reflecting its island nature. Easy access is offered by 4 bridges and one Ferry. The area has a population of approximately 25,000 and 500 Km. (312 mi.) of waterfront.

The County is well known for its 3 Km. sand beach at the Sand Banks Provincial Park. Fishing, sailing, biking & birding are important activities to both visitors and locals alike.



The Town of Picton is the largest community in Prince Edward County, with a population of 4,200. The large sheltered harbour provided good accessibility for shipping in the past & now accommodates many recreational watercraft. Picton is a full service town with a hospital, medical clinic, 18 hole golf course, yacht club, extensive shopping, many restaurants and a theatre which presents first run movies and live productions.






The Village of Bloomfield, just West of Picton has developed into a major tourist attraction with many artisan & craft shops, antique shops, restaurants and Bed & Breakfasts.

The County is home to many talented artists including painters, glass blowers, potters, quilters, weavers, photographers & sculpters.

Bed & Breakfast & small Inns exist in growing numbers and provide interesting accommodation at affordable prices.




The Village of Wellington, just West of Bloomfield has a beautiful waterfront location complete with a beach and a lovely tree lined main street.

Wellington still has an old British atmosphere from the days of the United Empire Loyalists. Interesting Queen Anne architecture. It also contains the Reynolds house c.1800 which is believed to be the oldest house in the County.

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