MiddlesexCounty
Middlesex County: a Staycation Destination Take a drive to Middlesex County and see why residents look forward to annual events such as the Strathroy Turkey Festival, Gala Days in Ailsa Craig, and the Fiddle and Step Competition in Dorchester. If it’s heritage and culture you’re seeking, there are numerous museums throughout the county, like the Lucan Area Heritage and Donnelly Museum, which houses a collection dedicated to the infamous Donnelly murders, and the Komoka Railway Museum proudly displaying its 1913 Shay steam locomotive. Pick up the new Heritage Trail Map, a guide to 113 sites throughout the county, with signs that tell the stories of places or events with historical significance and gives the reader a glimpse into the past. The Barn Quilt Trail in Wardsville, a Water Trail in Strathroy for canoes and kayaks, and a variety of walking trails are some of the unique experiences Middlesex County has to offer. Join the thousands who flock to Middlesex County every weekend during the summer where the roar of the engines can be heard and some of the finest stock car racing in Canada takes place on the half-mile oval track at Delaware Speedway - spectacular natural amphitheatre-like setting surrounded by the tranquil rural landscape. Explore the towns and villages, shop at one-of-a-kind stores, visit one of the many studios, sample the cuisine, and stop by a local grower to take home some fresh produce. Come out to the county, it’s just a short drive away! Make a day of it, or enjoy a “staycation”. Whether it’s a romantic getaway at a quaint bed and breakfast, or fun for the family at one of our campgrounds, you will find it here, just beyond the city limits. Visit our website at www.tourmiddlesex.ca. You can also “like” us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, or stop in and see us at 137 Frank Street in Strathroy. Call 519-245-8951 or toll free: 1-855-245-8951.