Thorold - Peaceful Living

PEACEFUL LIVING THOROLD

DISCOVER THOROLD

FROM DINING AND SHOPPING TO PARKS AND RECREATION – ALL AT YOUR DOORSTEP

GET YOUR FOODIE ON EXPERIENCE ALL THINGS FUN & FOOD

HOW TO SPEND YOUR WEEKEND

NEVER BE AT A LOSS FOR WHAT TO DO

FABULOUS AMENITIES

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES RIGHT OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR

Photo Credit: City of Thorold

IN THE HEART OF EVERYTHING

In Thorold, nothing is out of reach. Whether you want a fun night out, a shopping excursion, or an intimate date at a local eatery, it’s all right at your doorstep. Want to explore a little further? You’re absolutely spoiled for choice!

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Welcome to Thorold, where peaceful living meets outdoor adventures and incredible amenities. You’ll feel a world away, but you’ll never be far from home.

NATURE AT ITS FINEST

Thorold is home to several conservation areas, including the lovely Short Hills Provincial Park. You’ll also find countless hiking trail loops, a segment of the Bruce Trail, and lots of beautiful parks and playgrounds.

ENDLESS ENJOYMENT

Watch a ship go by at the Lock 7 Viewing Centre, grab a bite to eat and enjoy some live music, or venture into one of the downtown boutiques to do some shopping. Whatever your definition of fun, you’ll definitely find something that suits it in Thorold.

A LEISURELY LIFESTYLE

Small-town living with urban vibes. Whether it’s weekend brunch or a leisurely walk along the canal, Thorold delivers a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle that we know you’ve been looking for.

THE PERFECT LOCATION

Nestled between Welland, Fonthill, and St. Catharines, Thorold is just minutes from every amenity you could imagine and offers easy access to highways into Toronto and New York State.

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A PERFECT BLEND OF HISTORY AND NATURE

Seeking a quiet spot in the heart of Niagara to put roots down? Historic Thorold is where it’s at. A small city that’s close to all the big-city amenities you could need, Thorold is the perfect blend of history and nature that makes for a great place to live.

Located on the Niagara Escarpment, Thorold is known for its conservation areas and Lock 7 Viewing Centre, but there’s something for everyone to enjoy—from the Merrittville Speedway to plenty of playgrounds to cozy local cafés and eateries.

Thorold is in the centre of it all, located just 10 minutes from St. Catharines and 15 minutes from Niagara Falls. You’ll have easy access to the QEW, allowing you to make it from the 406 to the GTA in less than 90 minutes for memorable nights out. As they say, all roads lead to Thorold!

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS

If you’re keen on spending time outdoors, Thorold has plenty to offer for the whole family.

PARKS AND TRAILS

The 6.5-acre Decew House Heritage Park is a gathering place for hikers and bikers alike. It offers access to the Bruce Trail, as well as picnic areas and the remains of the historic Decew House.

For more nature and history, head to Battle of Beaverdams Park. From fountains, rain gardens, and the memorial grove to a playground and bandshell, it’s a stunning revitalization of a historic space.

Thorold is a hiker’s paradise, with the moderately challenging Black Walnut Trail, a favourite among locals. It’s a combination of woods and meadows, but it can get muddy during rainy days—you’ve been warned! Swayze Falls Trail will take you to the waterfall, while the Welland Canal Parkway Trail is a point-to-point, paved option that stretches for 45 kilometres to Port Colborne.

For fun with the kids, head to Sullivan Park or South Confederation Park. The former is four acres of playground and sports fields—perfect for an afternoon of jungle-gyming and family baseball games. The latter is a gorgeous 10-acre space with a paved walking path, soccer pitch, baseball diamonds (including one for T-ball!), a playground and splash pad.

CONSERVATION AREAS

Nature lovers will find an abundance of attractions nearby. Mel Swart Lake Gibson Conservation Park is a 27-acre space with beautiful boardwalks and trails, all centred around the lovely Lake Gibson. But it’s just the beginning of conservation spaces to explore.

Short Hills Provincial Park sits in the middle of the Niagara Peninsula and offers 660 hectares of conserved land for hiking, biking, and fishing.

Just outside the town boundaries sit Saint Johns Conservation Area and Rockway Conservation Area. Saint Johns is the perfect spot for nature watching and trout fishing, and Rockway offers beautiful wooded trails and not one but two waterfalls.

CYCLING

Remember that 45-kilometre stretch? It might be a long walk, but it’s perfect for cycling enthusiasts! The Welland Canal Parkway Trail runs from St. Catharines to the shores of Lake Erie. It’s a beautiful ride alongside the canal as you watch huge ships making their way through the locks.

Then there’s the Thorold-Welland Loop, which takes you almost 57 kilometres past Short Hills Provincial Park and through some of Niagara’s small towns. It ends with a descent of the Niagara Escarpment—and probably a well-deserved drink at a local pub.

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CYCLE

GREATER NIAGARA CIRCLE ROUTE

This 140-kilometre (mostly) paved trail shows you the best of the scenic Niagara Region and comprises the Welland Canal Parkway Trail, Friendship Trail, Niagara River Recreation Trail, and Waterfront Trail.

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FIRST NATIONS PEACE MONUMENT

Located in Decew House Heritage Park, this beautiful memorial structure was built to recognize the contributions of the First Nations to the War of 1812 and the creation of Canada.

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BEECHWOOD GOLF & SOCIAL HOUSE

An 18-hole championship course with hills and valleys, waterways and forests—and challenges around every corner. The course is set on the land where Laura Secord once walked to warn the British of impending attack.

DOWNTOWN THOROLD MARKET

During the summer months, you’ll find the best fresh produce, local baked goods, and artisan crafts at the downtown farmers’ market. Grab what you need and head home to make an incredible farm-to-table meal.

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You’ll love your Thorold community where there are so many fabulous amenities right outside your door!

PARKS/NATURE

1. C.E. Grose Park

2. Decew House/Heritage Park

3. Hutt Park

4. Mel Stewart Lake Gibson Conservation Park

5. Memorial Park

6. Sullivan Park

GOLF COURSES

1. Brock Golf Course

SPORTS & RECREATION

1. BP Sports Park

2. Decew Falls

3. Nick Basciano Centre/Thorold Community Activities Group

4. Thorold Community Arenas

5. Thorold Community Pool

6. Thorold Soccer Club

7. Welland Sports Complex

SHOPPING

1. Big Red Market

2. Circle K

3. Figg Street Co.

4. Foodland

5. Front Row Sports

RESTAURANTS & TAKE-OUT

1. Cosmo’s Diner

2. Cracker Jack’s Bar & Grill

3. Harry’s New York Bar

4. In Piazza Pasta and Wine Bar

5. Karma Kameleon Gastropub

6. M.T. Bellies

7. McDonald’s

8. Papa Vince Pizza

9. Pizza Hut

10. Pizza Pizza

11. Subway

7. St. Kevin Catholic Elementary School

8. St. Peter Catholic Elementary School

9. Thorold Co-operative Nursery School

10. Thorold Secondary School

11. Welland Centennial Secondary School

12. Westmount Public School

COMMUNITY

1. Thorold Public Library

FAITH

1. Grace Community Church

2. Living Water Community Church

3. New Apostolic Church Niagara

4. Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church

5. Resurrection Lutheran Church

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

1. BMO Bank of Montreal

2. FirstOntario Credit Union

3. Thorold Community Credit Union Ltd

EDUCATION

1. Brock University

2. Notre Dame College School

3. Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School

4. Prince of Wales South Public School

5. Quaker Road Public School

6. Richmond Street Public School

6. St. John’s Church, Thorold

7. Trinity United Church

MEDICAL

1. Niagara Veterinary Emergency Clinic

2. Peace Medical Clinic

3. Thorold Medical Clinic Physiotherapy

BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

1. 4 Your Health

2. Aesthetics by Alyssa

3. Strange Beauty Waxing & Sugaring

4. Taylor & Co Salon

Please note that information on our maps is subject to change. Please check local listings for up-to-date information.

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6. Red Door

7. Richmond Supermarket

8. The Post Office – Shannon Passero

12. The Moose & Goose

13. The Overtime Pub

14. Thorold Fish & Chips

15. Tim Hortons (2)

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MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAY

Merrittville Speedway has been hosting dirt racing for over 70 years.

The 3/8-mile dirt oval boasts a fast, smooth surface. In addition to the weekly races, there are a number of special events that take place throughout the season. Be sure to attend Wreckfest, a fan favourite!

LOCK 7 VIEWING CENTRE

Situated atop the Niagara Escarpment, the viewing platform affords a stunning view of Locks 4, 5, 6, and 7. Check the seaway schedule to coordinate your stop with a vessel in the lock and teach the kids how the canal works.

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ADVENTURE

BAREFOOT BUSHCRAFT

Do you have what it takes to survive? Enjoy hands-on activities in the great outdoors like archery (including a children’s class), axe throwing, and bushcraft courses.

RELAX

SKYWAY DRIVE-IN

Sit back and enjoy feature films on one of four screens. The drive-in operates seasonally and offers a fully renovated concessions building with classic drive-in fares.

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FAMILY LIVING

THOROLD EXPERIENCE ALL THINGS FUN AND FOOD

Looking for a fun afternoon at the park with the family? Or maybe a little café for date night? Thorold has it all!

ENTERTAINMENT

For live music, along with good eats, you’ll want to check out Donnelly’s Pub or Cracker Jack’s Bar and Grill which are both local favourites.

It’s just 15 minutes to Fallsview Casino and Casino Niagara, where you’ll find slot machines, gaming tables, and excellent dining options. You’ll also find Avalon Theatre at Fallsview Casino there, with a lineup of incredible performers.

The 3/8 -mile track at Merrittville Speedway hosts a Saturday night program from April to September featuring stock cars, sprint cars, and modified races. There’s also a karting program for younger speed demons. For traditional family fun, hop in the car for the 10-minute drive to Parkway Social in St. Catharines. The facility boasts a bowling alley, laser tag, and an arcade with both classic and modern games for you to show off your skills.

ESSENTIALS & SHOPPING

Downtown Thorold is home to boutiques and restaurants that you can’t help but pop in to explore. It’s a unique “old town” experience but comes alive during the many festivals and events that take place here throughout the year.

For thrifting, you’ll find the Habitat for Humanity ReStore and Community Care Thrift Shop. And if you’re looking for outlets for a day of discount shopping, Canada One and the Outlet Collection at Niagara Falls are just a few minutes away.

For those in need of sporting equipment or apparel, Front Row Sports is the place to visit. They offer gear and equipment for all levels of athletes in a multitude of sports. Specializing in skate and hockey equipment fitting, you’ll find the perfect fit for both elite players and those just starting out.

FITNESS & RECREATION

Families interested in rec classes and camp should check out Thorold Community Activities Group. Options include youth

karate, floor hockey, baking, and dance, as well as various adult programs and a volleyball league.

For ice sports, head to Thorold Community Arenas. The facility offers two pads and a variety of community programming. Gym enthusiasts have some choice, too. The area is home to a few different fitness, performance, and personal training facilities.

For summer fun, Thorold has five splash pads. The Thorold Community Pool, at the Nick Basciano Centre, is an outdoor facility open from late June until Labour Day and offers drop-in programs, swimming lessons, advanced aquatics, and pool rentals.

FESTIVALS

Known as the most patriotic city in Canada, Thorold plays host to a few special festivals each year, including a Canada Day event and Blues on the Battlefield. The July 1st celebration is a family event with live music, entertainment for the kids, food, and stunning fireworks.

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The following weekend, the renowned blues event brings live blues music to Battle of Beaverdams Park.

During the winter months, Thorold residents can take part in the annual Thorold Festival of Lights. The town invites residents and businesses to submit photos of their Christmas-lit houses and be part of the interactive story map throughout the holiday season.

Festivals in the surrounding area include the Pelham Art Festival and Pelham Summerfest, Niagara Falls Elvis Festival, Comic Con, and the Peach Festival in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

GOLF

Beechwood Golf & Social House is the most popular pick among golfers in Thorold, but it’s not the only option. Fox Run Golf Course has a par 3 nine-hole golf course and practice facility, making it the

perfect place to work on your short game. Brock Golf Course offers an executive 18-hole course, but it’s also fun for the whole family with their 18-hole mini-golf course, a driving range, and a 9-hole footgolf course, too. Bad weather got you down? Head into the John White Golf Learning Centre, an indoor training facility with three practice hitting bays, a chipping area, a 900 sq. ft. putting green, 4D motion, and a private teaching area.

GET YOUR FOODIE ON

Thorold might be known for its bluesy history, but it’s also known for great food.

RESTAURANTS

Local favourites Thorold Fish & Chips and Papa Vince Pizza, have you covered for an easy family dinner. For a sit-down experience, gastropub Karma Kameleon serves up 5-star cuisine in the heart of the city, while The Burgh is Thorold’s best spot for burgers, wings, handpies, and more.

Those with a sweet tooth will want to visit Homestead Donuts & Bakery or JC Patissier for a wide range of unique desserts.

For fresh bagels and breads, the Bagel Oven is open seven days a week. They also feature madeto-order bagel sandwiches and deli takeout along with a variety of take-out breakfast and lunch options.

For those looking to grab delicious food to go, be sure to stop by Big

Red Markets Thorold, a top quality butcher and deli. Featuring fresh salads, sandwiches and delicious heat-and-serve entrées, they make lunch or dinner easy. And for those looking to spice up their larger gatherings, Big Red Markets have catering options as well! Of course, they aren’t the only butcher in town worth a visit. John’s Meat Shop offers a range of authentic homemade Italian foods in addition to their fresh meats, sausage, and takeout packages of Italian-style meatballs and tomato sauce.

Of course, you’ll also find all the usual places for a quick bite, including Tim Horton’s.

WINERIES

There are plenty of excellent wineries just a short drive away in the award-winning region of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Tucked along the shores of Lake Ontario, the region offers more than 50 wineries and is home to some of the oldest and greatest wine producing vineyards in Canada, propelling Canada onto the world’s

wine stage. Wineries you’ll want to discover include Konzelman Estates, Trius, Henry of Pelham Estate Winery, Beamsville Bench, Two Sisters, and so many more!

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KARMA KAMELEON GASTROPUB

A laid-back gastropub with simple but to-die-for food, Karma Kameleon is the perfect spot for a casual date night or evening with friends. Need a menu reco? You can’t go wrong with their renowned lobster grilled cheese and their Whole Shebang Caesar – a signature Caesar topped with a menagerie of tasty treats!

JOHN’S MEAT SHOP

Family owned and operated for over 50 years, John’s Meat Shop offers a wide range of authentic homemade Italian food. Be sure to try their delicious veal or chicken cutlets, or shish-kabobs. And once you try their sauce, you’ll never make your own again!

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JC PATISSIER

Life is short. Eat dessert first! A true hidden gem right in Thorold, JC Patissier is a French pastry shop featuring fine desserts, viennoiserie , macarons and crêpes created by their passionate pastry chefs.

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MERRITTVILLE BIG SCOOP

Located in front of the Merrittville Speedway, this popular ice creamery serves up—you guessed it—big scoops of Kawartha Dairy flavours. Need a little more? Call ahead to reserve a litre of your favourite flavour!

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GLENRIDGE QUARRY NATURALIZATION SITE

This former limestone aggregate quarry and landfill is one of Niagara’s hidden gems! Enjoy hiking, cycling, or walking the dogs as you explore the trails around this beautiful site.

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DOWNTOWN NIAGARA FALLS

Perfect for a night out, Niagara Falls’ downtown area offers great restaurants, seemingly endless entertainment, and beautiful views of the Falls and Niagara River.

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NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE

Nestled on the shores of Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River, this small town offers exceptional wineries, the Shaw Festival, and tree-lined streets with 19th century buildings.

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BALL’S FALLS & HISTORIC VILLAGE

Located in the Twenty Valley, this gorgeous conservation area offers two waterfalls, historical buildings, and numerous hiking trails for all levels. Guided tours are also available.

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FORT ERIE

On the banks of the Niagara River, Fort Erie is home to its namesake historic fort, the picturesque Bridgeburg Historic District, the Peace Bridge, and plenty of local eateries.

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6 min PEN CENTRE

8 min OUTLET COLLECTION AT NIAGARA

CANADA ONE OUTLETS 11 min

FASHION OUTLETS OF NIAGARA FALLS, USA

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HERNDER ESTATE WINES

COLD BREAK BREWING

WINERIES & BREWERIES

12 min

KAME & KETTLE BEER WORKS 14 min

13TH STREET WINERY

15 min

HOWELL FAMILY PUMPKIN FARM

10 min

FONTHILL FAMILY FRUIT FARM 14 min

WHITE MEADOWS FARMS 15 min

17 min JONES BEACH

BEACHES

SUNSET BEACH 19 min

CRYSTAL BEACH

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ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS

OUR LADY OF THE HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Niagara Catholic District School Board

Grades K-8

41 Collier Rd. S., Thorold, ON L2V 3S9

RICHMOND STREET PUBLIC SCHOOL