London
Heritage Farm
6511 Dyke Road
Richmond, BC
Tel: 604-271-5220
londonhf@telus.net
http://steveston.bc.ca/online/londonfarm.html
Location:
Located at the south end of Gilbert Road and west to 6511 Dyke
Road in sunny Steveston.
General Information:
London Heritage Farm is a heritage site of 4.6 acres overlooking
the south arm of the Fraser River. A lovely 1890s farmhouse was
built on the site by the London family and has been completely
restored and fully furnished for that period. Around the house
are fragrant herb and flower gardens - a beautiful setting for
strolling, picnics or to just enjoy the peace and quiet of the
area.
Other
attractions on the site include the restored Spragg family barn,
hand tool museum, tea room, 1910 buggy and 1952 Ferguson tractor.
Age Group:
All ages
Hours
of Operation:
July and August it is also available Saturday and Sunday
Open daily 10 - 4pm Noon - 4 pm
Picnic
area and washrooms
Open daily 9am -9pm
Group tours and information (604) 271-5220
Cost:
(Currently)
*Tea Room Reservations recommended. Dates subject to change.
*Note that hours and admission prices are subject to change without
notice.
*Group teas, tours and shopping available during the week by reservation
*Visa, Mastercard and Debit Card Accepted
What
is there to Do and See?
Wander around the 4+ acres, feed the ducks in the pond, talk to
the 'girls' – their 22 friendly chickens - and ponder over
the many pieces of old farm equipment (try to guess what they
are). While in the west pasture, check out the 500+ items in the
West Coast Seeds demonstration and research garden. Also has a
hand tool museum, tea room, gift shop, 1910 buggy and 1952 Ferguson
tractor.
Bring
a picnic lunch - the park in front of the house has picnic tables,
gazebo, horseshoe pitch and rose arbor. Modern washrooms are adjacent
to the caretaker's cottage. You can also order tea and scones
from one of the dining rooms in the house – open in the
summer.
Visit
the gift shop offering their own blend of London Lady Tea, a unique
selection of jams & jellies, London Farm honey, home-baking,
chocolate confections, hand-sewn crafts, china, pet treats, stocking
stuffers, greeting cards, and other exclusive London Heritage
Farm items created by local artisans.
Various
special events throughout the year, call to find out more information.
Family Fair and Craft Fair – (mid-August): pony rides, miniature
train ride and wood carving demonstrations.
Other activities occur during Halloween, Mother’s Day, Easter
Teas and a Christmas Craft Fair in November.
Tips:
1. Bring food for a picnic if you would like to have one!
2.
Dress appropriately; wear sunscreen if it’s warm out!
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