You have to slow down a little to fully appreciate the charm of Northumberland County. Surrounded by the waters of the Ganaraska River to the west, Rice Lake to the north and Lake Ontario to the south, it's a truly special place with lots to discover.
Follow meandering country roads through farm country where the family farm still reigns. Some of our residents have been here for five generations and, as you drive past their homesteads, it's easy to sense that history is all around you. Perhaps what's so surprising is that Northumberland is so close to major centres and it's the perfect antidote to city stress.
The largest urban places in Northumberland are Cobourg and Port Hope, both small towns at heart. For anyone interested in heritage, both rank high because so many of their older buildings have been preserved. Scattered through the rest of the county are smaller villages and towns – Gore's Landing, Brighton and Warkworth – each a reminder of our rural heritage. Northumberland's Archives and Museum department would be happy to share their research with you.
Northumberland's character is something not lost on the film industry. You wouldn't believe how many movies, TV shows and commercials have been shot here, because the rural atmosphere is perfect. You don't have to look far to feel the timeless quality that sets Northumberland apart. Come and experience it for yourself.
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