Local Attractions of Sherbrooke

Combining the charms of the 1880s with modern conveniences.

Located 2 1/2 hours from Halifax along the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia, the village of Sherbrooke is home to approximately 400 residents.  Sherbrooke can be best described as a beautiful and quaint community that has continued to preserve its charm over the years.  The St. Mary's River, famous for its salmon fishing, can be found within 'casting' reach of Sherbrooke.

Sherbrooke is also well known for being the home of Sherbrooke Village, a 'living' museum depicting a typical village that would have been found during the time period of the 1860s to pre-World War II era.

Through out the year, Sherbrooke plays host to a number of festivals, including:

• St. Mary's River Days (June)

• Sherbrooke Village Strawberry Festival (July)

• Court House Concert Series (June - September )

• St. Mary's Flower Show (August)

• Berry Good Weekend (August)

• Old Fashion Christmas (December)

While Sherbrooke does not offer the chance to buy a Big Mac or a Whopper, it does offer all the necessary amenities that are typical of any community, including:

• Hospital
• Bank (with Bank Machine);
• Grocery store;
• Post Office;
• Drug Store;
• Liquor Store;
• RCMP Detachment;
• Library;
• Garage;
• Two gas stations;
• Convenience Store;
• Three restaurants; and
• Salmon smokehouse.

When it comes time to enjoy the outdoors, Sherbrooke offers a number of activities and attractions, including:

• Boating (kayaking, canoeing, sailing);
• Nature trails;
• Biking;
• Ocean beaches and lakes for swimming;
• Cross-country skiing;
• Snowmobiling;
• Hunting; and
• Fishing.