Catherine’s guidebook for Sturbridge area

Catherine
Catherine’s guidebook for Sturbridge area

Shopping

Part of the Brimfield flea market circuit. Takes place in May, July, and September. Book your stay now with us before reservations fill up!
Brimfield's Heart-O-The Mart
37 Palmer Road
Part of the Brimfield flea market circuit. Takes place in May, July, and September. Book your stay now with us before reservations fill up!
A fun and eclectic shop with something for everyone. Come in to see what new treasures you can find! Fragrances, incense, Hallmark cards, clothing & accessories, jewelry, lots of candy and fudge! A great selection of organic, gluten-free, natural and vegan foods and snacks. Great gifts by local artisans. And so much more!! Open Wednesday-Sunday 11 AM-4pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesdays.
The Thrifty Gypsy
531 Main St
A fun and eclectic shop with something for everyone. Come in to see what new treasures you can find! Fragrances, incense, Hallmark cards, clothing & accessories, jewelry, lots of candy and fudge! A great selection of organic, gluten-free, natural and vegan foods and snacks. Great gifts by local artisans. And so much more!! Open Wednesday-Sunday 11 AM-4pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesdays.
Indoor flea market based in an old brick mill. Several shops available. Open Tuesday through Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM
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Sturbridge Flea Market
559 Main St
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Indoor flea market based in an old brick mill. Several shops available. Open Tuesday through Sunday 10 AM – 5 PM

Sightseeing

Visit the historic village to interact with costumes historians and learn about life in the 19 century catch demonstrations, browse the exhibit, and explore the historic village and local town. Check website for daily schedule and admission prices. 0SV.org
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Old Sturbridge Village
1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd
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Visit the historic village to interact with costumes historians and learn about life in the 19 century catch demonstrations, browse the exhibit, and explore the historic village and local town. Check website for daily schedule and admission prices. 0SV.org
Beautiful spot for walking and being in nature. Picnic tables and grills available. Dog friendly. Sunny open area. Walking trails available.
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Westville Recreation Area
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Beautiful spot for walking and being in nature. Picnic tables and grills available. Dog friendly. Sunny open area. Walking trails available.
6.2 miles of walking trails have been completed. Although they do not yet connect they are both pleasant rides through the Quinebaug River Valley and worthy of tying together for a day of adventure and railroad history. Trail end points on US 20 near W. Old Sturbridge Rd. in Brimfield and Westfield Dam at Marjorie Lane in Southbridge. Trail surfaces are crushed stone, dirt and gravel. For more information go to traillink.com
Grand Trunk Trail
Grand Trunk Trail
6.2 miles of walking trails have been completed. Although they do not yet connect they are both pleasant rides through the Quinebaug River Valley and worthy of tying together for a day of adventure and railroad history. Trail end points on US 20 near W. Old Sturbridge Rd. in Brimfield and Westfield Dam at Marjorie Lane in Southbridge. Trail surfaces are crushed stone, dirt and gravel. For more information go to traillink.com
Beautiful church property including the hall of saints, Russian icon exhibit, generations statue, labyrinth walk, angel of hope and gift Shop. Walking Trail for the Stations of the Cross. Serene and peaceful area to sit and take in nature. Outside pavilion for masses from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Mass is at 4 PM on Saturday, 8, 10, and noon on Sunday. The gift shop carries an assortment of religious items such as rosaries, jewelry, books, cards, statues, gift items and more. The gift shop is open seven days a week from 10 AM – 5 PM.
St. Anne Shrine Gift Shop
Beautiful church property including the hall of saints, Russian icon exhibit, generations statue, labyrinth walk, angel of hope and gift Shop. Walking Trail for the Stations of the Cross. Serene and peaceful area to sit and take in nature. Outside pavilion for masses from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Mass is at 4 PM on Saturday, 8, 10, and noon on Sunday. The gift shop carries an assortment of religious items such as rosaries, jewelry, books, cards, statues, gift items and more. The gift shop is open seven days a week from 10 AM – 5 PM.
Discover a small, serene pond and a jumble of giant boulders forming a house. Discover the nooks and crannies of this 296 acre tract via 3 miles of trails and woods roads. The centerpiece is the 20 to 30 foot high rock enclosure that stands guard over man-made Carter pond. Along the way, savor the wildflowers, hardwood forests and Pine Grove’s, and watch for a wide variety of animals from wild turkeys to painted turtles. No charge for admission. For more information visit Thetrustees.org
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Rock House Reservation
535 MA-9
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Discover a small, serene pond and a jumble of giant boulders forming a house. Discover the nooks and crannies of this 296 acre tract via 3 miles of trails and woods roads. The centerpiece is the 20 to 30 foot high rock enclosure that stands guard over man-made Carter pond. Along the way, savor the wildflowers, hardwood forests and Pine Grove’s, and watch for a wide variety of animals from wild turkeys to painted turtles. No charge for admission. For more information visit Thetrustees.org

Food scene

Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Thursday 12–7 p.m. Friday Saturday 12–8pm. Sunday 12-5pm. Reservations suggested. Outside dining available. Bake shop open Sunday through Thursday 7 AM to 7 PM. Friday and Saturday 7 AM to 9 PM. Excellent sticky buns! 508-347-3313
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Publick House Historic Inn
277 Main St
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Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Thursday 12–7 p.m. Friday Saturday 12–8pm. Sunday 12-5pm. Reservations suggested. Outside dining available. Bake shop open Sunday through Thursday 7 AM to 7 PM. Friday and Saturday 7 AM to 9 PM. Excellent sticky buns! 508-347-3313
Open 11:30am - 9pm. Closed Tuesday. Dine-in or takeout. Reservations recommended. 508-347-1088
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Kaizen Sushi Bar & Grill
479 Main St
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Open 11:30am - 9pm. Closed Tuesday. Dine-in or takeout. Reservations recommended. 508-347-1088
Lunch and dinner. Open Wednesday and Thursday 11:30–9 p.m., Friday 11:30–10 p.m., Saturday 11:30 through 10 PM and Sunday 10 AM – 8 PM. 508-347-5800
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Cedar Street Grille
12 Cedar St
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Lunch and dinner. Open Wednesday and Thursday 11:30–9 p.m., Friday 11:30–10 p.m., Saturday 11:30 through 10 PM and Sunday 10 AM – 8 PM. 508-347-5800
Limited breakfast items, great coffee choices, panini, salads and sandwiches. Open weekdays 6:30am - 5pm. Weekends 8am- 11pm. Sunday 8a - 3p. Specialty drinks during the evening and delicious dessert offerings. Friday and Saturday acoustic music 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM and Sunday local artist all day. 774-304-1193
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Saw Dust Coffee House & Dessert Bar
371 Main St
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Limited breakfast items, great coffee choices, panini, salads and sandwiches. Open weekdays 6:30am - 5pm. Weekends 8am- 11pm. Sunday 8a - 3p. Specialty drinks during the evening and delicious dessert offerings. Friday and Saturday acoustic music 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM and Sunday local artist all day. 774-304-1193
Open for lunch and dinner 12-8pm. Closed Monday 508-347-2600
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Sturbridge Seafood
376 Main St
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Open for lunch and dinner 12-8pm. Closed Monday 508-347-2600
Excellent Thai food. Open Monday - Wednesday 11:30 to 9 PM, Thursday 11 AM - 9 PM, Friday 11 AM - 10 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12-9pm. 508-347-2999
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Thai Place
371 Main St
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Excellent Thai food. Open Monday - Wednesday 11:30 to 9 PM, Thursday 11 AM - 9 PM, Friday 11 AM - 10 PM, Saturday and Sunday 12-9pm. 508-347-2999
Lunch and dinner 11:30-8:30pm Tuesday - Thursday. Friday and Saturday 11:30-9pm 508-347-2321
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The Duck
502 Main St
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Lunch and dinner 11:30-8:30pm Tuesday - Thursday. Friday and Saturday 11:30-9pm 508-347-2321
Open Tuesday through Thursday 4:30 PM through 8:30 PM. Friday and Saturday 4:30 PM through 9:30 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday. Takeout available from 11:30 AM through 8 PM. 508-347-2321
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Avellino
502 Main St
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Open Tuesday through Thursday 4:30 PM through 8:30 PM. Friday and Saturday 4:30 PM through 9:30 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday. Takeout available from 11:30 AM through 8 PM. 508-347-2321
Excellent and popular smoke house. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11am-9pm. Sunday 11am-8pm. Closed Monday. As Brian says, “it’s all about the meat!” 508-347-3188
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B.T.'s Smokehouse
392 Main St
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Excellent and popular smoke house. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11am-9pm. Sunday 11am-8pm. Closed Monday. As Brian says, “it’s all about the meat!” 508-347-3188
Open for lunch and dinner with outside dining available. Open Tuesday 11am -9pm. Wednesday-Saturday 11am - 10pm. Sunday 11-9pm. Bar service available also. 508-347-1900
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Teddy G's
179 Main St
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Open for lunch and dinner with outside dining available. Open Tuesday 11am -9pm. Wednesday-Saturday 11am - 10pm. Sunday 11-9pm. Bar service available also. 508-347-1900
Walking distance to a great breakfast or lunch. Open 7 days 7am - 2pm. 508-347-7455
Churchill's Village Eatery
450 Main Street
Walking distance to a great breakfast or lunch. Open 7 days 7am - 2pm. 508-347-7455
Great breakfast place. Open weekdays days 7am -2pm. Weekends 7am - 12pm. 508-347-2320
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Annie's Country Kitchen
140 Main St
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Great breakfast place. Open weekdays days 7am -2pm. Weekends 7am - 12pm. 508-347-2320
Breakfast, lunch and great coffee! Open 7 days 7a-2p 508-347-2288
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Sturbridge Porterhouse
407 Main St
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Breakfast, lunch and great coffee! Open 7 days 7a-2p 508-347-2288
Open for breakfast and lunch. Tuesday – Sunday 7 AM – 2 PM. Sundays a breakfast menu is available only. 508-347-6800.
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Cedar Street Café
420 Main St
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Open for breakfast and lunch. Tuesday – Sunday 7 AM – 2 PM. Sundays a breakfast menu is available only. 508-347-6800.
Great breakfast. Only open Friday 7am-2pm. Saturday and Sunday 7a-1p. 413-245-4575
Apple Barn Cafe
52 Palmer Rd
Great breakfast. Only open Friday 7am-2pm. Saturday and Sunday 7a-1p. 413-245-4575
Great breakfast. Only open Wednesday through Sunday 6AM – 3PM
Old Village Grille
25 Brookfield Road
Great breakfast. Only open Wednesday through Sunday 6AM – 3PM
Open for lunch. Excellent daily specialty soups, sandwiches, salads and quiche. Outdoor seating available. Gluten-free options and vegetarian friendly. A definite local farm to table restaurant! Take out also available. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11–3 p.m. Sunday 11-4pm
Soup To Nuts
559 Main St
Open for lunch. Excellent daily specialty soups, sandwiches, salads and quiche. Outdoor seating available. Gluten-free options and vegetarian friendly. A definite local farm to table restaurant! Take out also available. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11–3 p.m. Sunday 11-4pm

Outdoor activities

This scenic 9 hole course has gorgeous surroundings with mature oak, elm and hemlock trees lining the fairways. The course was built on hilly terrain, and has water coming into play on two holes. Carts available for rent. For more information go to hemlock ridgegolfcourse.com
Hemlock Ridge Golf Course
220 Holland Rd
This scenic 9 hole course has gorgeous surroundings with mature oak, elm and hemlock trees lining the fairways. The course was built on hilly terrain, and has water coming into play on two holes. Carts available for rent. For more information go to hemlock ridgegolfcourse.com
Family owned and operated. Pick your own and prepackaged available. Peaches, blueberries, raspberries and apples available. Baked goods on site. Don’t miss the out of this world apple cider donuts! Homemade cider, homemade jams and pies available for purchase also. Open from end of July through Thanksgiving 10am -5pm 7 days a week.
Breezeland Orchards Inc
1791 Southbridge Rd
Family owned and operated. Pick your own and prepackaged available. Peaches, blueberries, raspberries and apples available. Baked goods on site. Don’t miss the out of this world apple cider donuts! Homemade cider, homemade jams and pies available for purchase also. Open from end of July through Thanksgiving 10am -5pm 7 days a week.
Apple orchard in Brimfield with pick your own apples, wagon rides and bake shop available. Apple fest yearly in September! For more info go to cooksfarmorchard.net
Cook's Orchard
106 Haynes Hill Road
Apple orchard in Brimfield with pick your own apples, wagon rides and bake shop available. Apple fest yearly in September! For more info go to cooksfarmorchard.net
Spring hours for ice cream and grill. Thursday through Sunday 11am– 7Pm weather permitting. In the fall, pick your own pumpkins!
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Westview Farms Creamery
109 E Hill Rd
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Spring hours for ice cream and grill. Thursday through Sunday 11am– 7Pm weather permitting. In the fall, pick your own pumpkins!

Local breweries

Local brewery with purchasing of cans available, draft available at the bar, or full bar available that is “less hoppy”. For more info go to Treehousebrew.com
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Tree House Brewing Company, LLC
129 Sturbridge Rd
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Local brewery with purchasing of cans available, draft available at the bar, or full bar available that is “less hoppy”. For more info go to Treehousebrew.com
Local pub where you can enjoy Rapscallion beer and signature taproom atmosphere complete with home-cooked food, beautiful outdoor patio, live music and newly expanded wine in hand crafted cocktail menu.
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Rapscallion Brewery
3 Arnold Road
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Local pub where you can enjoy Rapscallion beer and signature taproom atmosphere complete with home-cooked food, beautiful outdoor patio, live music and newly expanded wine in hand crafted cocktail menu.
Winery featuring local wine, beer and hard cider. Events change monthly. Open Friday 4p-8p. Saturday and Sunday 12-6p. For more info go to Brimfield winery.com
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Brimfield Winery & Cidery
35 Main Street
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Winery featuring local wine, beer and hard cider. Events change monthly. Open Friday 4p-8p. Saturday and Sunday 12-6p. For more info go to Brimfield winery.com
Pick your own raspberries and blueberries, pick your own Christmas tree. Try a variety of offerings from NE IPAs to stouts, sours and lagers. Rustic taproom overlooks the brewhouse and cellar areas. For more info go to oakholmbrewing.com
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Oakholm Brewing Company
80 Lake Road
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Pick your own raspberries and blueberries, pick your own Christmas tree. Try a variety of offerings from NE IPAs to stouts, sours and lagers. Rustic taproom overlooks the brewhouse and cellar areas. For more info go to oakholmbrewing.com
Boutique winery and tasting room. Queen bee Vineyard offers hand crafted wine produced right on the premises. Open Saturday and Sunday 12- 5 PM 413-267-9329
Queen Bee Vineyard
173 Moulton Hill Road
Boutique winery and tasting room. Queen bee Vineyard offers hand crafted wine produced right on the premises. Open Saturday and Sunday 12- 5 PM 413-267-9329