- The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near Chatham, Ontario, including 44 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Playgrounds, Restaurants and Horseback Riding.
- From Kingston Park to Buxton National Historic Site & Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chatham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Blenheim, Dresden and Angus.
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Kingston Park features picnic tables, a climbing area, and walking trails. Young visitors of this location will also be able to take advantage of its splash pad and playground equipment.
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21975 A.D. Shadd Road | N0P 1Y0, Chatham, Ontario
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Visitors of the Buxton National Historic Site & Museum can learn about the history of the Underground Railroad in Canada. The site, which offers information regarding the immigration of African-Canadians and a genealogy site, also features a museum shop.
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Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of activities at TJ Stables, including horseback and pony rides. The site also offers customers the opportunity to schedule birthday parties and register their children for summer day camps.
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Guests can order adult beverages, hot wings, and Italian garlic bread, as well as a variety of Mexican food items, at Mike's Place Chatham. Outdoor seating is also available at this location.
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Visitors of the Chatham-Kent Museum can access a variety of exhibits, including one which covers the history of car manufacturing in the area. The area's archival collection and research area makes it a suitable destination for students and individuals interested in genealogy.
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The Tiffin Centre for Conservation is a 300+ acre area to enjoy the outdoors. Take part in walking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing through forests, wetlands, meadows and ancient lake beds.
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RM Classic Car Exhibit spans 37,000 square feet. Self-guide or take a guided tour and look at rare, one-of-a-kind and classic cars, motorcycles, memorabilia and watch restorations take place.
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The family-owned, Pardo's Berrie Farms specializes in growing fruit and vegetables. The pick-your-own harvest farm has 51 acres of raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, peaches, beans and peas for the entire family to harvest.
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Since the late 1800s, standard-bred harness racing has been a popular interest in Dresden, and Dresden Raceway continues with the tradition. With new management, they have expanded their facility to include slot machines.
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Recognized worldwide for its deep connection with the Underground Railroad and the abolition movement, Uncle Tom's Cabin Historical Site consists of multiple buildings, including the original house of Josiah Henson. Many exhibits and artifacts reflect the Black experience in Canada from that time period.