Hensall Statue

HOWICK

The Maitland River provides scenic views as it winds through the villages of Wroxeter, Gorrie and Fordwich in the Township of Howick. Their riverside vantage provides the perfect venue for afternoon picnics and is also ideal for birdwatching during spring and fall migrations.

 

Fire Truck
Heritage Hall
Morris Dancers
Morris Dancers

1. Gorrie Line Produce

44122 Howick Turnberry Rd, Wroxeter

Bring fresh harvests home with you. Visit Gorrie Line Produce, a Mennonite farm collective in Wroxeter, for certified organic fruits, vegetables, preserves, spices, baking and more.

2. Wroxeter Trail

1030 Water St, Wroxeter

Created in 2022, the Fordwich, Gorrie and Wroxeter Community Walking Trails combine to make up over 4 km. of level, stone dust trails available for walking, hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trails offer picturesque views along the Maitland River, as it winds through the Township of Howick’s three villages.

3. Fun Fact

1079 Centre St, Wroxeter

Find art in unexpected places. Check out the Op Art sculpture on Main Street in Wroxeter made by George Oriold. We don’t know how or why he made it here, but we like it.

4. Gorrie Trail

2060 George St, Gorrie

Created in 2022, the Fordwich, Gorrie and Wroxeter Community Walking Trails combine to make up over 4 km. of level, stone dust trails available for walking, hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trails offer picturesque views along the Maitland River, as it winds through the Township of Howick’s three villages.

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Heritage Hall

5. Howick Turnberry Fair

45088 Harriston Rd, Gorrie

Experience a taste of nostalgia at the Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair. Hosted by the Howick Agricultural Society, this annual event has been celebrating the rural community for over 160 years.

6. Fordwich Trail

3068 Louisa St E, Fordwich

Created in 2022, the Fordwich, Gorrie and Wroxeter Community Walking Trails combine to make up over 4 km. of level, stone dust trails available for walking, hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The trails offer picturesque views along the Maitland River, as it winds through the Township of Howick’s three villages.