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Springhill Miners’ Museum

★★★★★ 4.6 (202)
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The Springhill Miners’ Museum shows off the history of Springhill and its industrial heritage. The first industrial coal mining in the area took place in the 1870s. The coal mine was once a thriving operation, but a series of tragic events led to its eventual closure. It’s even possible to enter some of the mines […]

Great little museum with a lot of interesting information and artifacts. Our tour guide (Trey? I think) was wonderful and very informative and funny. I probably wouldn't recommend the underground tour if you are claustrophobic,…

Sarah MacNeill ★★★★★ Google

Great opportunity to explore an olde mine-300 ft in, and get a thorough history of what miners experienced over the 100 years this mine was functioning. Tour guides are very knowledgeable and helpful. Museum, though…

Kaleb Michael Bakker ★★★★★ Google

Cool little tour down a mine. Didn't expect it to be to interesting, but went anyways. Enjoyed the interesting facts and the tour guide for answering any questions.

Mustafa Naik ★★★★★ Google

Home Town of Anne Murray

★★★★★ 4.6 (167)
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Morna Anne Murray is a singer in pop, country, and adult contemporary music whose albums have sold over 55 million copies worldwide. Anne Murray was born in 1945 in the small coal-mining town of Springhill. Her father was the town doctor. Anne studied piano for six years. At age 15, she began taking classical voice […]

If you like Country Star Anne Murray, then you need to go just about every detail of her singing career and her personal life.

Mark Olson ★★★★★ Google

Loved the visit. Of course I knew who Anne Murray is, but I had no idea of ALL the parts of her storied career. This museum is very well presented. I thoroughly enjoyed the visit…

George Parsons ★★★★★ Google

This was a delightful surprise! A very thorough exploration of Anne Murray's life and career - a much bigger exhibit than I expected.

Steve Maurice ★★★★★ Google

Isabel Simpson Heritage Centre

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The Isabel Simpson Heritage Centre is a second museum focusing on the town of Springhill. Near the Miners’ museum, the building is a former nursing station used by the mining company. The museum’s contents are almost an extension of the first, but the heritage centre takes a broader look at the local industry. Bonus: admission […]

Dr. Carson and Marion Murray Community Centre

★★★★★ 4.5 (139)
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Dr. Carson and Marion Murray Community Centre have lots to offer. It features an NHL-sized ice arena and the corresponding change rooms, canteen, etc. The property includes Lions Park, a playground, and a baseball diamond. In the off-season, the rink is used for hosting events from live music to dog shows. Check out their events […]

Excellent facility for the town and surrounding region. But cold. Very very cold.

Myke ★★★★ Google

workers kicked me and my friends put for sitting in the PUBLIC seats. said we must go in teen center or get out.

Annalyse “Anna” aubichon Google

Wow, Nice facility. I didn't expect the features and grounds. Well done Springhill

Cluny Nichols ★★★★★ Google

Cumberland Trail

★★★★ 3.8 (9)
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“The Great Trail” or Trans-Canada Trail System includes an arm of the Cumberland Trail stretching from “The Junction” at Fisher Road, passing northwest of Springhill near Lisgar and Queen Street near Springhill Lion’s Park. It travels southwest toward Lagoon Road. Photo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/933121780095660

Heavily wooded trail with significant storm damage. Looks like locals have cleared it though, and it's a nice trail to take on a hot day because it's nearly all in shade.

Blake Edwards ★★★★ Google

Easy walk in the woods that was relatively quiet. Trails can get slippery in the winter time in some places, so be careful!

Wesley Chan ★★★★★ Google

Perfect short hike for locals. I wouldn't go out of my way for it.

Michel Filion ★★★★ Google

Sharpe Splash and Play Park

★★★★★ 5.0 (3)
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Springhill has a public splash pad called the Sharpe Splash and Play Park, named after Springhill local Bev Sharpe. While some may think it’s intended only for kids, there’s no reason we can’t get in on the fun, either. In addition to the water play area is a playground, and the park is open every […]

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Fencebuster’s Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (85)
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4.8 rate on Google “Friendly little spot. When we walked in, the people eating greeted us, and our waitress showed us to our table. The food was ready within a few minutes, and it was really tasty. I had a good conversation with Doug, the owner.” – ~ Kris Photo: Google Maps, Douglas Spencer

Great place for a meal in Springhill. It's like a 'Cheers' bar, where everyone knows your name, and everyone knows everyone. Fast friendly and of course good food and service from a very pretty server.…

Phil Vania ★★★★★ Google

Exceptional breakfast experience! From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. The service was top-notch, attentive without being intrusive. The food was simply divine, each dish bursting with flavor and…

Justin Chapman ★★★★★ Google

It took over an hour for our food to come, only two people ahead of us. Ordered the eggs Benedict for 13.99, very disappointed with the portion size of has browns given with the meal,…

Becca ★★ Google

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