Michael and Pauline are very friendly and humble. Horses(Argo and Monty) are very well trained and gentle. Definitely going to come back. Recommend this place to anyone, specially to those who are beginners and never had a chance to sit on a horse before.

They have great marketing and that's it. We drove 40 mins for what we thought would be an afternoon of trail rides, vendors, music, food and apple stuff. We had an average sausage on a bun, saw a few apple blossoms and listened to their neighbour play guitar to a crowd of three. There were no trail rides offered and they were all sold out of apple cider, which was the only apple offering. This is the first year of this "festival" so they are just beginning to spread their wings but I didn't get the impression there was any more in the works. If you're passing by, keep going.

I took my daughter to introduce her to an equestrian experience and learn more about summer camp... She help 'bath the horses and had a smile on her face the entire time we were there.... and she did not want to leave! Thank you!!

Excellent spot. Michael and Pauline are great. This is our fourth visit and we will be back again. Our girls love it. Great way to spend a relaxing afternoon.

I feel like it's my home in Canada

Not a great place for a wedding if cold or wet. Food tent needs to be closer to the main tent, no heat in tents, no lighting outside the tents, no lighting at port-a-potties, and no running water at port-a-potties.

We had the pleasure of taking the Town Trolley to Peterborough. An absolute gem! Best thing out of Lindsay since The Stumbellas :)

Balsam Lake Provincial Park is the kind of “close-enough to get there, far-enough to feel away” escape that is a win for us. Its clean, sandy, kid-friendly beach and easy hiking trails/scenic loops provide a well rounded experience (note, many trails were closed when we went due to an earlier wind/snow storm bringing down some trees). The park and campgrounds are well-maintained and family-friendly. Since we camped there, we got to the beach early and was able to feel comfortable as the beach got crowded later in the day. Be aware, the campground roads are a bit narrow, so be aware while driving and walking. At Balsam, you’ll get solid outdoor fun, decent facilities, and a comfortable dose of nature with your ice cream at the Shop.

Balsam Lake Provincial Park offers a truly wonderful outdoor experience. The lake water was exceptionally clean and inviting, perfect for swimming and enjoying a peaceful day. The overall environment was calm and friendly, making it an ideal spot to relax and unwind. I was very impressed with the cleanliness of the facilities. Both the beach area and the campsites were well-maintained and spotless. However, I was disappointed with the state of the washrooms, which were quite dirty and could have been much cleaner. This is one area that definitely needs improvement. Despite the issue with the washrooms, I'll definitely be visiting this park again. A key tip for anyone planning a trip: if you want to secure a campsite, be sure to book 5 or 6 months in advance, as spots fill up very quickly. This park is a gem, and with a little more attention to the washrooms, it would be perfect.

Great spot! Well maintained, easy to navigate. Some secluded spots or plenty of wide open sites. The comfort station was well maintained. Lake is nice, solid beach with sand for the kiddies. Parks and open fields to play in. Rentals are available to canoes and such.

This was our first visit to Balsam Lake Provincial Park, and we wanted to wrap up our camping season surrounded by the beauty of fall colours — it did not disappoint! Our RV site was spacious, spotless, and perfectly located. I love that the park is close to the city, making it an ideal weekend getaway. It’s absolutely worth the visit — a must for anyone who enjoys peaceful nature escapes. We had an amazing weekend here. The park offers beautiful waterfront trails, a clean and inviting lake perfect for swimming, and a well-maintained beach. There are several park stores nearby for snacks or essentials, and the campsites are large, quiet, and relaxing. The grounds are very well kept, the beach is lovely with clear water, and the comfort stations are clean and easy to access. Whether you prefer open sites or more secluded spots, there’s something for everyone. The park also features great amenities like canoe and kayak rentals, open fields for games, and a lookout point with a breathtaking sunset view. We’ll definitely be coming back — a truly relaxing and memorable camping experience!

Balsam Lake is one of the best camping spots within a couple of hours from the GTA. The campground is clean and well maintained, with spacious sites and plenty of trees for shade and privacy. The beach is beautiful — shallow, sandy, and perfect for kids. The water is clean and calm, ideal for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. There are also several hiking trails, canoe rentals, and lots of wildlife around. If you’re looking for a peaceful nature escape with great lake views, a nice beach, and solid facilities, this park is highly recommended.

Great park for family camping with all camping amenities. Nice beach with lots of picnic benches. Nice children's playground. There are also hiking/walking trails with a lookout.

I really enjoyed this park. Our first time here won't be our last. I like the fact that it's close to the city so it's perfect for weekend camping. Well worth the visit actually a must .

We stopped in on a whim, and were lucky enough to join in a tour with another couple that had called ahead. Fabulous tour, we had a great time! Mr. Bennett has such a passion for historic mechanical treasures and his tour was very informative. Be sure to bring some cash, as his wife makes and sells hand cranked socks and other nifty crafts. Thank you for the awesome afternoon!

We had the BEST time here. Respecting social distancing measures, we wore masks/sanitized our hands, and all the doors remained open for adequate air flow. One of the owners gave us a private tour which lasted over an hour, and because he had restored the items himself, we got demonstrations of many of the items on display - an experience you'd never get in a larger city museum. The gift shop featured many items that the owners made themselves like wool socks made with an antique sock loom, of which we bought several. Highly recommend a visit.

What a real treasure this is - a fabulous museum!!! Antique cars, gas pumps, steam engines of all sizes and shapes, music boxes, cash registers and many more historical artifacts, almost everyone restored and in operating condition. Richard Bennett is the curator and he is one entertaining individual, who has an intimate knowledge of his historical machinery. He has intriguing stories, which he graciously shares. Our group of six was captivated with the artifacts and the stories. This is a national treasurer that should be enjoyed by the local community.

Extremely informative and interesting. Mr. Bennett was just closing up when we came by because we had heard about the private museum from a relative, local to the area. He graciously gave us the tour and I am so happy we were able to see his collection and benefit from his vast knowledge! So many unique cars and machines and collectibles! This museum needs more exposure in "Things to Do and See in the Kawarthas".

When you pull up the drive you might think to yourself "how long could I spend in this barn?" But you'll be surprised! The antique and vintage equipment and period pieces are impressive the way they've been immaculately restored, and most are in working condition, but what really sets this place apart from other attractions is the passion and generosity of the owner, Mr. Bennett. His contagious energy and enthusiasm will draw you in as he explains the restoration process and historic significance of each piece in his collection. Gearheads, historians or anyone with a curious mind will love absorbing the rich stories that this place has to offer. They also sell candies and preserves, so be sure to bring cash!

We stumbled upon this place driving past on the highway. I called to make an appointment and the family was very accommodating. If you have an appreciation of history, antiques, or motor vehicles - this place is a gold mine. So many beautiful antique music players, sewing and house items, steam motors, and of course - the cars! It was my first time seeing a running Stanley Steamer in real-life. The tour, stories, and discussions with the family were great. Jay Leno and him once took the 1905 Cadillac through the Tim Horton's drivethru, lol. If you're in this area, this is a MUST stop.

We lived in and around the area for many years and just discovered this private museum. What a great place to visit and spend an hour or so. The tour was very personalized and extremely knowledgeable and most everything is restored and in working order from the early automobiles, steam engines, music players and so much more.This museum is by far among the best of the Kawartha jewels. We will do this again as there is almost too much to take everything in during one visit. Thanks for making this a day to remember.

Cute historical theater small but bigger on feelings and love of movies. I would argue better than the name brand theater's and their prices for admission and popcorn combos. Friendly respectful employees, 10 out 10 will be back again and again.

The most charm you will find in a movie theater. I am a movie buff and I love watching movies here. Sheila is the best too :)!!!

This theater is great! So quaint and cute. I love the old style. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and the snacks are average for a theater (small popcorn was $5.00, medium popcorn was $7.00, large popcorn was $8.00, there are snacks/drinks to be purchased and a combo). This place is definitely dated and in need of renos, especially to the ceiling. However, for a little town like Lindsay, it's cute and a great addition to the downtown!

One of a kind theatre! So glad we chose it on our trip to Lindsay. We were debating between the cineplex in Peterborough or the Century Theatre. We decided on this small town oldie to watch Goosebumps 2 and couldn’t have been more happy! It’s such a gem. You seem to step back in time when you walk in the door. The 70’s era is alive and well here with bright upbeat colours, old displays, and vintage-looking advertisements. It’s clean, has comfortable seating, and the movie volume doesn’t deafen you. The staff is also friendly and snacks are reasonably priced. We cannot wait to go back!

This is definitely an old time theater as is the hvac system. I thought I was gonna die of heat stroke while watching top gun maverick. All the seats are below screen level so your looking up at the screen but the price for admission is good and there's no lineup.

can't wait to come again. we love bringing the kids to this theater. thank you Sheila (management) for your help and also staff you guys are awesome . see you again soon. from the Rivera family.

Great theatre! The staff there are fantastic, great people! Great prices on the popcorn. It's nice to have a local theatre to support. Definitely do my best to watch as many there as I can!

Where my parents are from. Love the locks!! The restaurant where my dad's family owned way back when.. Thanks, Jen & and Steve. I can't wait for the renovated house tour. It's great to have memories of where my parents met.. I also visit my dad every year where we laid him to rest 💞

Very nice town to enjoy the falls or watching the boats use the lock.

Lovely town, with shops, and is close to many trails and other little towns Was only there for a short trip but will be back to enjoy Lindsey and the surrounding areas. We were surprised to see the Crayola factory had no idea it was there.

Amazing small town with cottages nearby to spend a weekend, it has a nice ice cream shop, antique stores and restaurants. The locks were nice to watch as boats come in and out.

This is one of the most beautiful small town in Kawartha lakes. You can find it is well worth to drive to here just for strolling, picnic or the museum. Every shot around here would be just a picturesque one.

Nice place. We actually overnighted two nights here as the weather was threatening. The kids enjoyed the free wifi at Tim Hortons. The beach was a hit and we enjoyed wandering about.

Beautiful..and peaceful. The lock was under construction..never saw that before. Everyone was so nice. Quaint and lovely experience

We were so fortunate to host our son's wedding at the village. Wendy is truly the kindest person and so accommodating. She helped make the day a fairy tale. She was incredibly helpful in guiding us in terms of permits we needed, suggestions and answered all my many many questions. She allowed us to decorate the village and was on hand the day of to help handle any issues that arose - which there were none. I wouldn't hesitate recommending this beautiful location for any important celebration. Thank you Wendy for helping us create magical memories my son, daughter-in-law and and our friends and family will remember

I’ve visited Kawartha Settlers’ Village a few times now, and every experience has been wonderful. My first visit was over a year ago with my aunt, and I was blown away by the amazing history this place has to offer. The volunteers are so knowledgeable and passionate, it’s clear how much they love sharing the stories and heritage of the village. Kawartha Settlers’ Village is generally open seasonally from May 1 to September 30, offering visitors the chance to explore the beautifully preserved buildings and learn about the area’s rich pioneer history. One of the most magical times to visit is during the Festival of Lights, for one weekend in November, the entire village is beautifully decorated and brought to life with lights, and displays that will amaze people of all ages. It’s truly something you don’t want to miss. Pass for event: (November 14-16, 2025 Festival Pass: $15 per person (come and go as you please) Free admission for children 12 and under! (Prices might be different) What makes Kawartha Settlers’ Village more special is that it’s mostly run by donations and dedicated volunteers. Every person who contributes, whether through time, money, or simply by visiting is helping to preserve a truly amazing place and support a wonderful community. If you’re looking to bring your family together or rediscover the true meaning of Christmas, this is the perfect place. Walking through the village feels like stepping back in time, surrounded by a warm and welcoming community of people who pour their hearts into keeping history alive. Kawartha Settlers’ Village is a beautiful and inspiring place to visit, one that I’ll definitely keep coming back to. Pictures from old to newest (2025)

Great place to visit in Kawartha Lakes if you’re into history and artifacts. It’s a quiet little village filled with an old school, fire hall, houses and other cool spots. Lots of historical facts are provided throughout the visit as well.

It's a really interesting and neat place to explore. Great for all ages. Sometimes there is a teacher at the school who teaches you about how the kids were taught back in the day

Attended the Craft Beer and Food Festival. Already looking forward to next year. So many great local vendors - tried some new food spots. Friendly event staff and so many beer/cider choices. $2 drink tokens were great!

It was an enlightening experience. We had the privilege of going when the blacksmith was working. Got to learn about some amazing metalworking and an upcoming Christmas ornament project! I find the entire village is very knowledgeable while maintaining the true history. I've been coming here since I was little and I'll be sure to visit again when I can!

A fantastic place to visit to learn about the history of Bobcaygeon. I also enjoyed the trail.

First time at the Academy to see Tom Cochrane this week. So impressed. Five stars to the staff, the acoustics and the seating. She's a grand old place treasured by the fine folks of Lindsay. And steps from a large menu of main street dining offerings. We'll be back. Thanks for an awesome evening.

This is one of the nicest small town venues I have been to. The sound is amazing, and they have an excellent lineup of performers. The ticket prices are excellent and the buildings architecture is truly amazing!!

Lovely theater. Great view from every seat. Drinks bar stations on both floors. Friendly helpful staff & volunteers Only downfall : Seats are old and uncomfortable.

Great theatre with comfortable seating and rich heritage. Shows are professional and some big name acts play here.

Nice venue and staff. Only reason it doesn't have a perfect 5 is because the women's bathroom had multiple toilets that stopped flushing.

Theatre was a great venue to see may Favourite Canadian band, Blue Rodeo! Had a blast, and the beer was cold too! Ushers couldn't have been more friendly!

Over 500 seats. Good seating & excellent views of the stage. Offering a variety of shows & events.

The Park is awesome! I had a great time walking the trails and checking out the beautiful lakes. The views are stunning and perfect for a chill day or a picnic with friends. Everything is super clean, and I loved seeing all the wildlife there

The sites are larger and a little more spaced apart than many other pro. Parks. Wood has gone up to $10 a bag and ($6 for kindling bag) Staff is courteous and friendly. Some noise from exterior roadways but otherwise pretty quiet. Site fees around $150 for three nites on a electrical site. Shower and bathroom Facilities are decent. Overall four stars because there is always room for improvement and nothing is perfect. (Other parks need to separate the sites better, they are too close together.) I must add, I am in favor for "NO" site fees because this is "OUR" land. There should instead be a park fee for entering.

What a wonderful little family oriented park. It's been called a hidden gem, and I personally 100% agree! Easy nature walking trail that's not too long. It's perfect for children to handle. It has two sandy beaches and a roped off swimming area. Fishing is okay along the Pigeon River. There are kayak and canoe rentals. Local attractions: There is a local dairy nearby along with another day use provincial park for more trail walks. Peterborough is only 20 minutes drive, where you can see and watch the life locks move boats through the Trent-Severn waterway. Great picnic area too!

Mostly people in RVs, very clean bathrooms and showers, huge beach. Dog beach is separate, and good for dogs, but pretty weedy and not great for humans to swim in. Be aware the camp store is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays— and that’s where you are meant to buy firewood. Bathrooms are wheelchair accessible with long, wide, nice ramps, but there’s is a rather large bump up to one ramp , see photos, could be a nuisance

We really enjoyed the last site and set up of this park. We were close to the park and main showers and washroom was easily accessible from campsite. We enjoy way too much ice cream from the park store. Only a few dollars for a very large kiddie cone. They lend out discovery kits for the kids which included net, bucket, magnifying glass and a sheet of things to hunt for. Beach was nice, small and usually crowded but kids had a blast. Lots of docks to fish off of but lake was very shallow when we were there.

Camped for a week in Emily PP with my wife, daughter and two grandchildren. Sites were really nice. Park staff I would have say could be the friendliest out of all the PP we have been to. Also very clean. Bathrooms were cleaned 3 or more times a day. The complete park was really well maintained. They also have really good ice-cream at park store. The one scoop cone was two all three time we got ice-cream. My only disappointment was not really good park programs during our stay.

Great park for family camping. I got the group camping with my friends. They have 3 spots for group camping and each camp site has its own outhouses , one for boy and one for girl. We got the #502 because the outhouses are in a separate spot next to the camping site, and there are lot of big trees for shading and privacy for all the tents ( don’t choose site #501, the outhouses are inside the campsite). The outhouses seem reasonably clean and there is a sink for you to wash your hand so bring hand soap. The park is well maintained and clean. The trails are easily and enjoyable to walk. The beach is quite big and clean but weedy. The playground is big enough for kids to play. There is a store selling camp fire wood, ices, ice cream, and souvenirs. They also have rental for kayaks and stand up paddle board. The bad things are they don’t have enough shower stations and charging station.

My son was taking a water sampling course for a few days at the Ken Reid conservation area so while he was in class, I took advantage of the trails. A lot of them are closed due to damage from the spring ice storm but there were enough to keep me occupied for 2 days. I was able to enjoy part of the boardwalk and most trails can be hiked in under an hour. Greatly enjoyed all the beautiful wildlife, such as a great blue heron, a few snapping turtles, lots of wonderful birds and plants. I recommend bringing binoculars for the lookout! There are plenty of picnic tables, an enclosed dog park, a children's playground and the staff in the administration building (where you can also find flushable toilets) are friendly and helpful.

Very pretty place with lots of trails however a few items impacted our enjoyment - several trails are still blocked off, eg. The point trail and the boardwalk. I also was a little confused as I was never 100% sure where I was on the maps around...would be nice if they had a "you are here" star or sticker. I kind of ended up aimlessly walking around as the directions weren't clear and realized I was walking in the opposite direction than I had hoped for a couple times. I would like to go again and do the whole woodlands trail if I can. My dog and I went to a bridge and then went to the accessible look out point which were gorgeous. Note: my photo of the boardwalk is just at the entrance where the barricade is. Hopefully it opens soon so I can explore that area!

There are many trails to choose from. We did 3 trails using google maps. There are a lot of parking areas in different spots. Washrooms are not the best. Kids were fishing off the bridge on VRT. There were some ATVs and bikers. Great place to hike.

Very large trail. There are no mosquitoes that's really great. There are so many path, however maps are outdated, and color coding is wrong. We encountered people asking us about directions and says the trail is confusing. The one in the map color was blue, but the sign says orange. There's a sign to use the trail at own risk and be alert with Bears being active from April to November. I didn't see Bears but saw claws on the blue trail (orange sign) and smelled like there's animal pee on it, so we decided not to continue. But, i saw a couple heading at that path. There's a nice small pond and a nice lookout on the Dragonfly trail. There are so many parking spots in the area as it's a very large place to walk by. Heading left were the Dragonfly trail is if you're looking for bird look-out on the Green trail. Saw two guys Park their car there and brought their canoe. The bridge you can view, which is really nice, although not part of the trail, you can go there and visit. On the right path is the pink trail on the sign (Cedar Forest on the map) where you can see the playground. However, it's not very impressive and the water isn't really a beach that you can go swimming, it's more like a water reservoir that's ok for canoeing or maybe fishing. The map does not say; "You are here," either. It's totally outdated and confusing for people. If you're on the go for a little adventure to walk, this place is nice.

We didn’t have the opportunity to stop here for very long as we weren’t prepared for it but the conservation area seemed well taken care of, including the washrooms, and had some beautiful trails to explore. We visited on a breezy sunday evening close to closing time and the park was empty so it was very peaceful.

Beautiful lake with nice scenery and great trails. We tried dragon fly trail. It was simply a pleasant walk.

Ken Reid Conservation Area is a beautiful natural escape just north of Lindsay, offering forested trails, boardwalks, and wetlands perfect for walking, biking, or birdwatching. The Tower Trail provides lovely lake views, and the Marsh Boardwalk is a highlight for spotting wildlife. The park is well-maintained, with ample parking, picnic areas, and washrooms available seasonally. It’s peaceful and family-friendly, ideal for nature lovers or anyone wanting a quiet afternoon outdoors. A great mix of accessibility and wild charm.

Another beautiful lock and park area. The staff were friendly and patient. Really cool experience going through the locks. Loved visiting Bobcaygeon, made me feel like part of the song.

staff is super friendly and you may refill your tap water for your houseboat here. we spent two nights here(go and return), there is a little beach where kids love swimming there and water is warm. the adults did paddling upstream and the water is peaceful and the view is gorgeous. definitely will be back next year.

Bobcaygeon lock is a super cool place to go through and come ashore. Shops line the Waterway so there's lots to see and do. Staff at the lock seemed overwhelmed with zero communication with any vessels entering the lock, causing multiple vessels yelling at each other to see who was going where/ which side. This was disappointing to witness. We requested camping in the lower side so e could carry on our journey long before the lock opened. We were directed to the point of the island with the absolute worst takeout and a space to camp smaller than our 2p tent footprint. Only after making do with just airpads and lots of bugspray, were we informed we could have gone around and come up to the park from the ramp. Note, always ask the same question to more than 1 lock staff member as not every one will know camping protocols. Despite the setbacks, id say Bobcaygeon is a great lock to visit and experience at least once.

A gem in Kawartha lakes. Beautiful landscapes and tasty local restaurants make this small town a outstanding destination in central Ontario. Recommend to visit in summer than winter.

Line up at the blue line in your boat, wait for the green light, get in the canal and then it takes about 5 min for the water to rise up to Sturgeon Lake.

Beautiful place to hangout & spend a day..

Awesome lock. But be careful of the wind coming down the channel, it can make going into the lock from the pigeon lake side difficult.

This was the best transient mooring ever. The family that owns the place were so warm and helpful. The place is clean and well run. Definitely worth an overnight!

We rented a house boat for the first time from a neighboring company. We docked over night 2x with Happy Days. The owners : Jill & Frank were very friendly and knowledgeable. The grounds are neat and tidy with very good amenities. Our puppy loved playing with " Skipper ". We will definitely return here and highly recommend this place. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Staff are very friendly and helpful. The training was great and our trainer was very patient with us. We rented the 6 sleeper houseboat and we had 4 people in total on board. We found the space to be adequate for 4. If you had 6 people, 2 would have to sleep in the kitchen (which turns into a bed). I would say if you have 6 people, go for the 8 sleeper. The bedrooms are very small, just enough to walk into with the bed being against the wall on 3 sides. No closet but a few hooks to hang items. The bathroom is roomy but after a few nights, flushing it really smelled up the boat for a few mins. The houseboat itself was a little tired looking and we did see cobwebs in the doorways to the bedrooms. It seemed clean however but just old. Bring your own lawn chairs and table as the chairs provided are just small basic plastic chairs and there is no table for outside. All in all it was a great experience and we would do it again but probably upgrade to the bigger newer boats.

Facilities at Happy Days are the best. Frank, Jill and Eric are awesome. Very clean and well maintained.

We just returned from a 4 day trip on the Trent Severn with a houseboat from Happy Days and had a fantastic experience. Frank and Jill went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable. I would recommend Happy Days to anyone looking to rent a houseboat.

They went above and beyond for us today and I’ll always stop there. Such friendly and caring staff.

Everyone here is super friendly unlike the marina across from it. Much prefer it on this side! Thanks guys!

Our First time ever at the Drive-In & definitely won’t be the last. (Sorry it took so long as we live so close) All the employees were super friendly especially Josh (Correct me if I am wrong) & The Owner was awesome as well, hopefully we make it out to the Aug 9th event that he was telling me about.

This place is awesome. The popcorn is the best ever, hamburger, fries and nachos were all a huge hit. Prices are so reasonable and the owner / staff are fantastic. Definitely would visit again!

Came about 10 minutes after the movie started and there was nobody at the box office. Tried to come back in time for the second movie of the evening, but again, nobody was around. The website doesn’t even have a phone number to contact anyone. A simple sign saying “No more entry” would have helped. The only one there said “Please wait for attendant.” It would also be nice if the FAQ mentioned the latest entry time.

We had a great date night/ “family outing” here last night! Easy to get to, great views and sound quality was awesome! They are dog friendly so we were able to bring the “kids” with us, and staff was super friendly. We will definitely be back soon! Be prepared with bug spray if you’re going to out of your vehicle though, but they do sell bug spray at the counter which I thought was a great idea! The staff even helped us with our vehicle when we couldn’t get the lights to turn fully off. (Hint - it was the parking break lol!)

I love taking my kids to this drive-in. The atmosphere is fun and family oriented. The Manager Ryan is very friendly and ensures you have a great experience. I recommend you go through the week to avoid lineups and get the best spots to view the latest movies!

My son and daughter planned a family night to celebrate birthdays for my youngest grandson and myself. How unique! We had a great time, Ryan (manager and son of owners) checked us in and was so pleasant, cracking jokes and seemingly loving his job. He really created a warm and fun introduction to Lindsay Drive-in. We'll be back!

My boyfriend and I went to the drive in tonight. Experience was fine until we wanted to leave. My boyfriend spent minimum 30 minutes banging on doors and driving around this place to find a worker! Turns out they were all hanging out/sleeping upstairs. We rented a portable FM speaker from them that was $10 with a $50 deposit (which he obviously wanted back) Someone finally noticed and came down stairs to let him inside he said “he didn’t realize someone had one rented” okayyyy? In my opinion the concession stand should be open the whole night, it doesn’t really make sense for it to be closed. At the very least they should have it open in between movies. While we were searching for a worker we went to the entrance and saw no employees, only a line up of cars trying to get in to watch the second movie😅 There is no phone number to call just an email which probably would’ve taken days to get a response If there was better management this wouldn’t be a 1 star place🙁

If you're driving through Kirkfield, via land, this is a great place to stop to see the locks in action. We were very impressed by how quickly the locks raise and lower the boats. There is a small self-guided tour on the property, with some interesting facts on information boards. There is a large parking lot, big enough for buses to park and trucks with trailers. Upon arrival there is a kiosk that asks you to pay $2 upon exit. This is a great place to stop and have a picnic on your journey. There is a small picnic area beside the locks that is wheelchair accessible, as well there are wheelchair accessible bathrooms.

Really impressive structure and seeing the locks operate was a big hit with the kids. Lots of cool explanations and illustrations of how the locks work and you can see the awesome mechanisms from all sides. Really something else to see it.

It was a fantastic time on the waterways. And the locks are free this summer.

Always a nice place to stop and if a boats coming through very educational for everyonr

Very cool to visit during lock hours to see what amount to giant water elevators taking boats down and up the Trent-Severn. There is a nice picnic area and free parking. Just make sure you check the seasonal lock operating hours on the Parks Canada Trent-Severn Waterway site so you can see it working.

Such an historic lock.. what a great canadian location of significance!!!

An owesome piece of history and technology for all to see. We had a chance to actually witness a boat transfer and it was amazing. A nice picnic area and the nicest cleanest public washrooms I've ever seen.

Highly recommend. Locally owned and managed. Go for dinner and a show, or just the show. Very cozy theatre, even back row is only 8 rows deep.

Very enjoyable evening at dinner and the theater. Great food and highly entertaining theater. The only wrinkle was the extra charge for tea and coffee with the prix fixe menu.

The food is always so very delicious and the presentation is classy. Every production we have attended has been wonderful! Always a standing ovation!!!

Another great evening of dinner and theatre. Intimate theatre with all seats close to the action on stage. Often comedy or musical feel-good shows. Meals with options for special dietary needs are always delicious and attractive on the plate.

Very poor customer relations! If tixkets are only available by advance purchase and/or sold out, then that should be posted on website. Don't be advertising and having people show up for an event with young children, excited to see a show only to be turned away at the door. A simple fix but saw more than half a dozen very upset children and there was just no reason for this had the venue made an effort...

Always a pleasure and excellent theater experience. James and Sarah are the most wonderful hosts you ever care to meet!

Great menu! The meal before the show is well worth it. Try the sticky toffee pudding

I’ve been to two dinners and plays, one last year and one this year. Both were amazing and exceeding expectations. They are always so funny and such a pleasure to come to. I cannot wait to come to more! This year my boyfriend and I went to the murder mystery and dressed up for it and enjoyed the props for some extra fun too! Thank you for the show Globus Theatre!

Was at Shirley Valentine and the production was wonderful.. however the dinner was a big disappointment. Service was incredibly slow and the meal was cold. Will we return? For the theatre yes - for the dinner, not worth the money.

Wow! What a great night! We were first-time visitors and will definitely return for future shows. We booked because we wanted to see the show (Shirley Valentine) and naively thought of the dinner as just a nice added bonus. Boy, were we wrong about that! The food was exceptional; fresh, flavourful, and perfectly prepared and presented. The staff were unfailingly friendly, cheerful, and helpful. The setup of both the dining area and theatre was carefully planned, ensuring safe social distancing. The show will remain a wonderful memory; Sarah Quick IS Shirley Valentine! Sarah's performance was absolutely spellbinding. Thanks again for an exceptional evening. Wishing you much success in the future! You truly deserve it.

Went to a murder mystery dinner. It was a lot of fun! Good food and an interesting puzzle to solve.

Amazing locally run theatre with a wide variety of talent, drama and comedy! Very cool refurbished barn containing a performance space, restaurant and bar!

We just saw The Beaver Club and love it! A delightful way to spend an afternoon! I highly recommend.

Quaint barn. Staff were friendly, theater show was funny and it was a very relaxing afternoon! Loved it.

Fun place to visit and cheap admission fees. Took us about 45min to walk around. Super cool how the space of the old jail cells is being used. I found some information not clear how it related to present-day Kawartha Lakes. Nice gift shop. The power went out a few minutes into our visit (ghosts?!?!?) which made our trip fun and memorable.

This place is awesome. I’m American, but my fiancé is Canadian and lives in Lindsay. He’s not as huge of a fan of museums as I am, so he had never been. But we went together, and even he really enjoyed it. There is a lot to see and read about. Plus the building itself is one of the coolest parts, I’d never seen an old jail like this in person! The gift shop was a little pricey, but they always are. Got some apple cider that was really good, and a coffee mug with the museum name/logo.

My experience overall was great. The staff was very friendly and informative. To enhance my experience, I would have liked to buy tickets online. I also believe that would be helpful some visual and audible media, not only for people with disabilities but it would be "super cool" having stories about the prison, and about all the amazing rooms. I think it would enhance the ambiance. I loved the artsinal items by indegineous people. It would be great if it was advertised on the site (maybe I missed it) Overall, it was great, and I'll definitely repeat it

Interesting information about the local bridge builders, people, and traditions and prisoner life in jail that houses the museum. Beautiful gift shop. Photo ops.

We decided to go last year for a paranormal investigation with paranormal seekers. We were 15 mins early and were told to sit in with the group ahead of us until they were ready. A lady in a ridiculous tutu came in and said we will be ready for everyone but the late ones....meaning us....lmfao we were 15 mins early. We were called the late ones 3 times and made to feel pretty small. During the tour it was to be paranormal related but ended up being a middle aged women gossip center. We ultimately left early with no history or info on the gaol. We then tried to book a tour ourselves without paranormal seekers there and we were told no they only do things with paranormal seekers. Needless to say, they obviously don't care about other paranormal groups or visitors. We will never go back complete waste of time and money to be treated like garbage.

What to share - we checked the internet about timings and drove down only to find it closed. Surprise!!! Surprise !!! Nowadays everyone checks online for details - the least the officials can do is update their website. That apart the building looked beautiful from the outside. Well maintained and the area too was lovely and quite. Entrance fees are 5 cad for adults and children below 12 are free ( same fees are on the website ) We are definitely going back one day to explore this place.

We wanted to know more about the City of Kawartha Lakes and the surrounding towns and villages. Lindsay has a very rich history and more people should pop in and visit this gem. The museum is housed in the old Lindsay Jail, but there are so many stories about the founders of Lindsay, the settlers, the many industries and Lindsay's contribution to society, history and importance to the surrounding area. Well worth the time and we will be returning to learn more. Clarence, our guide, did a great job communicating the many stories and his life experience with town characters and buildings. He was extremely knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. Thanks Clarence! Our Friday tour lasted over 2 hours and we enjoyed our time there.