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Wood Islands Market & Heritage Seashore
Visitor Information
The PEI Tourism run Visitor Information Centre has everything you need to plan your visit. From maps to free wifi, and helpful staff to answer all your questions or help you book accommodations or event tickets. Visit their website for more information, Call (902) 962-7411, or email them at vicwoodislands@gov.pe.ca
Liquor Store
The PEI Liquor Store and Saltwater Shop is the only community run agency liquor store in Canada! All profits go to our non-profit organization to run Wood Islands Market & Heritage Seashore and Lighthouse. Please make us your first choice for liquor purchases. The Saltwater Shop (in the Liquor Store) offers local items and some “provisions” you might have left behind such as BBQ supplies, campfire wood, food, books, or personal items.
The Sweet Company
A fixture at the Market for many years, the Sweet Factory is under new management and renamed The Sweet Company. Come and satisfy your sweet tooth! Ice cream, handmade fudge, candy and souvenirs to appeal to every taste. Lots of locally made items and a variety of bulk candy to treat your inner child. Located just to the left of the main Visitor Centre doors. Visit them on Facebook
Community Hall
Plough The Waves Community Hall seats 100 people and has a full kitchen available for your special occasions. With beautifully landscaped grounds and the convenience of our liquor store, it’s the full package for Wedding receptions, showers, family reunions or corporate meetings. Click on the link for more information, pricing and availability.
RMB
The Rural Municipality of Belfast Council has offices located to the right of the Information Centre. They have spearheaded a number of initiatives to promote the Municipality with businesses and newcomers. Visit their website for more information
Lighthouse
The Wood Islands Lighthouse Museum and Gift Shop (c. 1876) is one of the 63 lighthouses that dot the island. Explore the museum to see artifacts for a Keeper’s kitchen and the Ferry. Learn about rum runners, seaglass, legends, the fishing industry and more. Climb to the top if you dare, for a panoramic view that will take your breath away. Click the link for more information.
EV Charging
Equipped with Flo charging station for your EV makes this a handy stop to charge your EV before/after your journey on the Ferry. Visit the Flo website for more information.
Trails
Take a leisurely stroll or bike ride along a section of the Confederation Trail. What was once a railway is now an ideal stretch to do some forest bathing or sit by the pond. This portion of the trail is located next to the replica drive shed featuring an authentic baggage cart. Click the link for more information and photo gallery.
Amateur Radio
The rear Range light at the Lighthouse hosts a permanent antenna (junior and coaxial connection) for amateur radio enthusiasts.
Amateur Radio Call signs : VY2GF & VY2PLH Grid – FN86PF61OJ ITU – 9 CQ – 5
For more information contact George Dewar: G5RV, dewarg@bellaliant.net – vy2gf@rac.ca,
57 Perth Stn. Rd, Cardigan RR6, PE, CA, C0A 1G0
Telephone – 902 838-3282
Skype – george.dewar
Geocaching – George D