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Abandoned County Cemeteries

  • Bethel Brethren / Tunkard Cemetery – 1371 West 1/4 Road
  • Cranberry Creek Cemetery – 1731 Middleton N. Wals. Townline
  • Dicks Hill / Hanselman – 2495 1st Concession Road STR
  • Doan’s Hollow Cemetery
  • Glenshee – 130 McDowell Road East
  • Hazen Cemetery – 807 Norfolk County Road 60
  • Hemlock (Houghton) – 334 Lakeshore Road
  • Jacksonburg / Alton Cemetery
  • Mc Queen Cemetery
  • Miller / Boomer (Cemetery On J.

Important Notice about our Swim Program

We are changing our swim lesson program from the Red Cross to Lifesaving Society.
This change will take place in our Spring Session which starts after March Break.

Why the change? Here are the benefits of switching:
• Levels are more attainable and include fun items, while continuing to improve on skills
• More focus on survival skills and swimming ability versus perfect strokes
• Practical application of water safety in the water
• Leads seamlessly into the Society’s lifesaving training and leadership awards
• Municipalities in our surrounding area have already changed to the Lifesaving Program, therefore all pools in our area will be teaching the same program, and so there will be consistency with levels and less confusion if your child has taken lessons elsewhere.

Delhi Friendship Centre

Delhi Friendship Centre Logo

 

Daily Activities

Library

The library is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer hours vary. 

Rental Information

This space is suitable for small gatherings, birthday parties or meetings.  For inquiries/bookings, contact [email protected] 

Contact us

Address: 418 Queen St., Delhi

Telephone: 519-426-5820 Ext. 2233

Email: [email protected]

COVID-19 Information

  • Members are advised not to visit if they do not feel well. 

Simcoe Seniors’ Centre 50+ Club

Simcoe Seniors Centre

The Simcoe Seniors’ Centre 50+ Club provides a variety of programs to ensure that the 50+ community of Norfolk County has comradeship and activities that enhance their lifestyle and promote healthy living.

Norfolk County has worked with the Seniors Centre leadership to move furniture and supplies to the group’s new home at the Simcoe Recreation Centre, from their former location on Pond Street.

 Member Information

  • The Simcoe Seniors’

Birthday Party Packages

Let’s throw a party! Rent the floor at the Simcoe Recreation Centre for a fun-filled Birthday Party. Our staff will take care of all the details to make your child’s birthday one to remember! Parties include 1 party host, floor rental, party decorations, and structured games and activities. Staff will facilitate a fun and active birthday party experience! Max 10 children (including the birthday child), ages 4-12. All parties must be pre-paid at the time of booking.

Commemorative Bench Program

Park Bench

The Commemorative  Bench Program allows the public to pay tribute to a loved one by donating and dedicating a park bench or tree on County property, including:

  • Parks
  • Open spaces
  • Port Dover Pier, along Harbour Street to Main Street
  • Trails
  • Cemeteries.

While paying tribute to individuals is important and may enhance one’s experience in a location, these areas are extremely important to all users.

Skateboard Parks

Norfolk County is home to two outdoor skateparks.

 

 

Open daily from dawn to dusk

  • These are unsupervised facilities – skate at your own risk
  • Closed when under repair or in wet or frozen conditions
  • Inspect the facility and all equipment, including personal safety equipment prior to using
  • Helmets and other safety gear are strongly recommended
  • This is a shared-use facility for skateboarding, rollerblading, scooters and bikes
  • Please use the garbage cans provided, do not litter

 

Leash Free Zones & Dog Parks

On May 28, 2013 Norfolk County Council approved the development of a leash-free dog park as a pilot project on the condition that a community support group is established to assist with its development with recommendations as follows:

  • For “fenced” leash free dog park at Waterford’s Audrey S. Hellyer Park
  • For”non-fenced” leash free dog park at Simcoe’s Don Shay Park

 

50 Plus Groups

seniors laughing

Groups of active seniors aged 50 years and over meet regularly for recreational activities such as cards, potluck dinners, outings and entertainment. 

 

 

Facilities Operated by Community Partners

Win-Del Park
3178 Nixon Road, Windham Centre
Amenities:

  •  Baseball diamonds
  •  Tennis court
  •  Picnic pavilion

Email: [email protected]

Hay Creek (LPRCA)
241 Port Ryerse Rd. Simcoe, ON

Amenities:

  •  Trails
  •  Picnic pavilion

To book, please call 1-888-231-5408 or visit www.lprca.on.ca

Port Dover Lions Silver Lake ParkPort Dover Lions Silver Lake Soccer Park
320 St. Patrick St.

Hunting Opportunities

The diverse and rich habitat of rural Norfolk provides a great opportunity for those wishing to enjoy the outdoors and to participate in various hunting seasons throughout the year.

Starting in the 2020 season, Long Point Area Fish and Game Club will be administering hunting in the county.

Licensing Information

Norfolk County hunting licenses will no longer be available from Norfolk County offices.

Hunting licenses are available to purchase at the following locations:

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Decoration Days

The following are the days the cemetery listed will have a decoration day:

  • Baptist Hillcrest Cemetery/Forestville – Third Sunday in July
  • Bayview Cemetery – First Sunday in June
  • Bethel Methodist – Third Sunday in August
  • Bloomsburg Baptist Church Cemetery – Last Sunday in May
  • Bookton Cemetery – Third Sunday in August
  • Clear Creek Cemetery – First Sunday in June
  • Courtland Baptist Cemetery –