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Newcastle Business District


        Shop Local, Shop Downtown



        At the heart of the Newcastle Business District is Queen  Park, or hop in the car and explore a little further! On the
        Elizabeth Park, or “Around the Square” as we call it. Park  weekends local bars, pubs and cafés offer  live
        your car around the Square or on the waterfront and explore  entertainment.
        this picturesque shopping area.                            The park is also home to activities throughout the year,
            You’ll find trendy clothing & accessories boutiques for  concerts, markets, and celebrations in the summer, and sleigh
        men, women and children, quality shoe stores including a  rides in the winter.
        cobbler’s shop,  beauty & nail salons, jewellery,  a pharmacy,    In the winter the community gathers to see the park come
        unique gift stores, locally made items and more.        to life at the annual tree lighting ceremony, to kick off the
            Pick up a treat at one of the nearby coffee shops and relax  holiday season.
        in the park where there is a water fountain, shaded areas,
        benches and numerous historic monuments. When lunch time
        comes around there are restaurants, cafés and a bistro
        within walking distance, including nearby Ritchie Wharf



        Ritchie Wharf Park

        Play and Explore!




            Ritchie Wharf is a beautiful, nautical themed park nestled  are daily boat tours that provide great photo opportunities
        on the banks of the famous Miramichi River.             and information on local history. If you prefer to travel on
            Children will enjoy the refreshing splash pad and  your own boat, there is a  public boat launch and day
        cooling off under the water buckets.  Pack your lawn chair  docking.
        or a blanket and stretch out in the shade as the little ones play.   On many summer evenings and weekends you’ll hear
            Various small shops line the board walk which overlooks  live music and entertainment coming from Ritchie Wharf
        the picturesque river. Grab a tasty meal or snack at one of the  Park.
        restaurants or choose a cool treat from the ice cream shop.    The park is within walking distance to Queen Elizabeth
            Take a boat tour and enjoy the view from the river! There  Park and more shops Around the Square.
































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