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Now Open! Tour the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle

by Christina Cordaro on September 25, 2020

I recently took a tour at Henry Chapman Mercer’s Museum and Castle in Doylestown. It was wonderful to be able to safely experience the iconic architecture and collections from Doylestown’s own famous philanthropist, architect and collector. Here’s our experience… The Doylestown native, also known as “the man behind the castles,” became famous during the 20 th century Arts and Crafts movement for…

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Exploring Downtown Bristol Borough

by Christina Cordaro on September 23, 2020

I grew up and lived in Bucks County for most of my life and I have always admired residing in an area with rich history and beautiful landscapes. Yet I never explored the riverside town of Bristol Borough until recently. I have been hearing such great things about this historic town and it made me want to check it out myself. I had the chance to visit main street, known as Mill Street, and I can't…

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Spend a Staycation in New Hope

by Amanda Reiser on September 17, 2020

New Hope is as charming as it is exciting. Visitors and locals alike flock to the quaint borough to discover the rich art and culture, delectable restaurants, and unique outdoor experiences. Even though New Hope is a small town, there sure is a lot to do! There are plenty of ways to mix and match what the town has to offer for an eventful day. Art and Culture In the heart of New Hope lies…

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Road Biking Through Bucks County for Beginners

by Pat Budd on September 14, 2020

There are so many reasons to visit Bucks County: art, landscape, history, food, floating the river, and on and on. Conveniently most of these can be intertwined in a single trip and one of the ideal, even idyllic, ways of making that trip is by bike. The winding country backroads and covered bridges are best traveled at a savoring pace and not closed up and zooming. Fortunately, we are just coming…

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5 Places to Play Disc Golf in Bucks County

by Brittany Brown on September 10, 2020

Calling all disc golf players! There are 5 disc golf courses that wind in and out of our beautiful Bucks County parks. Whether you are a novice, a skilled disc golfer, or are just looking for something different to do, there are courses throughout the County for everyone! Tyler State Park Disc Golf Course Located in Newtown, this course is not only one of the most notable golf courses in Bucks…

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Spend a Staycation in Downtown Newtown

by Alexandra Lashner on September 3, 2020

I enjoy my time working from home, and I’m incredibly thankful for it, but the warm weather, beautiful main streets, and the urge to support my local businesses has me itching to get out. Several Bucks County stores and restaurants have made special accommodations to keep their shoppers and diners safe indoors and outdoors. If you’re looking to take a short and local respite for the weekend…

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