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      History:

      Newcastle has a proud and distinguished history. It was formed in 1851 and incorporated as a village in 1856. A remarkable number of important Canadian figures can trace their roots to this community. In 1798 Robert Baldwin Sr. became one of the areas first settlers. His son Robert Baldwin became one of the founding fathers of responsible government in Canada.  Joseph E. Atkinson the founder of the Toronto Star and champion of the Atkinson Principles that aided so many charities was another early resident. Daniel Massey, another early Newcastle resident established the Newcastle Foundry and Machine Manufacturing Company which later became Massey-Harris Limited which held the distinction of being the largest agricultural equipment manufacturer in the British Empire. The Newcastle Fish Hatchery founded by Samuel Wilmot was one of the first fish hatcheries in North America. Newcastle Community Hall, located in  the Newcastle downtown core at 20 King Avenue West, has been a constant focal point of the community for nearly 100 years.

       

       

       

      Overview:

      Newcastle is quite simply one of the prettiest communities in the Greater Toronto Area. There is a pride of place and a strong sense of orderliness that emanates from the main commercial area along King Street East that is adorned with Newcastle banners and Canadian flags waving from street poles. The historic Newcastle Town Hall located in the middle of the downtown is a cherished venue that hosts a wide range of community events. Newcastle also boasts an expansive waterfront that has mix of uses including recreational and industrial. Newcastle is a  growing community that is proud of its history and excited about its future.

       

       

       

       

       

      Lifestyle:

      The beautiful heritage buildings situated along King Street West provide the perfect backdrop for Newcastle’s charming shopping district that features a vast array of businesses from home décor and fashion, to cafes and restaurants. The local BIA hosts a variety of events along King Street including: Harvest Festival, Santa Parade, Breakfast With Santa, Winter Wonder Lights, Easter Egg Hunt and Canada Day Celebrations. Clarington Farmers’ Market operates from May through October in the parking lot of Newcastle Memorial Arena. This market provides local area farmers to market their farm fresh produce and specialty products.

      Homes:

      Newcastle has a wide selection of houses from every era. The well preserved heritage homes on Mill Street date back to the late 1800s. There are homes from virtually every decade in the 1900s including frame cottages, ranch-style bungalows, and new home custom built homes. The one common theme is a pride of ownership as all the properties appear well maintained with nice landscaping.

      Recreation:

      Newcastle has a vibrant waterfront that includes: Bond Head Park, Port of Newcastle Marina and the Samuel Wilmot Nature Area. The Diane Hamre Recreation Complex located at 1780 Rudell Road is an ultra modern facility with a leisure pool, an amusement slide, a large teaching pool, whirlpool and sauna, full-size gymnasium and community meeting rooms. The Newcastle Youth Centre is based here. Newcastle Memorial Arena located at 103 Caroline Street West, hosts numerous hockey and ice skating programs.  Newcastle Community Hall located at 20 King Avenue West has a popular bowling alley.

      Arts:

      The Newcastle Family Connection Dance Club is based on the second floor of the Newcastle Memorial Arena. This non-profit, charitable organization offers recreational dance classes for the families of Clarington. The Clarington Public Library Newcastle branch is located adjacent to Newcastle Memorial Park. A variety of programs are offered here. Docville Wild West Park located at 816 Regional Road 17 is a real life replica of an old Western town. Within Docville, you’ll find a post office, a general store, a hotel, a sheriff’s station, a dentist’s office, and even a saloon!

          Newcastle Stats

          Walkability:

          Medium

          Bikeability:

          Medium

          Public Transit:

          Medium

          Affordability:

          Medium

          Greenspace:

          High

          Recreation:

          High

           

          Legend: Low, Medium, High

          Commute Times

          Time to Closest Shopping Mall:
          20 Minutes
          Time to GO Bus or Train Station:
          20 Minutes
          Time To Hospital:
          20 Minutes
          Time to Toronto Pearson International Airport
          60 Minutes
          Time to Closest Highway:
          10 Minutes

          * All commuting times provided are approximate times only. Commute times may increase or decrease depending on where you live within the neighbourhood and the time of day i.e rush hour versus off hour commutes. Time estimates to public transit are based on walking distance or bus line connection whichever is quicker. All other commute times on the chart above are based on drive times.