LADYSMITH
B
uilt on the side of
the hill overlooking Ladysmith Harbour, Ladysmith proudly
proclaims its historic roots as well as its claim to being one
of the ten prettiest towns in Canada. This delightful town with
its charming Edwardian setting was originally settled at the
turn of the century during the Boer War. The community was
designed to house the coal miners that worked in Dunsmuir mines.
When James Dunsmuir received word on March 1, 1900 that the
British forces had finally relieved their besieged countrymen in
Ladysmith, South Africa, he decided to name his new town
Ladysmith.
The Cowichan is home to a remarkable number of resident artists
and Ladysmith is no exception. While visiting the area, a stop
at the studios of local potters Mary Fox and Jo and Vic Duffhues
(JoVic Pottery) is a must for art lovers or anyone looking for a
perfect piece for home or a special gift. Antique hunters and
shoppers in general will enjoy a relaxed visit to the many
unique stores that line the welcoming streets.
With its picturesque seaside location, Ladysmith is becoming a
popular destination for outdoor and marine enthusiasts, and at
Transfer Beach, you can rent your kayak as well as enjoy
escorted kayaking tours. The warm waters of Ladysmith Harbour
are perfect for swimming and the nearby Holland Creek Trail
offers kilometres of quiet rainforest hiking paths.
Ladysmith offers a number of events throughout the summer that
reflect the warm and inviting nature of the community. The
Christmas holiday season, is perhaps when this jewel of a
community shines most brightly. Each year the Town of Ladysmith
is transformed into a fairytale wonderland of lights with the
annual Christmas Light-Up and the Christmas Light Harbour
Cruise, in December.
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