Aug 17
One interesting area you should not miss when you take a tour at London Farm is the Allotment Gardens. Most of the gardeners take pride in what they are showing and growing. From the clean designs to the decorated gates and the huge veggies grown, you can see all the creative ideas and efforts being put in. Just walk down in that area, you may come across a few gardeners working hard on their allotments, stop and have a chat with them as I know they would love to show their garden off. The pictures I took, well you can see different personalities just in the gardens.
Story and photos by Dave Kemp
Aug 08
I arrived at about 9:30 am to take pictures for the farm and the Fair set-up was still in motion. Drizzle was falling but a few brave individuals came down early to see what we had to offer this year. As the morning went on, more and more families with kids ventured down to the farm to join the many activities offered by the Fair. By the time I left shortly after noon the place was packed with families and a good time was being had by all.
This year we had a model train set up by the “Greater Vancouver Garden Railwatch” and the children loved it. Not only that, it brought back memories of years ago for some elderly like myself. Children had great fun in the bubble and the sidewalk chalk areas. Year after year, the petting zoo was a hit again. As you looked around you could see many children with their happy faces painted by our volunteers.
Find the needle in the haystack was a lot of fun for the young ones and I know the parents enjoyed watching their children play in the hay. Pony ride was absolutely a favourite as many children had never been on a horse in their lives. It’s interesting just to watch the rock painting by the kids as you could only see what they were trying to paint, in the end.
There was a Antiques and Collectables area but this was mostly visited by the adults, everything else was to have families enjoy this special day at London Heritage Farm in Steveston. London Heritage Farm set-up an eating area where you could buy hot dogs, pops, and chips. They were also selling home made baking, local grown vegetables along with plants they started from seeds or clippings.
The tea room was fully packed and waiting time was about forty five minutes long. By this, you can tell how popular the high tea at London Heritage Farm really is.
Maybe next year we can have this event a week earlier or later as this week has always seen the rain. Oh well, it helped watering the gardens and putting off forest fires. If the rain did spoil your plan to come down with your family to have fun in the Family Farm Fair, see below the snaphots of fun you shouldn’t have missed.
Reported and photography by Dave Kemp
Jul 27
| August 8, 2010 |
| 10:00 am | to | 4:00 pm |
London Heritage Farm invites you to its biggest event of the year – Family Farm Fair. Enjoy the bouncy castle, petting zoo, pony rides, model railway with Thomas the Tank Engine, Tetsu Taiko Drummers & other entertainment, Antique & Collectibles Fair, balloon artist, games, activities, exhibits, vendors, cotton candy, food concession & more!
Click here to see more details and slideshow.
Most activities free with gate admission:
Adults: $2, Seniors/Teens: $1, children free
Tea Room, Farm House and Gift Shop will be open and house tours will be offered.
August 8, 2010, Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
London Heritage Farm is located at 6511 Dyke Road (between No. 2 & Gilbert Rds; Steveston area), Richmond.
For more information, call 604-271-5220
Jul 17
In a heritage garden setting, Erin and P.J. had their wedding ceremony and reception held under bright, sunny skies. London Farm volunteer Dave Kemp had his camera with him and captured the lovely wedding scenes for the bridal couple and their guests.
Jul 13
Today River Rock Casino held it’s family BBQ at London Heritage Farm for the third year running. Guests registered at the front gate and the children received a gift from RiverRock. Free food was given to all registered guest and they enjoyed picnicking on the grounds. The smell of burgers and hotdogs would make your mouth water. The children enjoyed the slide and castle that was set up for them and I’m sure later on they will enjoy the dunking of a member of RiverRock. Fun is being had by all!
Written by Dave Kemp. Photos taken by Dave Kemp.
Jul 11
2010 Fraser River Art Festival held at London Heritage Farm on July 11 in sunny Steveston. Mayor Brodie and MLA John Yap made the opening speeches, followed by Chairperson Robert Berkhout of London Heritage Farm to officially open the event, also in attendance was Councilor Bill McNulty. People were entertained prior to the opening by Piper Jim Wishlove. Local artists took great pride in showing off their work. Many visitors to the farm wandered around admiring the artists work.
London Heritage Farm set up a tent where visitors could purchase coffee, tea, scones and cookies. Volunteers helped with the refreshments. One thing that stands out were the tables set up by London Farm for guests to eat off. All the tables were made from the recycled wood from the newly renovated porch to the house. Nothing goes to waste at the farm if at all possible.
Written by Dave Kemp, photos taken by Dave Kemp.
Jun 28
While catching the shot of the troop of ducklings with their Mother Duck, Dave Kemp saw a lot more are happening down at London Farm at the moment. Here are a few of his catches with his camera.
Jun 27
“While driving along the Dyke Road I noticed London Heritage Farm`s pond had new additions, eleven little ducklings with Mom keeping a close eye on them all. Mother will teach them how to feed for themselves and avoid prey. Unfortunately I didn`t have my camera with me but I quickly went home, grabbed my camera and headed back to the farm to capture this moment. Amongst the construction, daily activities by the many volunteers, and the road noise you can still come across nature down at London Farm. The gardens have a lot going on at this time and a visit is a must, hummingbirds, bees, and the colours makes this little gem a must to see.” – Dave Kemp
Feb 10
London Heritage Farm re-opened on Febrauary 6, 2010 in time to extend our warmest welcome to Olympians and visitors from all over the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics. The Farmhouse, Tea Room and Gift Shop will open daily February 10-28; 11-4, Mon-Fri & 11-5, Sat-Sun.
“Full Tea” as served at London Farm (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
Visitors and guests are welcome to have a tour at this historical site and enjoy the exclusive London Lady tea in the Tea Room during the extended hours.
Serving Tea (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
Tea Room Supervisor Shirley Hartwell (l) and Baker Jenny Watson (r) are sampling the famous London Lady tea and the special home baked Olympic cookies, served at London Farm.
As the Tea Room will be hosting many international guests during the games, extra care is taken of on every detail. The new traditional 1910 era uniforms were designed by Kate Herring and capably sewn by volunteers.
Home made jams, London Lady Tea gift packs and scone mix on display in the shop. (Photo credit: Dave Kemp - All rights reserved.)
The gift shop is also full of London Heritage Farm exclusive Olympic-themed items such as tea packaged with the Speed Skate Canada logo, Canada flag jam toppers and scone fix bags, bandanas, table linens, and London Heritage Farm exclusive items such as pins, key rings and sugar softeners.
