Central Massachusetts, United States
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Worcester Hills is a primarily rural area with scattered villages in Central Massachusetts.
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A peaceful 400-acre retreat in the heart of central Massachusetts, Moore was the site of grist and saw mills from 1747 through the early part of the 20th century. There are trails that let you explore what remains of the mill village as well as some that loop around a large open meadow at the top of a hill. There is also a trail that brings you to an old quarry and along the shore of the largest of the mill ponds. Moore State Park is only about 25 minutes from the center of Worcester and is a good spot for anyone seeking a quick escape from the city.
300 acre state park with swimming facilities.
Dairy farm that sells its milk on premises. There's also a petting zoo, homemade ice cream, and an outdoor BBQ in the summer. You can also pick up some of the farm's produce.
Primarily a place to get milk and cream. The farm store sells other local products and they make their own chocolate milk as well.
Producer of around 1,500 pounds of Chevre every week.
10th generation farm with 200 acres of vegetables, pumpkins, and livestock. All available for purchase at the farmstand.
Visit the headquarters of well-known charity Heifer International at their ranch in Rutland. Heifer offers day and overnight programs to learn about agriculture and poverty reduction for both children and adults.
Kettle Brook is a fairly new golf course, built on land that used to be a dairy farm in the rolling hills of Paxton.
Small, simple, and affordable bistro.
Classic country hot dog stand
Craft brewery located on a hilltop farm outside of Barre. The taproom is expansive and there is ample outdoor seating and a children's play area for use in warmer months.
One of Central Massachusetts' brewing pioneers maintains its production brewery and a taproom in Spencer. They also have a pub in nearby Sturbridge and a restaurant in Acton.
Historic inn with attached tavern.
Historic inn built in 1780.
Well stocked store carrying cookware, coffees, teas, olive oils, vinegars, and over 100 bulk spices.
Trappist abbey in rural Spencer that sells jams, jellies, and religious books. Also home of the only Trappist brewery in North America.
Christmas decoration store located in a 160 year old barn
A car is necessary to visit the Worcester Hills. There is no major airport less than an hour away and no public transportation into the region aside from an infrequent Worcester RTS bus serving Leicester.
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Route 9 traverses the southern section of Worcester Hills, passing through Leicester and Spencer. Route 122 runs from Paxton to Barre, facilitating northwest-southeast travel within the region.
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