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The Olde English District is one of eleven tourism regions located in South Carolina. The
name refers to the
region's early settlement by the English in the mid-1770's and to the Revolutionary War battles fought here.
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OldeEnglish@SCTravel.net
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*An Inn on York Street
An Inn on York Street. A bed and breakfast owned and run by an English couple specializing in golfing holidays for U.K. and European visitors. All visitors are welcome to come and enjoy our historic Southern style plantation home. All pastimes and hobbies can be catered for, or just chill by our large pool in the 3-acre gardens, Come and enjoy Mark and Sandie’s English hospitality.
Address: 164 York St. Chester, SC 29706
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Phone: (803) 581-8681
Email: info@innonyorkstreet.com
Web Site: www.innonyorkstreet.com
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Breakfast | Outdoor Pool | Packages Available
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*Andrew Jackson State Park
25 campsites with water & electricity. Bathhouse with hot showers, sewage disposal, picnic area, 18-acre lake, pets allowed on leash, fishing, boat rental.
Address: 196 Andrew Jackson Park Rd. Lancaster, SC 29720
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Phone: (803) 285-3344
Email: andrewjackson@scprt.com
Web Site: www.southcarolinaparks.com
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*Andrew Jackson State Park
"Old Hickory", the seventh president, wrote that he was born on South Carolina soil on March 15, 1767, at the plantation where his uncle, James Crawford, lived. This plantation, his birth site, is now a 360-acre state park which features a museum and a one-room 18th century schoolhouse. The museum is open weekends 1 pm- 5 pm and weekdays by appointment. Admission charged.
Hours: Park: Apr.-Oct., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily; Nov.-Mar., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily.
Address: Lancaster, SC 29720
Phone: (803) 285-3344
Web Site: www.southcarolinaparks.com
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*Andrew Jackson State Park
Created as a memorial to the seventh president of the United States, the park features a museum illustrating life in the Carolina backcountry in the 18th century. The museum is open on Sat & Sun 1-5 p.m. and by appointment. Admission charged.
Hours: 9am-9pm, Apr-Oct; 8am-6pm, Nov-Mar.
Address: Lancaster, SC 29720
Phone: (803) 285-3344
Web Site: www.southcarolinaparks.com
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*Arts Council of Chester County
Begun in 1973, the council was organized in 1975. Its Mission Statement is to encourage participation and appreciation of the arts by all citizens of the county through the advancement of arts in education, community arts and individual artist development. The Ann Davidson Marion Gallery features Artist Showcases each month, usually done by local artists. Gift shop with local items for sale.
Hours: Hours: Monday through Friday, 10am-5pm.
Address: 123 Main St. Chester, SC 29706
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Phone: (803) 581-2030
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*Blackstock Battlefield State Historic Site
This is the site where Gen. Sumter defeated the hated Col. Banastre Tarleton. This large battle was important for lifting backcountry morale and for encouraging Gen. Greene to send Continentals into the region, who two months later turned the tide of the Revolutionary War at Cowpens. Situated along the Tyger River in Union County, this beautiful property is home to a 2.5-mile segment of the Palmetto Trail that provides tremendous recreation potential along the river.
Hours: Open daily from dawn until dusk
Address: Union, SC 29379
Phone: (864) 938-0100
Web Site: www.southcarolinaparks.com
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*Bloomsbury Inn
Built in 1849 by Colonel James Chesnut, Sr. and Mary Cox Chesnut, often times host to Mary Boykin Chesnut, famed Civil War diarist, Bloomsbury was opened as a bed and breakfast in 2005 following a complete renovation. With uncompromising attention to detail, Bruce and Katherine Brown have created an experience that will surpass your expectations. The inn is quietly tucked away on a residential street of the Historic District, in the oldest inland town in South Carolina. Offers: full gourmet breakfast, afternoon social, wireless internet, cable TV, all private baths, two acres of manicured grounds, homemade sweets, Bloomsbury tours and oral histories, large guest rooms with sitting areas, all served with Southern Hospitality. Inspected and approved by the South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Association.
Address: 1707 Lyttleton St. Camden, SC 29202
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Phone: (803) 432-5858
Web Site: www.bloomsburyinn.com
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Breakfast | Wireless Internet | Packages Available
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*Bob Doster’s Backstreet Studio and Gardens
Internationally renown artist invites visitors to his working studio, outdoor botanical and sculpture garden and art gallery, featuring the works of many distinguished artists. Housed in a row of historic storefronts, this eclectic site is an art-lovers dream come true. The private garden, complete with 55’ fishpond and waterfalls, is an oasis in the middle of downtown Lancaster. Groups and field trips welcome. Facilities available for rental for special events.
Address: 217 East Gay St. Lancaster, SC 29720
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Phone: (803) 285-9190
Web Site: www.bobdoster.com
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*Bonds Conway House
Visit the home built by Bonds Conway, believed to be the first African American in Camden to buy his freedom. The house, circa 1810, currently serves as the office of the Kershaw County Historical Society. Groups welcome with prior arrangements.
Hours: Open to the public Thursdays, 1 p.m.-5 p.m
Address: 811 Fair St. Camden, SC 29520
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Phone: (803) 425-1123
Email: kchistory@camden.net
Web Site: www.kershawcountyhistoricalsociety.org
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*Cabins at Camp Wilderness Resort
15 air-conditioned rental cabins with kitchens and bathrooms.
Address: Fort Mill, SC 29715
Phone: 1-800-888-4386
Web Site: www.carowinds.com/campground/campground.htm
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1-800-968-5909
Email: OldeEnglish@SCTravel.net
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