Blenheim, Ontario Canada is a community in excess of 4,800 located in south-central Chatham-Kent. Located close to the shores of Lake Erie and only minutes from Rondeau Provincial Park, Blenheim is a great place to live, work, or play.
Beautiful natural scenery of Rondeau Provincial Park combined with great fresh water fishing and a friendly community atmosphere makes Blenheim a great place to visit.
Visitors from all parts of Canada and the United States are delighted with the vitality of this small town, located in the heart of the golden acres.
Surrounded by some of the richest farmland in Canada, Blenheim represents the meeting of town and country. With its wide variety of high quality shops and professional services, Blenheim is the centre for commercial and recreational activity for a large, productive, rural area.
Located on the Talbot Trail, 24 km. south of Chatham, one hour from Windsor or London, Blenheim is also home of the annual Cherry Festival where the Pit Spitting Contest is a highlight. Visitors can also shop for bargains and one-of-a-kind items at the Sidewalk Sales that are held in conjunction with this popular event. They will also want to take home delicious fresh cherries, pies and more.
Chatham-Kent is considered Canada's Classic Car Capital and the main attraction supporting this claim is found near Blenheim. RM Classic Car Exhibit is one of North America's finest collections of classic and antique vehicles. A guided tour includes a close-up view of more than 50 classic cars and rarities from the past century and an opportunity to see RM's automotive restoration experts at work.
Downtown Blenheim is also home to some of Chatham-Kent's finest shopping with an exceptional selection of fashion boutiques, specialty stores, services and an eclectic choice of restaurants.
For Travel Information please visit our Visitor Information Centre at RM Classic Cars. This centre is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and is located at Horton Line, off Communication Rd just past the 401. Call 519-352-9024 or 1-877-523-2684.
For more information on Blenheim, please contact Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services at 1.866.542.5994/519.351.7700 or by email at CKeds@chatham-kent.ca