Stellarton, Nova Scotia:

Energy and Industry in the Heart of Nova Scotia’s Sunrise Trail

Feel the Energy in Stellarton

Stellarton has been driving Nova Scotia’s fuel industry for centuries, as a long-standing coal mining town. Stellarton is also known nationally as the headquarters for grocery giant Sobeys, including their related brand subsidiaries. Learn more local history by visiting the Museum of Industry, or Steeltown Park. In 2006, Stellarton was home to over 5,200 hardworking Nova Scotians.

Picturesque Pictou County

Pictou County is located in the centre of the Sunrise Trail, where rolling green farmlands run into the warm waters of the Northumberland Straight. This is home to some of Nova Scotia’s prettiest beaches, and warmest waters. The closely situated towns of Westville, Stellarton, New Glasgow, Trenton and Pictou, make up this dynamic area. Nearby attractions include Magic Valley Family Fun Park, providing decades of memories and enjoyment for thousands of visitors, and the famous PEI ferry from Caribou to Wood Islands. Great vacations to Atlantic Canada begin in Stellarton and Pictou County.

Like Hockey? Love Golf?

Sports fans will always have something to do in Stellarton and surrounding Pictou County. Golfers will find endless holes and thousands of greenway yardage in Pictou County on some of Nova Scotia’s most attractive and challenging fairways. In winter the Stellarton Memorial Rink is where hockey games can be watched. Cheer on local teams and perhaps spot the next NHL superstar. Local hockey teams include the Stellarton Royals and Pictou County Female Hockey. Curling is another popular wintertime sport in Pictou County.

Did You Know?

Stellarton is home to former Nova Scotia Premier John Hamm, drummer Loel Campbell, and “Deal or No Deal Canada” model Kylee Evans, holder of suitcase #19. Stellarton has creatively decorated all town fire hydrants to resemble famous inhabitants and occupations, a great attraction for picture-taking. Also of note, the name Stellarton comes from the old word for coal, “Stellarite”. This name derives from the Latin “Stellae” meaning stars, due to the sparks given off by this fuel source.

The Perfect Destination Anytime of Year

Stellarton is the perfect destination for business and leisure travellers year round. That is because the warm, generous hospitality that the area is known for can be felt anytime. You are always welcome, and when you choose Holiday Inn Express Hotel Stellarton - New Glasgow you’ll be near more area attractions and venues. Holiday Inn Express Hotel Stellarton - New Glasgow: putting Pictou County at your fingertips. For a scenic road trip don’t forget the popular Cape George loop, hugging the coastline of Nova Scotia’s Sunrise Trail, Northumberland Straight, and St. Georges Bay.