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The Barrachois Provincial Park is located in Ironville on Cape Breton Island (located 12 km (8 mi) south of Highway 125). Formerly a farm, this picnic park is situated on a knoll under a canopy of trees providing a secluded and shaded picnicking experience. Nearby fishing opportunities are available on the Bras d’Or Lakes. 

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The True Meaning of “Ceilidh” in Cape Breton

It's often heard around the island that there will be a ceilidh in this place, or that people are going to a ceilidh tonight, or will there be a ceilidh anywhere this weekend?

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10 Hidden Gems on Cape Breton Island

Cape Breton is so much more than Cabot Trail. Let us show you some of our favourite hidden gems!

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The New Visit Cape Breton App, Margaret AI and Trip Planner

Your pocket guide to exploring our Island. Cape Breton Island rewards the curious traveller. To make planning easier, Destination Cape Breton has launched a connected toolkit that goes from couch to coastline: the new Visit Cape...

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