Guidebook for Putney
Parks & Nature
The Putney Mountain trailhead is 5 minutes way, and is a short and relatively easy hike (15 minutes up) to spectacular panoramic views of VT and NH. Go to http://www.windmillhillpinnacle.org/pages/trails/putney_mtn.html to find trail guides to the extensive Windmill Hill Pinnacle trail network, accessible from this location.
422 Putney Mountain Rd
422 Putney Mountain RoadThe Putney Mountain trailhead is 5 minutes way, and is a short and relatively easy hike (15 minutes up) to spectacular panoramic views of VT and NH. Go to http://www.windmillhillpinnacle.org/pages/trails/putney_mtn.html to find trail guides to the extensive Windmill Hill Pinnacle trail network, accessible from this location.
The Pinnacle trailhead is a 15 minute drive away on scenic dirt roads, in the neighboring town of Westminster. The Pinnacle has spectacular views, and you can hike from there to Putney Mountain along the ridgeline for a longer challenge. There is a rustic shelter at the top of the Pinnacle where you can spend the night. (To reserve the shelter , call 802-463-9226. Shelter reservations are mandatory. ) Find trail maps and details at http://www.windmillhillpinnacle.org/pages/trails/access.html
1026 Windmill Hill Rd N
1026 Windmill Hill Road NorthThe Pinnacle trailhead is a 15 minute drive away on scenic dirt roads, in the neighboring town of Westminster. The Pinnacle has spectacular views, and you can hike from there to Putney Mountain along the ridgeline for a longer challenge. There is a rustic shelter at the top of the Pinnacle where you can spend the night. (To reserve the shelter , call 802-463-9226. Shelter reservations are mandatory. ) Find trail maps and details at http://www.windmillhillpinnacle.org/pages/trails/access.html
Arts & Culture
Right in the center of Putney is a renovated church where you can hear live music, watch a play featuring local actors, take cooking lessons and much more. Go to www.nextstagearts.org for a calendar of upcoming events and to buy tickets online.
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Next Stage Arts Project
15 Kimball HillRight in the center of Putney is a renovated church where you can hear live music, watch a play featuring local actors, take cooking lessons and much more. Go to www.nextstagearts.org for a calendar of upcoming events and to buy tickets online.
Essentials
Excellent sandwiches at the deli and hot food available to eat in. The Putney Farmers Market is located at the Coop, Sundays 11 AM - 2 PM from June-Sept.
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Putney Food Co-op
8 Carol Brown WayExcellent sandwiches at the deli and hot food available to eat in. The Putney Farmers Market is located at the Coop, Sundays 11 AM - 2 PM from June-Sept.
The closest place to buy groceries, get coffee, and mingle with locals. Contact info at http://www.putneygeneralstore.com/
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Putney General Store
4 Kimball HillThe closest place to buy groceries, get coffee, and mingle with locals. Contact info at http://www.putneygeneralstore.com/
Shopping
Rent bikes and cross-country ski gear at this well-known biking center. West Hill Shop hosts biking and X-C skiing events and can help you find the best places to explore. For a trail map of local loops, go to: http://www.westhillshop.com/about/local-ride-loops-pg104.htm
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West Hill Shop
49 Brickyard LnRent bikes and cross-country ski gear at this well-known biking center. West Hill Shop hosts biking and X-C skiing events and can help you find the best places to explore. For a trail map of local loops, go to: http://www.westhillshop.com/about/local-ride-loops-pg104.htm
Entertainment & Activities
Rent kayaks or canoes and explore the nearby Connecticut River or the more sheltered Retreat Meadows at the confluence of the West River. http://www.vermontcanoetouringcenter.com/
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Vermont Canoe Touring Center
451 Putney RdRent kayaks or canoes and explore the nearby Connecticut River or the more sheltered Retreat Meadows at the confluence of the West River. http://www.vermontcanoetouringcenter.com/
Watch first run movies in an historic art deco theater in the heart of downtown Brattleboro, near restaurants and nightlife. Movies at http://theater.latchis.com/ Live events at http://latchisarts.org/events/
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Latchis Theatre
50 Main StWatch first run movies in an historic art deco theater in the heart of downtown Brattleboro, near restaurants and nightlife. Movies at http://theater.latchis.com/ Live events at http://latchisarts.org/events/
Food Scene
Located in the heart of the village, this restaurant features locally sourced ingredients prepared with care. After dinner, walk next door to Next Stage for a live performance. http://www.thegleanery.com/
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The Gleanery
133 Main StLocated in the heart of the village, this restaurant features locally sourced ingredients prepared with care. After dinner, walk next door to Next Stage for a live performance. http://www.thegleanery.com/
Great craft beer and good food in a renovated general store. The drive from our place to the Williamsville Eatery is "over the river and through the woods" - including a covered bridge. Best to make a reservation, or you can take your chances at the bar.
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Williamsville Eatery
26 Dover RdGreat craft beer and good food in a renovated general store. The drive from our place to the Williamsville Eatery is "over the river and through the woods" - including a covered bridge. Best to make a reservation, or you can take your chances at the bar.