| Rockwood, Ont | | Rockwood is a spectacular community which offers the charm and tranquility of a small town, yet is within a 30 minute commute to Mississauga, Guelph, Milton, Georgetown and Oakville. It is a community like no other with heritage inspired homes, beautiful scenery, friendly neighbours, and parks and trails where families can play.
The Rockwood Conservation Area is operated by the Grand River Conservation Authority. It is open from May 1 to October 15. Besides being a lovely place to camp, swim and picnic, the park contains sites of interests to residents and visitors alike.
The Woollen Mill was started in 1867 by Richard Harris, with the stone structure being built in 1884. The mill operated from 1867 until 1919, then reopened for a short time in the 1930's. The mill and the surrounding property were sold to the Conservation Authority in 1959. Much of the structure was destroyed by fire in 1965. Careful inspection along the river might turn up remnants of the foundations of workers' cottages. The preserved ruin of the old Harris Woollen Mill, the dam and millpond, Old Valley Road and the caves and pot holes are all of historical, architectural and geological interest and go a long way to explaining why Rockwood exists today. |
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