Stories of South Hill

Stories of South Hill

Wander through the leafy streets of South Hill as we learn about the early 20th-century history and architecture of the neighborhood.

By Heritage Toronto

Date and time

Starts on Sunday, June 16 · 11am EDT

Location

301 St Clair Ave W (Sir Winston Churchill Park)

301 Saint Clair Avenue West Toronto, ON M5P 1N5 Canada

Refund Policy

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Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

  • 1 hour 30 minutes

On this walk, we'll explore community green spaces and hear stories of wealthy heiresses, war heroes, and everyday families, and how hey are linked to historically significant properties, including a collection of Eden Smith homes and a former Mothercraft hospital and residence.

Start Location: Sir Winston Churchill Park (301 St. Clair Avenue West)

Our staff and volunteers will be at the tour's starting location 30 minutes prior to each tour. Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to the start of the tour to allow time for check in.

End Location: Glenn Gould Park (480 Avenue Road)

Length of Tour: Approximately 90 minutes

Distance and Terrain: Approximately 2 kilometres, mostly on city sidewalks and some non-paved urban parks.

Registration is required for all tours. Please note: you will not be able to join a tour group if you have not registered ahead of time.

This tour uses individual audio headsets. All registered participants will be provided with an individual headset that will allow you to hear the tour guide throughout the tour.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest TTC stop and parking lot to the tour's starting location?

If taking public transportation, the closest TTC stop is St. Clair Avenue West & Spadina Road taking the 512 streetcar. For those driving, the closest Green P is located at 1445 Bathurst Street, M5R 3J2

What if I'm running late for a tour?

If you're running late for a tour and the tour has already left the starting location, look for the Heritage Toronto flag and group around the start location. You can also call us at (647) 542-3450.

What if it's raining?

Tours run rain or shine, so feel free to bring your umbrella or other rain gear. We will contact you if a tour is cancelled.

How can I give feedback about the tour?

After the tour, you will receive a post-tour survey through an Eventbrite email. Please feel free to fill out the survey and give us feedback about your tour experience!

What should I wear/bring for a tour?

We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and considering bringing sunscreen and water to make your tour as enjoyable as possible.

Will we be standing the whole time?

As a walking tour, there are limited opportunities to sit throughout the tour and participants will be standing/walking for the majority of the tour, although there may be benches and ledges along the way! Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions about accessibility.

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Heritage Toronto
CA$9.85