Olde English District (1)
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Camden
Established in 1732, Camden is the oldest inland city of South Carolina and was the major British garrison of Lord Cornwallis. The Battles of Hobkirk Hill and Camden were fought in the vicinity and 12 other Revolutionary War battles took place nearby. The Camden area is also known for the fine horses trained and bred here and for its beautiful homes. The world-famous "Colonial Cup," one of the nation's richest steeplechase races, is held here in late fall at the nearby Springdale Course. The "Carolina Cup," a day of steeplechase and flat racing, takes place around Easter.
Camden area ACCOMMODATIONS
Camden area GOLF Facilities
Camden area HISTORIC sites
Camden area OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES
| Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce 724 Broad Street P.O.Box 605 Camden SC 29020 803-432-2525 |
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Cheraw
Cheraw is one of South Carolina's oldest and most picturesque inland towns. Named for the Cheraw Indians, Cheraw began as a small trading post at the head of navigation on the Great Pee Dee River. By the time of the War of Independence, Cheraw was the site of the parish church and was officially laid out with a Town Green and wide streets.
You've seen the grace of the old Southern towns in the movies, - well here is one in real life. From the Market Hall (c.1837), the Cheraw Lyceum (c.1825) and many other early to mid 19th century buildings to the 18th Century St. David's Episcopal Church (c.1770), built under the monarchy of George III, Cheraw is history come alive. This is now the nucleus of a 213 acre National Register Historic District rich in gardens and the architectural legacy of 250 years. But there is much more to Cheraw than history.
Come linger awhile and wander through tree-shaded streets, taste some home cooking and shop for antiques. Spend the night in the hometown of Jazz King Dizzy Gillespie and see where he worked and played.
On the edge of the Carolina Sandhills, the area has 96,000 acres of public land ideal for hunting, fishing, hiking and riding as well as excellent golf courses - come and see for yourself!
Cheraw area ACCOMMODATIONS
Cheraw area EDUCATION facilities
Cheraw area GOLF courses
Cheraw area HISTORICAL Sites
Cheraw area OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES
| Cheraw Visitors Bureau 221 Market Street Cheraw SC 29520 843-537-8425 |
| Greater Cheraw Chamber of Commerce 221 Market Street Cheraw SC 29520 843-537-7681 |
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Chesterfield
Chesterfield area OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES
| Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce P.O.Box 230 Chesterfield SC 29709 843-623-2343 |
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Kershaw
Kershaw area GOLF Facilities
Kershaw area OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES
| Kershaw Chamber of Commerce P.O.Box 441 Kershaw SC 29067 |
| Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce 604 Main Street Drawer 430 Lancaster SC 29721 803-283-4105 |
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McBee
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Pageland
Pageland area ACCOMMODATIONS
Pageland area GOLF Facilities
Pageland area OTHER RECREATION FACILITIES
| Pageland Chamber of Commerce P.O.Box 56 Pageland SC 29728 |
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Wateree Lake
Created as a hydroelectric impoundment of the Catawba River, this is a 14,000 acre magnet for watersports - especially fishing. The lake is south of Great Falls and north of Camden.
Also on the Catawba River is Lansford Canal State Park (between Rock Hill and Lancaster).
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