Ball Fields
Ample space to field a game of ball, or any other field activity.
Weddings
For a wedding you and your guests will never forget HPF offers a perfect backdrop for a memorable day. We will work with you as you design your special day. If you are planning an outdoor wedding or reception Poole Forge is for you.
Covered Bridge
Everyone loves a covered bridge and ours is no exception. Spanning the Conestoga River the bridge is a favorite subject of photographers in all seasons.
Event Cottage
Paymasters House available for overnight rental, contact Churchtown Inn (717) 445-7794.
Conestoga Creek
Ever changing and always fascinating, we are all drawn to the water. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon watching the Egret hunt and the baby ducks learn to swim.
Tenant House
Restored tenant house sits close to the pavilion and the creek.
Beautiful Grounds
Crystal clear water, lush green pastures, and rolling hills.
Pavilion
Picnic tables and playground line this modern, well-kept pavilion
Historic Mansion
Built in the late 1700's, the mansion captures everyone's imagination with it's combination of elegance and charm. Open during park events, plans are underway for future restoration.
Public Events
Historic Poole Forge frequently hosts fun and entertaining events for the community, like the Heritage Day Festival.
Rich History
The park and mansion are rooted in a rich, vibrant history that is a pleasure to visit and learn about.
Community
HPF is made possible by a vibrant community of supporters, volunteers, and participants.
Rural Setting
The areas surrounding the park contain vibrant farming communities, historical towns, and vast fields.
Delightful Flora
During the spring and summer months, the park is sprinkled with many colorful flowers and towering trees.
Iron Masters Christmas Tree Show
SHOW DATES
Friday December 2, 2011 4-8 PM
Saturday December 3, 2011 12-6 PM
Sunday December 4, 2011 1-4 PM
Friday December 9, 2011 4-8 PM
Saturday December 10, 2011 12-6 PM
Sunday December 11, 2011 1-4 PM
Admission is $5.00 10 and Younger FREE!!!
Christmas at the Iron Masters returns this year as we fill the mansion with trees and Christmas displays. Local businesses, clubs and organizations will showcase their talents and imagination. There is sure to be something for everyone.
New this year will be additional displays in the first floor of the Paymasters house with its huge walk in fire place. Santa will be at the West Tenant House on both Saturdays from 12-4.
Pictures with Santa and the Poole Forge sleigh will be something to treasure for years to come.
Poole Forge ornaments, T-Shirts and other items will be available for sale in the West Tenant House, where refreshments will also be served.
***Show Special*** With each paid admission to Christmas at the Iron Masters you will receive a coupon for a $5.00 discount on the purchase of the cookbook Hearth and Heritage. This book combining wonderful recipes, photographs, stories and the history of Caernarvon Township makes the perfect Christmas gift.
Just a few of this year's participants are:
Ten Thousand Villages
Heritage Design Interiors
Lancaster Conservancy
Theodore Burr Covered Bridge Society
Red Rose Doll Club
Science Explorers
Flower and Craft Warehouse