In 1884 the bell tower was constructed as a Firehall and alarm bell.Ā The bell for the tower (seen below) was made in New York and installed in the tower in 1887.Ā The Joseph Goulds Mechanics Institute (Uxbridge Public Library) constructed in 1887 was to house the new bell in the clock tower, however when it was delivered it was feared to be too heavy and thought when rung would reduce the Institute to a pile of rubble.Ā The bell was then installed in the recently built bell tower and was connected by cables to the library bell tower to chime out the hours for the town to hear.
The above photo is a post card from 1937 – Courtesy of Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
The bell tower had double duty.Ā It ran in the hours of the day and was also the alarm incase of fire.Ā There was a small door door at the base of the tower that someone could open and ring the bell.Ā The bell tower was sold to Miles Houck after serving the residents of Uxbridge for more than 65 years.Ā Mr. Houck who ran a garage south of the tower offered the tower for sale if anyone would remove it and restore it.Ā Since no one was interested on purchasing the tower in October 1954 it was demolished.Ā The bell after being stored for a number of years was placed on display in front of the old firehall on Bascom Street and is now on display in the tower at the new firehall on Brock Street. (see below).
The above photo shows the Bell Tower located behind the Joseph Goulds Mechanic Institute in the late 1800s.
A post card from 1910 courtesy of www.scugogheritage.com
A post card from 1937 courtesy of www.scugogheritage.com
A rare photo above shows the bell tower from behind from the bridge at the north end of Whelers Pond.
Behind the bell tower you can see the stables at the Mansion House Hotel.Ā
Courtesy of Uxbridge The First 100 Years by:Ā J. Peter Hvidsten
Pictured above is the bell after is was removed from the Bell Tower.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days by:Ā J. Peter Hvidsten
Here we see the bell being installed on the roof of the Firehall on Brock St.
Courtesy of Uxbridge The Good Old Days by:Ā J. Peter Hvidsten
The above photo shows where the bell was displayed at the old Firehall on Bascom St.
The above photo shows where the bell is proudly displayed currently at the new Firehall on Brock St.
Learn more about Uxbridge’s history by visiting our blog page UXBRIDGE HISTORY
Or visit the Uxbridge Historical Centre (Museum and Archives)
Photos Courtesy of
Uxbridge Historical Centre (Museum and Archives)
Uxbridge The Good Old Days by:Ā J. Peter Hvidsten
Uxbridge The First 100 Years by:Ā J. Peter Hvidsten
You can see the Kiln, which is still standing today, to the left of the mill in the above photo. Photo from: Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten.
The Isaac J. Gould Oatmeal Kiln was used to power the Oatmeal Mill that was built by Isaac J. Gould on the north shore of Elgin Pond (then known as Park Pond).Ā You can see the Kiln, which is still standing today, to the left of the mill in the above photo. The mill was built in 1887 on the former site or Joseph Gould’s woollen and saw mill which was destroyed by fire 1886.Ā The mill was briefly operated as a woollen and saw mill before it was converted to grind oats.Ā Ā In the mid 1950s the mill was condemned and collapsed in 1957.
The following two photos show the Kiln as it appears today.Ā It has been converted to a home.
The Oatmeal Kiln December 2021
The Oatmeal Kiln December 2021
The Oatmeal Mill and Kiln on the north side of Elgin Pond (Park Pond).Ā Photo from: Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten.
The Oatmeal Mill and Kiln seen from Bascom Street – Photo courtesy of Gary Ledrew.
The Oatmeal Mill and Kiln seen from Elgin Pond – Photo courtesy and coloured by Gary Ledrew.
Learn more about the Oatmeal Mill, the Kiln and Elgin Pond in our Uxbridge History Blog.
Photo Credits:
Uxbridge The First 100 Years by: J. Peter Hvidsten
Gary Ledrew
70 Main Street –Ā Circa 1872
The photo above taken circa 1900 shows the front porch and dormer before they were both enlarged.Ā Photo Courtesy of Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes and Heritage Buildings By: Paul Arculus J. Peter Hvidsten
According to the Uxbridge Heritage Register, the Bascom – Williams House built circa 1872 was a small square frame house that was later bricked but has since undergone a number of changes.Ā The property was originally owned by Dr. Joseph Bascom.Ā Dr. Bascom owned all the land on the west side of Main St between Brock St and Mill St before he divided it up into lots during the 1850’s.Ā Ownership was transferred to his daughter Mary in 1872 and it is believed the house was built not long after that.Ā Mary married Alonzo D. Williams who was the first clerk for the Village of Uxbridge and held that position for 27 years before his death in 1899.Ā Ā Alonzo Williams was the grandson of Elias Williams, who in 1831 became the first white settler in what is now Port Perry.
The above photo was taken in 2021. Here you can see the enlarged dormer and front porch.
Source: The Uxbridge Heritage Register
Circa 1900Ā Photo courtesy of Uxbridge-Scugog Historic Homes and Heritage Buildings by:Ā Paul Arculus and J. Peter HvidstenĀ
Visit our Uxbridge Historic Homes blog to learn about other historic homes in Uxbridge.
Here is the Kawartha Lakes Housing August 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association,Ā Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ included.
This housing report for Kawartha Lakes includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Kawartha Lakes.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – August 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Uxbridge Ā Housing August 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Township of Uxbridge includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Uxbridge.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – August 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report August 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Scugog Ā Housing August 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Township of Scugog includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Scugog.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes
TRREB Housing Market Charts August 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report August 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Brock Ā Housing August 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association,Ā Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Township of Brock includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Brock.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Scugog and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – August 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch ReportĀ
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report August 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Region of Durham Ā Housing August 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Canadian Real Estate Association,Ā Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Durham Region includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Region of Durham.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Uxbridge, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – August 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report August 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Robert H. Perry Residence – 2022
According to Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes and Heritage Buildings, this fieldstone home (the only one built within the town limits) was built by Robert Perry after he purchased the lot fromĀ G.H. Thompson in 1920.Ā Mr. Thompson operated a blacksmith shop on the property after he purchased it in 1904.Ā Ā
Robert Perry was the manager of the Gold Metal Furniture Company.Ā The factory which was located behind the old co-op at the corner of Brock Street and Victoria Drive, which was destroyed by fire in 1944.Ā Ā Read about the Gold Metal Furniture CompanyĀ
It is believed that the stone for the Robert H. Perry Residence was brought to town by rail and then delivered to the site by horse and wagon.Ā Ā The home features clear oak trim, floors, stairs and doors (including French doors and sliding doors).Ā Some of the original features can still be found including some light fixtures, the door bell, a stained glass window and the oak front door.Ā Ā A couple of other interesting features still in the home are parts of the water system which was located in the attic and a cistern located under the back deck.
To honour his Irish decent Mr. Perry had a form of a shamrock placed in the stone wall facing Planks Lane.Ā Ā If you look closely at this wall you can also see the form of a person just below the shamrock.
The home has had very few owners since it was constructed by Mr Perry.Ā The Perrys sold it to Gordon and Amanda McLean in 1923 who lived in the house until they sold it to its current owners in 1961.
This photo shows the shamrock in the north wall of the Robert H. Perry Residence.
This photo shows the person in the north wall of the house.
Credits and Source
Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes and Heritage Buildings, ByĀ Paul Arculus J. Peter Hvidsten
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Young Street, Uxbridge – CIRCA 1884
Charles Gould Residence taken from the south east side around 1890. Photo courtesy of Uxbridge-Scugog Historic Homes by: Paul Arculus and J. Peter Hvidsten.
The Charles Gould Residence was originally a farm property, it was owned by Joseph Gould and was inherited by his son Charles in 1886.Ā Ā Charles and his brother Harvey ran the Gould Brothers Bank and the Gould Flour and Feed Store on Brock Street as well as the Uxbridge Roller Mills.Ā Ā While running many businesses in town he was also elected Reeve in 1884.
The farm was sold on 1914.Ā A few years later Charles suffered a stroke and passed away on December 18, 1922.
The above photo is taken from the north east side of the property in 2021. Today the home is surrounded by a hedge making the property very secluded.
TheĀ house has an unusual coffin door, which opens onto the front verandah and allowed a coffin to be carried in and out of the house. It was a common practice years ago to have funerals and wakes in the home.Ā Ā It was constructed of yellow bricks similar to the Uxbridge Library (Joseph Gould Institute)
Charles Gould Residence taken from the south east side. Photo courtesy of Uxbridge-Scugog Historic Homes by: Paul Arculus and J. Peter Hvidsten.
Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes and Heritage Buildings by:Ā Paul ArculusĀ and J. Peter Hvidsten
The Hospital nearing completion in 1958.Ā Photo courtesy of Uxbridge the Good Old Days, By J. Peter Hvidsten.
The sod was turned in May 1955 and equipment started construction on the new Hospital in October of the same year.
After lack of funds and many delays the hospital finally opened on January 12th 1959.Ā The hospital has undergone renovations with additions in 1967 and 1996 – 1998.
In April 1997,Ā Ā the hospital was amalgamated with Community Memorial Hospital Port Perry to form the North Durham Health Services. NDHS ceased to exist in 1998. Uxbridge Cottage Hospital was affiliated with Lakeridge Health Centre in Oshawa, and was known as Lakeridge Health, Uxbridge, from 1998 until January 5, 2004.Ā In January 2004Ā the hospital was welcomed under the jurisdiction of the Markham-Stoufville Hospital Corporation.Ā Ā – Source Wikipedia
The Hospital as it appeared in 2021
The Hospital under construction.Ā Photo courtesy of Uxbridge the Good Old Days, By J. Peter Hvidsten.
In 2021 the Markham-Stouffville Hospital announced it would be rebranding as Oak Valley Health and the Uxbridge site would be renamed the Uxbridge Hospital dropping the “Cottage” after more than 60 years.
Read in the Uxbridge Cosmos, New hospital name, same corporation
In October 2019 the Uxbridge Health Centre announced with the Markham-Stouffville Hospital the construction of the new Uxbridge Health Centre on the grounds of the Uxbridge Hospital.Ā In September 2021 the Uxbridge Health Centre opened to its first patients.
The new Uxbridge Health Centre under construction in February 2021.
The completed Uxbridge Health Centre.
In September 2019 Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Peter Bethlenfalvy, President of the Treasury Board and MPP for Pickering-Uxbridge announced that Ontario would invest to support Markham Stouffville Hospital for the proposed redevelopment of the Uxbridge site.Ā In April 2022 the provincial government approved to build the new hospital on the existing grounds.
The new state-of-the-art building will be constructed on existing land beside the current hospital and will connect to the new Uxbridge Health Centre.Ā Plans are also underway for a a long-term care home that will also connect to the hospital.Ā The new Uxbridge campus will be a community health hub that will include acute, ambulatory and emergency services, long term care, and primary care services.
Uxbridge Hospital Redevelopment – Oak Valley Health
Below, taken from the Oak Valley Health website is an artist rendering of the new Uxbridge Hospital campus.
Artist rendering of the new Uxbridge Hospital campus.
Read in the Uxbridge Cosmos
Read below how the Hospital got its name.
From the Uxbridge Cosmos, Vol.17 Num.39, Thursday October 7, 2021
By Allan McGillivray
Looking for more Uxbridge History?Ā Visit our Uxbridge History blog page.
Credits and Sources:
Uxbridge the Good Old Days, ByĀ J. Peter Hvidsten
Uxbridge Health Centre
Oak Valley Health
Wikipedia
Perched on a historic parcel of land on on of Uxbridgeās most historical streets, the Sam Sharpe House stands as a testament to both architectural evolution and the enduring legacy of one of the townās most distinguished public figures. Initially built circa 1877 by a local builder, the home was originally known in the community as the āMauder Mansion.ā It wasnāt until 1881 that the Sharpe family purchased the residence, and it later became the home of Colonel Samuel Sharpe in 1907.
Col. Samuel Sharpe was a prominent figure in Uxbridgeās history. Not only did he serve as a Member of Parliament, but he also played a significant role in the Canadian military. His service during World War I saw him deployed overseas, where he demonstrated remarkable leadership. Unfortunately, the emotional and physical toll of war weighed heavily on him, and he tragically passed away in May 1918. His contributions to both his hometown and his country have cemented his place in Canadian history.
The home was originally built with a taller tower on the north side. Photo courtesy of Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes & Heritage Buildings by:Ā Paul Arculus J. Peter Hvidsten
Under the ownership of the Sharpe family, the home underwent several changes. Originally designed with a taller tower on the north side, it is believed that the top floor of the tower was either removed or destroyed by fire sometime after Col. Sharpeās death. Additionally, the Sharpe family expanded the home by adding a verandah and a conservatory on the south side, which enhanced its grandeur.
The home remained in the Sharpe family until 1943, when Col. Sharpeās wife, a respected figure in her own right, passed away.
Though the Sam Sharpe House has withstood the test of time, it has not been immune to the forces of nature. In 2022, a tornado struck Uxbridge, causing significant damage, including the destruction of the conservatory. Despite this setback, the home continues to be a landmark, reminding the community of its deep historical roots.
Photo courtesy of Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes & Heritage Buildings by:Ā Paul Arculus J. Peter Hvidsten
The Sam Sharpe House serves as a powerful link to Uxbridgeās past, not only as the residence of a war hero and public servant but also as an example of architectural resilience. As Uxbridge continues to evolve, this historic home remains a cherished part of the townās heritage, standing as a silent witness to the triumphs and trials of those who once called it home.
For history enthusiasts and residents alike, the Sam Sharpe House is a lasting tribute to one of Uxbridgeās most influential figures and a vital piece of the townās rich architectural and cultural history.
Learn about other historic homes in Uxbridge by following our blog “Uxbridge Historic Homes“
Credits and Sources
Uxbridge – Scugog Historic Homes & Heritage Buildings by: Paul Arculus J. Peter Hvidsten
The Township of Uxbridge Heritage Register
Here is the Township of Uxbridge Ā Housing July 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Township of Uxbridge includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Uxbridge.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Scugog, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes.
From Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – July 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report July 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Here is the Township of Scugog Ā Housing July 2023 report (all housing types), with reports from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board and the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ®Ā included.
This housing report for Township of Scugog includes the number of new listings, average list price, number of properties sold, average selling price, average days on market and average asking price to selling price ratio for all property types within the Township of Scugog.
Scroll to the bottom for links to take you to the housing market reports for Durham, Uxbridge, Brock and the Kawartha Lakes
TRREB Housing Market Charts July 2023
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board – Market Stats At A Glance – July 2023
Read the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardĀ Market Watch Report
Durham REALTORSĀ® Report July 2023 Housing Statistics
Read the Durham Association of REALTORSĀ® FULL Real Estate Report
*Some values may vary slightly based on the exact date and time the reports were generated.
*Information is believed to be accurate at time of posting but is not guaranteed to be correctĀ
Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. Affiliated real estate agents are independent contractor sales associates, not employees. Ā©2021 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerĀ® System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
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