Day Trip to Fort Langley BC Canada

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Road Trip to the Charming Town of Fort Langley British Columbia is a Great way to Spend the Day

Exploring Historic 'Fort Langley Village' Shops and Restaurants

A day trip to Fort Langley BC in the Lower Mainland is a day well spent. This charming town feels like it is straight out of a fairy tale. In fact, it sort of is. Fort Langley's community hall was used as Storybrooke's town hall in the TV show Once Upon a Time. On our day trip to Fort Langley BC, we spent the day exploring the historic 'Village' shops and restaurants. 

Fort Langley BC Village. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Fort Langley's Famous Community Hall. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

Day Trip to Fort Langley BC

Our day trip to Fort Langley was spent in the historic retail and commercial district known to locals as 'The Village'. It is a quaint district, filled with independently owned, and operated boutiques, shops and restaurants. Fort Langley's Village is a charming area with restored heritage buildings and tree lined streets creates a happy peaceful vibe enticing visitors to slow down, reconnect and enjoy the finer things in life.

A Restored Antique Truck. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
An Idyllic Park for a Picnic in Fort Langley. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

Antiquing in Fort Langley

The Village Antiques Mall

A day trip to Fort Langley BC is likely to include a few stops at its great antique shops. The Village Antiques Mall alone has 10,000 square feet of space and over 60 dealers. This antique mall has been a source for antiques, collectibles, vintage & mid-century modern furniture, and home décor for over 35 years. Likely, if you inherited or like to collect fine china, crystal and silverware you will find matching pieces to add to the collection at The Village Antiques Mall.

Fine Cocktail Crystal Glasses. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Admiring the Vintage Jewelry. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

Farmhouse in Provence Shop in Fort Langley

Farmhouse in Provence is well known for its curated collection of antiques, vintage clothing, fine teas, candles, and soaps. Inspired by the romantic shops and markets in Southern France Farmhouse in Provence is a quaint boutique shop that strives to bring beauty to those who visit. They even have their own in-house vintage clothing label called Maisee a la Mode. Additionally they also sell locally sourced goods include pottery, art, greeting cards

Curated Collection of Antiques & Vintage Finds. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Farmhouse in Provence Assorted Candles & Teas. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

Rempel Mercantile & Country Lane Antiques

Rempel Mercantile and Antiques specializes in automobilia and industrial furniture. This husband and wife team have a passion for restoration taking great care to honour the history of each piece. Next door is Country Lane Antiques another family owned and operated shop. This shop specializes in carefully restored or repurposed one-of-a-kind, farmer-made antiques and homemade furnishings.

Country Lane Antiques & Rempel Mercantile. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Vintage Speed Skates at Country Lane Antiques. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

Art Galleries and Artisans in Fort Langley

A road trip to Fort Langley BC is the place to go for hand-curated artisan collections and art galleries. Finding that original art piece for your home is simple in Fort Langley. In fact, the hardest part will be deciding which artist's piece to choose. In fact, some might say it is destiny. In the search for the irresistible piece crated by Canadian or British Columbian artists, look no further than the Kizmit Gift Gallery. Kiz-mit actually means an inevitable course of events, like destiny. 

We loved checking out the art galleries in Fort Langley. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
There is lots of Cute Stuff to be Found in Fort Langley. Photo credit: Other random cute ladies

Shopping in Fort Langley

There is no shortage of cute stuff to find in the shops of Historic Fort Langley's Village. The shops of Fort Langley inspire a simple, healthy, and sustainable way of life. The town's nostalgic lifestyle will naturally cause you to slow down and let life's worries drift away as you reconnect with those around you. Your day trip to Fort Langley BC you will leave feeling calm and restored. 

Fresh Flowers Bouquets

Niche Fresh Flower Boutique

Niche Boutique has a beautiful assortment of fresh flowers. Like many shops in Fort Langley, they support local flower farmers and strive to provide quality flowers and French country arrangements. Their ambition is to make the world a better place by creating something beautiful everyday. 

Florista Flower Studio

Florista Flower Studio aims to inspire an admiration for nature through their flower arrangements. Fresh flowers are sourced weekly from local flower auctions and from foraging. Combine this with their passion for floral arranging and uncompromising standards and you are sure to find a beautiful arrangement to call your own. 

Niche Boutique Flower Shop. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Florista Flower Studio. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

A few of the Boutique Shops of Fort Langley

The Little White House Boutique

The Little White House boutique specializes in nostalgic French countryside fashion, décor, and gifts. This cute little shop also sells beauty supplies, jewelry, vintage items and children's clothing and toys. It even has a Salon Café with a Parisian inspired menu. 

The Little White House. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
French Country Fashion and Décor. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Roxann's Hat Shop
It is a love of fashion and a passion for hats that inspired this mother-daughter duo to open Roxann's. It is a friendly and welcoming store, that encourages customers to try on hats. Roxann's has a globally curated collection of hats. In fact, they have the largest selection of hats in the Greater Vancouver area. With the large selection and the expert advice you are sure to find the perfect hat for any occasion.

At Roxann's 'Anyone can wear a hat; it just takes attitude'. We decided to test this theory. It was fun trying on all sorts of hats and finding the attitude to match. Here we are trying out our best Peaky Blinders gangster attitudes. 

Anyone can Wear a Hat.... Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
It Just Takes Attitude. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
The Fashion Spy Curated Thrift

The Fashion Spy scouts area thrift shops and snoops through rack after rack of previously loved clothing. Her mission is to uncover the best fashion finds. Carefully curating a collection to make her customers look and feel amazing. Her superior sleuthing skills are ideal for those of us that get overwhelmed by thrift shops. Find the Fashion Spy at the Fort Langley Small Shop Market at the Fort Langley Community Hall. 

The Fashion Spy. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Fort Langley Small Shop Market. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

The Best Treats in Fort Langley

No day trip to Fort Langley BC is complete without picking up a little treat to enjoy. It almost feels like time slows in Fort Langley making the time and space needed to really relax, enjoy the finer things in life and maybe even indulge oneself with a delicious treat.  Fort Langley's well-known treats include hand-made artisan ice cream made with locally sourced ingredients at Farmhouse in Provence. For freshly baked goodies head to Wendels Bookstore and Café. For the ultimate sweet treats created by a professional chocolatier and purveyor of candies and confections, Into Chocolates is the stop.

Where to Eat in Fort Langley

There is no risk of going hungry on a road trip to Fort Langley BC. There are nearly as many restaurants as boutique shops and antique stores. Nearly every eatery focuses on serving locally sourced and high quality food making Fort Langley a great option for foodies. Each location seems to honour the tradition of breaking bread as a way to strengthen friendships and family bonds. 

Other Things to do in Fort Langley

Fort Langley's historic area is home to the Langley Centennial Museum, Fort Langley Community Hall, CN Station, and many beautifully restored vintage buildings that are rich in heritage. 

Fort Langley National Historic Site
Built in 1827, Fort Langley National Historic Site was a Hudson's Bay Trading Post. Apparently this is the site where the province of British Columbia was formed. In addition to touring the fort the park offers a variety of activities including, Hidden Histories Tours, audio tours, and children's activities. Fort Langley National Historic Site has overnight camping and hosts numerous events like Brigade Days. The fort is accessible.

The park is open 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm and is closed on December 24, 25, 26, 31 and January 1. As this is a national historic site a Parks Canada Pass is required. 

Fort Langley National Historic Site. Photo credit: Janet Guthrie
Fort Langley Centennial Museum: Photo credit: Janet Guthrie

A Day Spent Exploring the Fort Langley is a Day Well Spent

Fort Langley is a charming town that is rich in history. The community prioritizes quality over quantity and supporting local. Every shop and restaurant strives to strengthen friendships and family ties. However, the most important aspect of Fort Langley culture is their emphasis on celebrating the beauty in each other and in life. A road trip to Fort Langley BC is guaranteed to remind you of the beauty of life, nature and each other.

Day Trip to Fort Langley BC Canada

Exploring Historic 'Fort Langley Village' Shops and Restaurants

Travel Guide

    • Restaurant, Cafe
    • Historical Site
  • British Columbia

Canada Parks

  • Langley
  • British Columbia
    • Outdoor Market

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Fort Langley, Langley Twp, BC V1M, Canada
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Comments 6

EH Canada Marketing Group on Sunday, 13 August 2023 16:50

It always good to hear of successful communities and their economic development strategies. Sounds like Fort Langley nailed it.

It always good to hear of successful communities and their economic development strategies. Sounds like Fort Langley nailed it.
Janet Guthrie on Sunday, 13 August 2023 19:45

EH Canada Marketing Group they sure did. They could have easily let development go where it wanted, but they chose to protect the community's heritage and to preserve the buildings. It was a smart call, because it fostered the wonderful sense of community and appreciation for history and culture. In doing so, it became a destination drawing people from all over the Lower Mainland.

EH Canada Marketing Group they sure did. They could have easily let development go where it wanted, but they chose to protect the community's heritage and to preserve the buildings. It was a smart call, because it fostered the wonderful sense of community and appreciation for history and culture. In doing so, it became a destination drawing people from all over the Lower Mainland.
Andrea Horning on Sunday, 13 August 2023 19:52

What a cute place! Great photos showcasing Langley. I will certainly know where to go if I find myself near there. Thanks for sharing!

What a cute place! Great photos showcasing Langley. I will certainly know where to go if I find myself near there. Thanks for sharing!
Janet Guthrie on Monday, 14 August 2023 03:17

Thank you Andrea

Thank you Andrea
Kim Kenyon on Sunday, 13 August 2023 22:46

YAY for Farmhouse in Provence that I noted has both Espresso and Black Licorice artisan ice cream. What to do now with that decision choice. I agree that the community has done an excellent job in pulling the historical and antiques theme throughout leaving an impression with visitors. Nice review Janet!

YAY for Farmhouse in Provence that I noted has both Espresso and Black Licorice artisan ice cream. What to do now with that decision choice. I agree that the community has done an excellent job in pulling the historical and antiques theme throughout leaving an impression with visitors. Nice review Janet!
Janet Guthrie on Monday, 14 August 2023 03:18

Thank you Kim. Might I suggest one scoop of each???

Thank you Kim. Might I suggest one scoop of each???
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