Brandywine Blog

Sweet Shops of Chester County

Candy brings out the children in us all and memories of our favorite treats. The expression “like a kid in a candy shop” says it all as there is such a thrill to see, smell and taste delectable chocolates and other confections. Fine chocolates, fudge, and old-fashioned candies of all shapes and…

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Into the Woods

Trees are an intrinsic part of the Brandywine Valley landscape. Even the name Pennsylvania, translated as “Penn’s Woods,” speaks to this heritage. In fact. So many gardens, arboretums and botanical treasures populate the greater Philadelphia region, that is has earned the moniker, “America’s Garden…

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11 Historic Towns in Chester County

Nestled in the landscape of Chester County are many Historic Crossroads, each offering unique views into times gone by. Journey back to our storied past. Downtown West Chester Historic Downtown Experiences West Chester, the county seat, offers walking history tours and is the home of the Chester…

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