Brandywine Blog

14 Historic Covered Bridges in the Brandywine Valley

Covered Bridges line the countryside of Chester County’s Brandywine Valley, adding charm, history, and picture-perfect scenery to the region’s winding backroads. The ride outlined below follows a scenic loop through the region through some of its most beautiful historic landscapes. We'd love to hear…

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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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A Weekend in the Mushroom Capital of the World

Fun Fact: Chester County produces over 60% of the nation’s mushroom crop, giving the town of Kennett Square the title of “Mushroom Capital of the World.” Voted one of the 10 Best Festivals in Pennsylvania, the Kennett Square Mushroom Festival is held the weekend after labor day each year…

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Harvest Happiness: Orchards, Farms & Markets

The Brandywine Valley celebrates a tradition of agriculture and artisan trades as rich as our soil. Family-owned farms throughout the region nurture nature’s gifts, and local chefs transform the yield into fresh culinary creations. Get a taste of our local harvest at farms, restaurants and…

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Fall Getaway Inspiration

Revel in Autumn's artistry throughout Chester County's Brandywine Valley; at every turn, the bounty of our lush, colorful landscape comes to life. The rich legacy of arts and culture in the Brandywine Valley is expressed in a myriad of ways in the vibrant fall season. Brandywine is home to both the…

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