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The Sanctuary & Grave-Yard

Hosted by Crystal · Woodstock, Ontario

4 sites · RV, Tent · 1 acre

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Welcome to The Sanctuary. This site is home to one of the oldest churches in Upper Canada, erected in 1860 as a Wesleyan Methodist church. The congregation was known for its “methodical” devotion to prayer and social justice, including support of the Underground Railroad. They were also famously teetotalers (no alcohol), and the church likely served as a local hub for the Temperance movement in 1800s Oxford Centre. In 1925, it joined the United Church of Canada, the curries congregation folded in 2021. The sanctuary is still a sanctuary (for now). Guests are welcome to come in for a prayer or quiet time if needed, just ask! The graveyard on site is decomissioned with the last burial taking place in 1921. Please respect those laid to rest here. In 1970, an F4 tornado passed through Oxford County, approximately 1 km wide, and destroyed much of the surrounding area—except this church. The roof was lost during the storm, but the original stained glass survived. The tornado destroyed around 30 homes, and the nearby Anglican church, which was later rebuilt. Some grave markers were displaced into surrounding fields, and recovered pieces were returned and placed in a corner section of the graveyard. Rest in peace. Please respect the graveyard and do not set up camp beyond the graveyard as there are homes surrounding. You are welcome to pay your respects, but no disrespectful or harmful activity is permitted on this part of the land. Things to do nearby: • Pittock Conservation Area (Woodstock) – 15 min: Large park with walking trails and a lake • Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory (Cambridge) – ~45 min: Tropical greenhouse with thousands of free-flying butterflies • Fanshawe Pioneer Village (London) – ~35 min: Open-air historical museum showcasing 19th–20th century life • St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market (St. Jacobs) – ~50 min: Canada’s largest year-round farmers’ market • Woodstock Farmers’ Market (Saturdays until noon) • Woodstock Museum

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Church Backyard

Tent site · Sleeps 2

Sitting beside a decomissioned (1921) graveyard and a farmers field. tent site - No washroom Access, hose tap hookup for water. BBQ if needed. Leave no trace camping - Garbage Bin Outside for small disposal use.

No campfires

No toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

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The BackCorner Graveyard

Tent site · Sleeps 2

Sitting beside a historic Canadian church est 1860 with the tent sites beside a decomissioned (1921) graveyard ( no tent set up in graveyard) just beside it. In the corner of the lot, must park on gravel and walk in. No fires. tent site - No washroom Access, hose tap hookup for water. BBQ if needed Leave no trace camping - Garbage Bin Outside for small disposal use.

No campfires

No toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

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The Drive-Way

Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 20 ft

Large Parking Lot easy for overnight camping. No Bathroom access or hookup. Hose tap if water is needed. Baseball diamond across the street as well as community center. Lots of Museums within a 15 minute drive.

No campfires

No toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

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Woodstock, Oxford, Ontario, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Crystal W.

Joined in April 2026

The Sanctuary & Grave-Yard

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Church Backyard

The BackCorner Graveyard

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The Drive-Way

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Hosted by Crystal W.

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