My husband and I enjoy going to flea markets, thrift stores and antique stores. Are there any areas that feature these interests?

Good morning;

Thank you for your inquiry to Ask an Islander. I too love thrifting so will pass along my favourite spots and a few others. The best route to take for a concentration of shops and stores is the Trans Canada Highway (Rt #1) starting in New Haven to Tryon, then Route #10 to Summerside and Route #2 to #12 to Cascumpec.

• Robin's Nest Antiques & Treasures - New Haven
• Back Home Antiques - North Tryon
• Tole, Treasures & Antiques - Hampton
• Church Mouse Thrift Store - Crapaud
• Rose Cottage Antiques - Summerside
• Coulson's Antiques 499 Water Street, Summerside
• Salvation Army Thrift Store - St. Eleanor's, Route #2
• Cascumpec General Store Antiques & Collectibles

Beyond retail shopping, another great place for antique finds is an auction sale. My favourite auctioneer is Arlene Roberts. I see from her website that she has three sales coming up soon this summer. I hope this list proves to be fruitful for you.

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Verna Lynne